Workshop – Day 1 (27 June)
£20.00
Workshop – 27 June 2026
£20 per person
11:00am – 12:30pm
Location: Chinmaya Kirti (First Floor)
Join us for an engaging and immersive workshop led by Prabhat Rao, introducing the fundamentals of Hindustani classical music.
This interactive session is designed to give participants a deeper understanding of the core elements of Hindustani music, including melody, rhythm, and expression. Whether you are new to Indian classical music or looking to deepen your appreciation, this workshop offers valuable insights in an accessible and enjoyable format.
Participants will have the opportunity to explore key concepts, listen actively, and engage with the music in a guided and supportive environment.
We warmly invite you to be part of this enriching musical experience.
Prabhat is a prominent Hindustani classical singer based in London, widely regarded as a torchbearer for the younger generation of Khayal practitioners in the UK. As one of the few vocalists who is a full-time, dedicated practitioner and teacher of this genre, he is committed to nurturing the next generation to carry the tradition forward.
Prabhat is an active member of Chinmaya Mission and has been mentored by Pujya Swami Tejomayanada on his spiritual journey. Pujya Guruji as he is lovingly called has been the driving force behind every musical project that Prabhat has been involved in. This bhakti sangeet concert is dedicated to Pujya Guruji to celebrate his 75th birthday.
Prabhat will be accompanied by Pulkit Sharma and Hari Goswami on tabla. His students will provide vocal support.
Hailing from a South Indian family, Prabhat spent his early years with his grandmother, a Carnatic classical music exponent, before deciding to pursue a deep study of Hindustani music in his late teens, drawn by the improvisational nature of Khayal. He continues his advanced training under Dr. Shashank Maktedar and Prof. Ojesh Pratap Singh, focusing on the Gwalior Gharana as part of Pandit Ulhas Kashalkar’s lineage, and has previously trained with Guru Chandrima Misra at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan in London. With a profound understanding of raagas and mastery over laya, Prabhat’s emphasis has always been on the aesthetics of Khayal, expressing the emotion inherent in each composition. His performances aim to demystify this ancient art form, ensuring that both seasoned and new audiences leave with a deep appreciation of his Khayal.