Debashish Bhattacharya Edmonton Concert September 30, 2006

CONTACT
Shreela at Merchantix 716-1950
Email: [email protected].

Debashish Bhattacharya shares the legacy of a timeless art
Edmonton Raga-Mala concludes its 2006 season with Indian classical guitar master Debashish Bhattacharya accompanied by Sutapa Bhattacharjee on vocals and Subhasish Bhattacharjee on tabla

In concert Saturday, September 30, 7:30pm
Royal Alberta Museum Auditorium, Edmonton
Debashish brings his own innovations to the slide guitar and playing techniques. From the age of 3, he started strumming a full size Hawaiian lap steel guitar, learning the rudiments of Indian classical music from his musical parents followed by in-depth lessons with, the pioneer of Indian slide guitar, Brij Bhushan Kabra, practicing 12 hours a day for 10 years.
Debashish is joined by his brother Subhasish and sister Sutapa who have gained instant popularity at festivals and performances.

Using the centuries-old raga tradition, Bhattacharya takes the listener to a place of deep emotional expression beyond the boundaries of time. - Acoustic Guitar Magazine

Tickets
$20 General
$15 Members, Students Seniors
Free for Patron Members
Available in advance at www.merchantix.com or at the door

Edmonton Raga-Mala is a registered charitable organization that has been presenting Indian classical music and dance performances in Edmonton for the past 23 years. They have presented such world class artists as Ravi Shankar, Ali Akbar Khan, Zakir Hussain, Shivkumar Sharma and Birju Maharaj. In recognition of the richness of these ancient art forms, Raga-Mala strives to bring international artists, support local talent and develop informed and appreciative audiences.

Official Website: http://www.edmontonragamala.ab.ca