A “musical ambassador” and “pride of India” (The Times of India), percussionist, educator, and Kalamazoo-native Rohan Krishnamurthy imagines new musical intersections to bridge diverse cultures and communities. His cross-genre artistry draws from a formal study of Indian classical Carnatic music, propagating the ancient tradition and expanding it across global genres.

Krishnamurthy will be joined by Raaginder, an Indian classical violinist, music producer and singer who has performed in prominent venues all over the world, including the White House, Staples Center, and Wembley Arena. Classically trained in Hindustani music, Raaginder experiments with different genres of music – including hip-hop and Bhangra – to create his own unique sound.

Blending the two classical Indian traditions with Hindu and Sikh chants, these two highly-acclaimed musicians will deliver a captivating experience for audiences.

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Running October 18 - December 1, 2019, the Connecting Chords Music Festival events center around the common convictions and threads that draw our community together – the importance of cultural traditions, human dignity, and the increased understanding of various faith traditions.

Learn more about the Michigan Festival of Sacred Music at www.mfsm.us.