Intro to Indian Classical Music:
Mridangam with Curtis Andrews
Curious about Indian Classical Music? Come learn about this beautiful musical culture with the Indian Classical Music Society of Vancouver. Each month we'll introduce a new instrument and explore its role in the many forms of Indian Classical Music.
This month we'll be exploring the mridangam with accomplished percussionist and composer Curtis Andrews. Together, we'll learn about this essential South Indian classical drum, discover its central role in Carnatic music, and experience a live demonstration of its intricate rhythms and techniques. This program is designed to introduce beginners to Indian Classical Music, as well as deepen the enjoyment and understanding for long-time fans
Curtis Andrews brings a uniquely global perspective to Indian classical music, shaped by decades of dedicated study across multiple traditions. Under the guidance of his longtime guru Trichy Sankaran, Curtis has developed deep expertise in mridangam and South Indian classical music. His musical journey extends far beyond any single tradition - from his roots as a self-taught drummer in Newfoundland to extensive studies in Ghana, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, Curtis embodies the interconnected nature of world music traditions.
This program is presented in partnership with Vancouver Public Library and is generously funded by VPL Foundation donors.
This month we'll be exploring the mridangam with accomplished percussionist and composer Curtis Andrews. Together, we'll learn about this essential South Indian classical drum, discover its central role in Carnatic music, and experience a live demonstration of its intricate rhythms and techniques. This program is designed to introduce beginners to Indian Classical Music, as well as deepen the enjoyment and understanding for long-time fans
Curtis Andrews brings a uniquely global perspective to Indian classical music, shaped by decades of dedicated study across multiple traditions. Under the guidance of his longtime guru Trichy Sankaran, Curtis has developed deep expertise in mridangam and South Indian classical music. His musical journey extends far beyond any single tradition - from his roots as a self-taught drummer in Newfoundland to extensive studies in Ghana, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, Curtis embodies the interconnected nature of world music traditions.
This program is presented in partnership with Vancouver Public Library and is generously funded by VPL Foundation donors.