About the experience:
Join a one of a kind multi-string slide off with Byron Bay Crystal Slider Shivam Rath and Calcatta based Indian Slide virtuoso Rhitom Sarkar on his first ever Australian tour. Witness their first live musical encounter between the two instrumentalists as they converse on the spot an unrehearsed musical duo based on the ancient language of Raga & Tala with supporting Tabla sounds binding the rhythm between them.
What to expect:
You may be transported through a deep meditative space and taken on a journey from the subtle to an explosive crescendo of sounds and magic musical frequencies that transcends all matters of mind. The nature of this highly improvised classical system is like a channel of energy that imbues the musicians and audience alike creating a powerful conduit to invoke the essence of the Raga that is shared and creates a highly charged atmosphere that uplifts and inspires.
With special guest and local talent Kamilindo opening the night and space with a gentle heart opening sound healing, the program will follow with Shivam Rath guiding a small intention setting activity and presenting some Indian Classical Music philosophy and devotional singing with his 22 string Indian Slide Guitar, loop station and a taste of his latest project Mantra Hop.
This will be Followed by International Guest Rhitom Sarkar’s spell binding solo performance.
To conclude the musical ceremony we will offer a final collaboration of Shivam and Rhitom performing a full Indian classical set together with the sounds of Tabla.
About your facilitators:
Shivam Rath – @crystal_slide_shivam
Shivam is a second generation Aussie Indian Musician, following his fathers footsteps in both the world of Yoga and Indian classical music and since seriously taking up this path is sliding up to be Australia’s leading Slide Guitarist. Born into a musical family he has been combining his knowledge and path of meditation into the classically trained field of Music, Mantra and Raga. He is also writing and producing his own musical compositions, with many tracks bridging, reviving and blending the ancient arts, mantra and music into our modern world. Shivam has studied music directly from some of the worlds top leading instrumentalists including Riley Lee (Shakuhachi) Japanese flute & Indian Slide guitarist Debashish Bhattacharia as well as Tabla from Chota Lal Mishra (former BHU University Professor.) He is particular passionate about sharing his experience and knowledge of music and has taught and hosted workshops, retreats in numerous countries and locations around the world as well as multiple tours with some of India’s incredibly acclaimed maestros, earning a respect and recognition for establishing himself in this rich and ancient musical tradition.
Kamil – @kamilolindo
Kamilindo creates unique sound using various instruments from India, Tibet and South America, which he weaves together like a magician on his looping station. His ethno-sound infused with mindfulness, electronic elements and mantras will take you on meditative journey to reconnect you with the heartbeat of the earth and spaciousness of the cosmos. Kamilindo is a multi-instrumentalist, with a background in psychology. He is interested in world medicine music as vehicle for wellbeing . Kamilindo has been sharing his sound journeys and workshops throughout Australia and performed at major festivals e.g. Melbourne Fringe, Rainbow Serpent Festival, Esoteric Festival and World Music Festival in Kolkota (India).
Rhitom Sarkar – @rhitomsarkarofficial
Rhitom began serious musical study from the age of nine and began learning Guitar under Pt. Debashish Bhattacharya and continued for ten years and learnt under Mr. Debotosh Dey, Guitarist of AIR. Advance training Pt. Shyamal Chatterjee (Sitarist) a disciple of Late Ustad Dabir Khan Sahib and Pt .Ravi Shankar. Received taleem from Tabla maestro Subhankar Banerjee and Pt. Samar Saha. Attended special appreciation class from Pt. Ajoy Chakroborty (Vocal), Pt. Budhadeb Dasgupta (Sarod). Rhitom also received taleem in incorporating classical music in Spanish (Western) guitar under the guidance of music composer-director Sri Madhu Mukherjee.
Things to note:
Centre of You has plenty of bolsters, blankets, and cushions for you to get cosy with. We recommend wearing comfortable, loose clothes to enable deep breathing and sitting/laying upon the floor with ease. Any familiar personal items that will aid you in feeling grounded (crystal, teddy, scarf, etc) are also recommended.
Arrival: Endeavour to arrive between 6:45pm – 7:00pm. To preserve the experience for all involved, doors will close at 7:15pm. Truly, it breaks our heart to have to turn latecomers away yet the disruption to the whole group experience by virtue of lateness does require management. We ask that you find understanding and consideration for the timebound nature of the container and make every effort to arrive on time.
Driving: Know Centre of You is on Chapel St and ample time to find a car spot is best to be factored into your plans. Park direct on Chapel St (spots unmetered after 5pm) or in Anchor Place, the open-air parking lot in the side street that runs opposite Centre of You (unmetered after 4pm).
Public transport – tram: Both the number 6 tram & 78 tram stop on the corner of High St/Chapel St. This is stop 31 on the number 6 tram (Moreland/Glen Iris) & stop 45 on the number 78 tram (North Richmond/Balaclava).
Public transport – train: Both Prahran & Windsor stations along the Sandringham Line will get you walking distance to Centre of You.
Finding Centre of You: Centre of You is nestled within the arcade that Chapel St Bazaar is in (217 Chapel St). It is up a flight of stairs with a wide landing at the half-way-point. Unfortunately, this current version of Centre of You does not have a wheelchair accessible lift. If you could use support in getting up the stairs or would like to discuss ways to make your experience at Centre of You more comfortable, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Accessibility: At COY we aim to ensure our community and events are inclusive and accessible while alongside upholding the needs and responsibilities of our business and the businesses of our collaborating facilitators. Should you be in a time of financial challenge and unable to pay the full ticket price comfortably, please reach out via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram
Ticketing T&Cs: We get it, life happens, therefore we will gladly refund you up until 24hrs before the event start time. After that, we have a strict no refund/no transfer to future events policy.
If you are no longer able to attend and wish to pay forward your ticket to someone within the community, be in touch via grace@centreofyou.com.au or via DM over on Centre of You Instagram.
Questions? Email grace@centreofyou.com.au or reach out via Instagram DM.
