All Levels • Ages 16+
In this interactive, open-level musical master class led by Indian-born singer, violinist, and composer Harini “Rini” Raghavan, participants will first learn about two different styles of classical Indian music: Carnatic and Hindustani. Rini will then demonstrate how American Patchwork Quartet weaves these Eastern influences into centuries-old American folk songs, exploring the musical similarities and differences, celebrating the dynamic diversity of contemporary culture, and reclaiming the immigrant soul of American Roots Music. Class duration: 1 hour