Feb 10, 2024 (3 months ago) The Back Room Berkeley, California, United States
The Alaya Project is the essential bridge between the intricate Carnatic style of Indian classical music and contemporary jazz and funk. Born in the cultural bastion of Oakland, California, The Alaya Project explores new textures and perspectives built over two decades of friendship, dialogue, and musical immersion across genres and continents.
The driving hybrid kit grooves of Indian percussionist and drummer Rohan Krishnamurthy, the soulful Ragas and melodies of Prasant Radhakrishnan on saxophone, and the harmonic bedrock of Colin Hogan embodies the permanence of a changing soundscape. Their self-titled debut album was praised by Jazziz Magazine, NPR, San Francisco Chronicle, and many more. The Alaya Project was named 2020 Ensemble in Residence at the Center for New Music in San Francisco. After making their SFJAZZ debut this summer, they are excited for their NYC debut at Joe's Pub and an East Coast tour next spring.
This special show features vocalist Roopa Mahadevan, a leading Indian classical vocalist and crossover artist in the South Asian diaspora.
Tickets are $25 general admission. Children under 12 are free. Advance tickets are available here, or if the show is not sold out, you may purchase your tickets at the door before the show.
Doors open one half hour before show time. We accept cash or Venmo only at the door.
The Back Room is an all-ages, BYOB (for those 21+) space, dedicated to (mostly) acoustic music of all kinds. You are welcome to bring your own food and beverages. The venue is ADA accessible. If you need more information or have any questions, please call us: #510-381-1997.
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