Bahauddin Dagar plays rudra veena at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, November 23
Performing alongside pakhavaj artist Tejas Tope, Dagar explores the virtuosity of dhrupad, India’s oldest-surviving classical style
In partnership with Early Music Vancouver and the Indian Classical Music Society of Vancouver, Bahauddin Dagar performs a Chan Centre for the Performing Arts concert on November 23 at 4 pm and 7 pm in the Telus Studio Theatre.
Dagar is a master of the rudra veena, a plucked string instrument with a deep bass resonance. Performing with pakhavaj artist Tejas Tope, Dagar explores the rhythmic virtuosity and endless microtones of dhrupad, India’s oldest-surviving style of classical music.
Since his debut in 1990, Dagar has become acclaimed for his highly responsive, contemplative playing style; prayerful and expansive sound; and commitment to exploring and advancing dhrupad through innovations in instrument construction and technique. In 2012, he received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, which is the highest recognition for performing artists in India.
Dagar’s concert is programmed by Chan Centre for the Performing Arts director T. Patrick Carrabré. Tickets are available through the Chan Centre.
Post sponsored by Chan Centre for the Performing Arts.
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