The Sitar Music Society Presents 'String Beats': An Evening of Indian Classical Music and Timeless Melodies

The Sitar Music Society presents 'String Beats'": An Evening of Indian Classical Music and Timeless MelodiesAfter performing to audiences across the UK for many years, Sandeep Kandola
Harminder Sahota and Harkiran Sahota who form ‘String Beats’ return to
Leicester - where their musical journeys first began - for a special evening
celebrating the beauty, depth and evolving nature of Indian music as part of
the Diwali Celebrations in the City.Rooted in Indian classical music, this concert reimagines familiar melodies in
unexpected ways, blending tradition with creativity. The evening will unfold as
A journey of discovery where tradition and imagination meet to create something
Distinctive and memorable.Born and raised in Leicester, Sandeep Singh Kandola began his musical journey
with folk music before pursuing the Sarangi (a bowed instrument) under the
guidance of Ustad Dharambir Singh MBE, Pandit Bharat Bhushan Goswami, and
Sardar Satwinderpal Singh.Harminder Sahota is an emerging Sitar artist whose expressive playing and
cross-cultural collaborations have earned recognition across the UK. She is
also a student of Ustad Dharambir Singh MBE.Harkiran Sahota, a disciple of Pandit Sanju Sahai, brings a dynamic approach to
Rhythm, seamlessly blending classical traditions with contemporary influences
And folk artistry.Whether you are a long-time lover of Indian classical music or discovering it
For the first time, this evening promises a memorable celebration of music
culture, and Leicester’s rich artistic talent.