What happens when the soul of tradition meets the heartbeat of modernity? When the time-tested intricacies of Carnatic music waltz with contemporary rhythms?

You get Carnatic Chills, a musical odyssey where ragas and talas become the language of fusion, connecting the past and the present in a mesmerising symphony.

In his kriti “Nadaloludai,” Saint Thyagaraja extolled the transformative power of ragas, comparing them to celestial bridges that fulfil the deepest desires. Carnatic Chills embodies this vision, embracing the inherent versatility of music and reflecting the kaleidoscope of modern Indian life. It is the sound of a country that wears tradition like a shawl over its jeans, that eats dosa for breakfast and sushi for dinner, that finds beauty in the contrast of ancient temples and urban skylines.
This concert is more than a performance; it’s a story told through strings, rhythms, and melodies. Like an electronic tanpura humming alongside its traditional counterpart, or a stage shared by the violin and the bass guitar, Carnatic Chills celebrates confluence. It’s a space where Carnatic ragas breathe through the flute yet dance with the beats of drums, where the timeless elegance of Kharaharapriya merges seamlessly with the dynamic energy of keyboards and creative percussions.

The evening will feature:

• Ganesh Kumaresh (GK) on violin and vocals
• Arun Kumar on drums
• Pramath Kiran on creative percussions
• Giridhar Udupa on ghatam
• Varun Pradeep on keyboards
• Bhutto on flute
• Bruthva on bass guitar

Much like life itself, Carnatic Chills thrives on contrasts and connections. It is a celebration of diversity—not as something that divides but as something that enriches. From the serenity of ragas to the pulse of contemporary rhythms, this concert promises an experience as vibrant and multifaceted as our modern world.

Join us at Chowdiah Hall on January 3, 2025, and let Carnatic Chills transport you to a realm where the ancient and the avant-garde find perfect harmony.

Tickets are now available—secure your seat to witness the magic live!