East Meets West: Indian & Western Classical Music House Concert

Friday July 25th 7-9pm (6:30pm doors)
290G Napoleon Street, Bayview SF (blue door)
$20-30 suggested donation (reservations available on Eventbrite)
https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/events/1486413515839/

Join us for a special evening of music featuring Western classical chamber music and original Indian classical inspired compositions from singer / violinist Lucian Balmer.
7pm Classical Revolution String Quartet
8pm Spruce Ritual

Classical Revolution has been bringing classical music to the people since 2006. Headed by Charith Premawardhana, Classical Revolution was birthed at Revolution Cafe in San Francisco, holding performances weekly at the Cafe as well as non-traditional venues such as bookstores, cafes, and arthouses. Classical Revolution has had 38 chapters across North America and Europe, including London, Paris, and Berlin.

Pauline Kempf violin
Rebecca Wishnia violin
Charith Premawardhana viola
Megan Chartier cello

Program to include selections from:
Beethoven String Quartet op 59/3
Shostakovich String Quartet #8
Vivaldi "Summer"

On the second half of the program you'll experience Spruce Ritual, a musical exploration of two great traditions: eastern Hindustani music and western classical music. Through sublime melodies and intricate compositions, they take the listener on a heartfelt musical journey.
Led by composer, violinist, and vocalist Lucian Kano Balmer, Spruce Ritual released their debut album to great acclaim in February of 2023. "Spruce Ritual: The Way The Evening Speaks is a wonderfully original, musically masterful and evocative album. Lucian Kano Balmer has united skillful playing with soulful longing, and the results speak volumes." - Rebecca Cullen

Accompanying Lucian will be:
Charith Premawardhana viola
Robin Reynolds cello
Will Marsh sitar
Souryadeep Bhattacharyya sarod
Srishti Biyani Oswal bansuri, vocals
Josh Mellinger tabla

We will have some snacks and drinks available for guests, but please BYOB whatever you like and feel free to bring something extra to share!