Take the chance to experience exotic music without having to leave your backyard when internationally acclaimed ensemble Rasa Duende bring their world music to the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre.
The performance will take audiences on a journey from the vibrant sounds of India through to southern Spain, following the development of flamenco music as it travelled across countries with the original gypsies.
Rasa Duende creates a musical fusion by mixing Indian classical and folk music with the songs, dances and rhythms of flamenco.
The group is a collaboration between three renowned musicians who combine their unique talents.
Aria-award winner Bobby Singh, who plays the tabla, is a prominent figure in the world music scene. He performs across a variety of genres from classical Hindustani music to jazz and pop and has collaborated with well-known artists such as John Butler and the Cat Empire.
He is joined by Dr Adrian McNeil who was taught to play sarod by a disciple of the world’s greatest player, Ustad Ali Akbar. He is one of the few western musicians who has mastered the classical music scene in India.
The group is completed by flamenco guitarist Damian Wright who has written for and performed alongside the world’s top flamenco artists and created a successful national touring group, Bandaluzia Flamenco.
The trio will also show off their culinary skills during a Hindustani cooking demonstration with a Spanish twist. Audience members will be offered wine, a sample of the cooking and get to listen to the musicians discuss the recipe.
Rasa Duende will perform at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre on Sunday, February 24 at 3pm. The cookery demonstration will be held at 1.30pm. Cooking and performance tickets are $38-$45, performance only tickets are $23-$30.
Bookings: 4712 7600 or www.jspac.com.au.
