Anoushka Shankar

World Music Institute Unveils Spring-Summer 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025

World Music Institute has revealed a fresh batch of new events for 2025. This Spring-Summer season's program includes such well-loved artists as Anoushka Shankar and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Deborah Cox, Wayne Brady, Kelli O'Hara & More to Perform During GRAMMYs Premiere Ceremony
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 29, 2025

Deborah Cox and Wayne Brady, along with Tony-winner Kelli O'Hara are set to perform during the the 67th Annual Premiere Ceremony ahead of the Grammys this Sunday.

Anoushka Shankar Comes to The Eisemann Center in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

The Eisemann Center for Performing Arts will present Anoushka Shankar at the Hill Performance Hall in March. Shankar brings her virtuosic artistry and genre-defying music to North Texas.

Review: LETTERS LIVE, Royal Albert Hall
by Alice Cope - Dec 16, 2024

The seventh Letters Live performance at the Royal Albert Hall was, as always, an absolutely fantastic event. The selection of letters performed ranged from thought-provoking to heartfelt to completely ridiculous, offering something for everyone.

Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2025 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 8, 2024

Aaron Lazar, Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande more were nominated for GRAMMYS. Check out the full list of nominations now! The Outsiders, Suffs and more were nominated in the Best Musical Theatre Album category.

Jules Buckley to Present CHRISTMAS: A CELEBRATION OF ARETHA FRANKLIN At Royal Albert Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 25, 2024

Jules Buckley returns to the Royal Albert Hall, for a festive tribute to Aretha Franklin. The event features singer Sheléa and blends Franklin's classics with holiday favorites.

Joshua Bell Named New Jersey Symphony Principal Guest Conductor
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2024

Joshua Bell will join the New Jersey Symphony as Principal Guest Conductor starting in the 2025–26 season, continuing through the 2028–29 season, bringing his expertise to the orchestra. Learn more!

Sitar Player Anoushka Shankar To Perform Live At Massey Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2024

Experience the enchanting sounds of sitar virtuoso Anoushka Shankar live at Massey Hall.

Seattle Theatre Group Reveals 2024/25 Performing Arts Series Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2024

Seattle Theatre Group has announced its 2024/25 Performing Arts Series, the program that creates space for Pacific Northwest audiences to connect with the greatness of legacy artists and discover the innovation of new talent. Learn more about the lineup here!

Charles W. Eisemann Center For Performing Arts Announces EISEMANN CENTER PRESENTS Lineup For 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2024

Discover the exciting lineup for the 2024-2025 season at the CHARLES W. EISEMANN CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS. Single tickets are now available for a diverse range of performances and events.

Performing Arts Houston Reveals 2024/25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024

Season highlights include a new Global Voices Music Series celebrating traditions from around the world and a limited engagement with illusionist Scott Silven that will transform the Eldorado Ballroom into an immersive Scottish Victorian dinner theater.

Huun-Huur-Tu, Carmen Rizzo and Dhani Harrison Collaborate on New Album 'Dreamers in the Field'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 19, 2024

Dark Horse Records has announced the release of Dreamers In The Field, the first-ever collaboration between Huun-Huur-Tu, Carmen Rizzo and Dhani Harrison. Mastered by Paul Hicks (The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, John Lennon, George Harrison), Dreamers In The Field is now available for streaming everywhere while a very special, limited edition clear vinyl pressing is being released exclusively for Record Store Day on April 20. Listen to the project here!

Arooj Aftab to Release New Album and Embark on Tour; New Single Available Now
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 18, 2024

Arooj Aftab is set to release Night Reign, the follow up to her critically acclaimed album Vulture Prince, on May 31, 2024. Ahead of the release, she shares “Raat Ki Rani,” the album’s debut single and a music video helmed by actress Tessa Thompson (in her directorial debut) and produced by Kishori Rajan, who heads Thompson’s production company Viva Maude. Listen to the song here!

Joshua Bell Announces a Return to Australia in 2024 for a Solo Concert Tour
by Michael Major - Dec 4, 2023

Joshua Bell announces his return to Australia in 2024 for a solo concert tour. The acclaimed violinist will be performing in Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, with the UKARIA shows in Adelaide already sold out.

Classical Guitarist MILOŠ to Perform at Carnegie Hall This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2023

Don't miss classical guitarist MILOŠ as he takes the stage at Carnegie Hall this month. Get all the details and book your tickets now.

Sydney Festival Launches 2024 Program
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2023

The mainstay of Sydney’s high summer season, Sydney Festival, sails back this January with a first class line-up of World Premieres, extraordinary immersive experiences, cutting-edge public art, Australian exclusives, free events, trailblazing First Nations programming and an epic live music offering. 

Sitar Virtuosa Anoushka Shankar Brings Her New Quintet To The Soraya For One Night Only
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2023

Sitar virtuosa Anoushka Shankar brings her new quintet to The Soraya for one night only! Tickets start at $42.

World Music Institute to Present Anoushka Shankar At Pioneer Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2023

Don't miss Grammy-nominated sitarist Anoushka Shankar at Pioneer Works on October 7th. Experience her dynamic sound and reinterpreted gems from her previous releases. Celebrating female artists in the WOMEN'S VOICES series.

Anoushka Shankar Releases 'Chapter I: Forever, For Now' Ahead of North American Tour
by Michael Major - Sep 6, 2023

Featuring guest appearances by Nils Frahm (piano, glass harmonica, harmonium, slit drum), Gal Maestro (bass) and Magda Giannikou (accordion), Forever, For Now was produced by Arooj Aftab, with whom Shankar had previously collaborated on 'Udhero Na,' from the deluxe edition of Aftab's Vulture Prince album.

15th Anniversary Concert Season Starts At The Royal Conservatory Of Music
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2023

“After three years of uncertainty, cancellations, and shutdowns, Koerner Hall celebrates its 15th season filled with superstars from classical, jazz, pop, and global music, including debuts from over 20 artists ranging from the German pianist Igor Levit to Sona Jobarteh, the first female griot kora player from The Gambia. Two internationally acclaimed orchestras led by legendary Maestros sit comfortably alongside artists from 33 different countries. Two thirds of the concerts feature Canadians and a third of them feature artists that celebrate the great diversity of our city. We are indebted to our subscribers and to our legion of donors who help us at every turn. I look forward to sharing many evenings together,” said Mervon Mehta, Executive Director of Performing Arts.