Live at Jolt Arts, Northcote, 15 November | 3:00 PM–5:00 PM AEDT
Experience the richness, depth and spontaneity of Hindustani classical music with the Hindustani Music Collective Melbourne at Jolt Arts, Northcote. This special concert brings together three accomplished musicians, each offering a distinctive Sounds within the Hindustani tradition. Adrian McNeil is an internationally renowned sarod performer who trained for decades under some of India’s finest musicians. His playing reflects the expressive depth and intricate beauty of this evocative string instrument.
He is joined by Vinod Prasanna, a virtuosic bansuri player from Varanasi, India. A member of a renowned family of Hindustani musicians, Vinod brings a rich musical heritage and a captivating presence to the bamboo flute. Completing the ensemble is Pranav Ramji, a well-known Tabla player and sought-after accompanist who trained in New Delhi. His rhythmic sensitivity and dynamic tabla playing provide the perfect foundation for the unfolding musical conversation. Together, these artists will create an afternoon of intricate melodies, vibrant rhythms and soulful improvisation, celebrating the living tradition of Hindustani music in Melbourne.
Presented by Hindustani Music Collective Melbourne at Jolt Arts.
Date
November 15, 2026
Time
3pm
Location
342 High St, Northcote VIC 3070
Jolt Arts, Northcote VIC, Australia
Experience the richness, depth and spontaneity of Hindustani classical music with the Hindustani Music Collective Melbourne at Jolt Arts, Northcote.
This special concert brings together three accomplished musicians, each offering a distinctive Sounds within the Hindustani tradition. Adrian McNeil is an internationally renowned sarod performer who trained for decades under some of India’s finest musicians. His playing reflects the expressive depth and intricate beauty of this evocative string instrument.
He is joined by Vinod Prasanna, a virtuosic bansuri player from Varanasi, India. A member of a renowned family of Hindustani musicians, Vinod brings a rich musical heritage and a captivating presence to the bamboo flute.
Completing the ensemble is Pranav Ramji, a well-known Tabla player and sought-after accompanist who trained in New Delhi. His rhythmic sensitivity and dynamic tabla playing provide the perfect foundation for the unfolding musical conversation.
Together, these artists will create an afternoon of intricate melodies, vibrant rhythms and soulful improvisation, celebrating the living tradition of Hindustani music in Melbourne.
