*Please note change to performance. Anjana Anand replaces Leela Samson at this event due to an injury sustained by the latter.

First Half

Lalgudi GJR Krishnan violin
Prathap Ramachandra mridangam

Listening to the rich and resonant sound of Lalgudi GJR Krishan’s violin is a mesmerising experience that carries audiences on a peaceful journey into the heart of Carnatic music. The son and pupil of legendary violin maesto the Late Lalgudi Jayaraman, he is now the torch bearer of that incredible legacy. He is accompanied by Prathap Ramachandra on mridangam.

Second Half

Leela Samson Bharatanatyam

Padma Shri Leela Samson is arguably the leading Bharatanatyam soloist of her generation. Strict adherence to the precise Kalakshetra style of her alma mater is the keystone of Leela’s performances, and out of this precision comes a purity and grandeur which are seldom seen in dance. Her immense sense of grace, control and technical brilliance are a joy to watch. For Indika, Leela performs a selection of pieces which feature pure dance (nritta), depictions of a various emotions (abhinaya) and drama (natya).

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