The Rhythms of India

How do we make Eindhoven stand out just a bit more than other cities during the festive month of December? We’re wrapping up the city! With Wrap Up The Year, the city will be festively decorated, and we’ll host four days of delightful live music at M. On Sunday, December 15th, you can enjoy a diverse Indian program featuring various artists. Between performances, a DJ will spin fantastic music to complete your afternoon!

Host: Sanskriti & Sanskar Foundation

Mahesh Vallabh Pandey, based in Eindhoven, is the founder and director of the Sanskriti & Sanskar Foundation. In addition to being an IT professional, he is an author, poet, blogger, podcaster, and experienced presenter. His foundation promotes culture, heritage, and integration through events and discussions that emphasize global connectedness.

Sandip Bhattacharya & Ashok Pathak

Sandip Bhattacharya is a versatile musician and composer in Indian classical music, based in Europe. A third-generation musician, he excels in tabla, santoor, and vocals. Sandip has performed worldwide alongside grandmasters and teaches tabla at The Gandhi Centre in The Hague. Pandit Ashok Pathak, a maestro of sitar and surbahar, is the heir to the centuries-old Pathak Gharana tradition. Having performed his first concert at 15, he blends classical Indian music with styles like jazz and flamenco. With performances around the globe, including for royalty and at prestigious festivals, he enjoys international acclaim.

Kerala Rockers

The band Kerala Rockers combines the energy of rock with the groovy rhythms of funk, inspired by the rich culture of Kerala. With powerful riffs and dynamic melodies, they deliver a unique sound that transcends boundaries and brings people together. Get ready for an exhilarating musical journey full of vitality!

Deepak Doddera

Versatile singer Deepak Doddera has lent his voice to over 50 Kannada and Tamil film songs. He has performed with legends like Sonu Nigam, won Voice of Bangalore, and shone in TV shows such as Saregama Pa. As the lead vocalist of Bryden Parth, he has performed in over 1,000 shows worldwide.

DJ-Mous

Amsterdam-based DJ-Mous is passionate about music and plays the dhol. She teaches and performs internationally across various dance styles. During the pandemic, she began DJing and has since honed her skills, aiming to deliver the best music to her audience.