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SPRING / SUMMER 2013
‘Preserving the traditional,
facilitating the contemporary’
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HIGHLIGHTS OF
AUTUMN/WINTER 2012-13
Concert
Generation 21 Concert Series
From September 2012 to March 2013, the
Generation 21 Concert Series showcased some
of the finest young talent in the Indian Classical
Music and Dance scene in the UK. It demonstrated
the breadth of the artistic talent and illustrated how
dedicated these young people are to the practice and
preservation of their chosen art form.
Community Outreach
Leeds Light Night
A wonderful evening that was a culmination of
a 10-week project in conjunction with an older
peoples group based at the Hindu Mandhir in
Leeds 6, who made an imposing 7ft Ravan for all
the visitors of Leeds Light Night. Chiragi Solanki
led the Ras Garba Dance, whilst Bobby Singh and
Kamaljeet Nota engaged a crowd of 200 people, all
performing Bhangra.
Message from the Chief
Performance
Hull Academy Pilot
Energetic enthusiasm and passion are the words that
describe the pilot project which brought together
children, young people and adults from the South
Asian Community of Hull to begin their journey into
the rich tradition of Indian Classical music. The
success of the pilot has resulted in the Academy
continuing and they will share their achievements at
the end of the summer term (visit www.saa-uk.org
for further information).
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Sunset Song 5
Masters Ranjan 6
Community Dance Platform
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Breeze International Youth Festival
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Solstice Festival
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Vidya
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Trading Roots
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Kirkstall Festival
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Community Engagement Music Summer School
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Leeds Music Academy
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Hull Music Academy
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Dance Academy
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Folk Music & Dance of the Punjab
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Schools and Communities
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Stay in Touch
Funders and Partners
Festival Dates 2013-14
Education
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Contents
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Message from the Chief
The forthcoming Spring/Summer Season is one that will open slowly
like the buds of March flowers and by June the full colourful glory of
summer will hopefully inspire everyone to take part and have fun with
SAA-uk! But first, let’s take a moment to reflect on last season.
Our highly successful GENERATION 21 Concert Series gave young
stars of the UK Indian Classical Music scene an opportunity to
share their wonderful talents, whilst Light Night saw the rise of
Ravan, a ten-headed demon, amongst a 200 strong crowd of
Bhangra dancers. In November, we ventured out to East Yorkshire
and triggered the Hull Music Academy, which has over 20
enthusiastic students learning sitar, tabla, sarod and santoor.
Read on for a snapshot of what’s in store during the Spring/Summer
Season 2013.
It begins with the launch of our ‘Sponsor a Star’ campaign this spring to
raise £1,000 to sustain the Music and Dance Academies and to ensure
that the students have an opportunity to perform on a professional stage
each year. I look to you to pledge your support (see page 9)
In partnership with Opera North Projects we are delighted to bring
together three grand masters for a tour de force of Indian classical
music as they premier Sunset Song on Friday 19th April 2013 in
the stunning Howard Assembly Room. This is followed by Masters
Ranjan in May and onward we go to the celebration of the Solstice
through a Festival that brings to life the beautiful rāgs from the
world of Indian classical music, all happening from dusk to dawn on
Friday 21st June 2013 (see pages 5-8)
SAA-uk music and dance academies are going to be out and about
once again this summer, starting off with a dance performance at the
Breeze International Festival on the 1st June, then onto a larger dance
production called Vidyā at Northern Ballet taking place at the end of
June. July will feature a collaboration with a world music experience
called Trading Routes, ending with a final splash of colour, vibrancy and
community spirit at the Leeds Kirkstall Festival (see pages 7-10)
August sees the welcome return of SAA-uk Annual Summer School
2013, which invites people passionate about learning and making
music to immerse themselves for 7 days and be inspired, guided
and trained by leading exponents in the art of Indian Classical
Music. (see page 11)
I will leave you to turn the pages…remember to pledge your
support, we are depending on you!
Keranjeet Kaur Virdee C.E.O
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Masters Ranjan
MAY 2013
Featuring: Rishi Ranjan
(India) : sarode, rebab, oud
Stuart Masters (UK) : guitars
Mani Singh (India/UK) : tabla
with
Vanessa Rani Chutturghoon
(Mauritius/UK): vocals
COMMUNITY DANCE PLATFORM
Featuring: The diverse
dance community of Leeds
Saturday 18th May 2013
7pm
Northern Ballet, Quarry Hill
Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7PA
Thursday 23rd May 2013
7:30pm
Tickets: £6.50 / £4.50
Box Office: 0113 220 8008
Seven Arts - 31A Harrogate Rd,
Online Booking:
Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 3PD
www.theatreleeds.com
Tickets: £9 / £5 / £28 Group of 4
For more information:
/ £20 Family (2 adults and up to 3
0113 244 5523
under 16’s) Only £3.00 for SAA-uk
[email protected]
students and YYM.
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Online Booking:
ticketsource.co.uk/saauk
For more info:
0113 244 5523
[email protected]
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MAY 2013
A chance meeting at a small music shop in the heart of West London
between Rishi and Stuart gave rise to the Masters Ranjan.
Rishi enthusiastically shares his knowledge and love of Indian Classical
Music and Stuart demonstrates to Rishi a style of guitar playing influenced
by European and American Folk and Classical traditions (John Renbourn,
Davy Graham, Michael Hedges, John McLaughlin) as well as Indian and
Arabic modality.
The meeting has led to a coming together of collaborative ideas; of
simmering shared passions, as the two musicians eek out common
musical ground. In adapting their styles, Ranjan and Masters have sought
to bring out the best of their respective traditions, allowing space for
something new to emerge. The pieces are in places serious, playful,
moody, and expressive, as they pay their respects to other cross-cultural
collaborations but strive to find their own place in the world of music,
tradition and culture.
The pair are joined by Mani Singh and Vanessa Rani. Together they
promise a night of music that perfectly encapsulates the mood of an
unfolding conversation on a warm spring evening.
This year SAA-uk is delighted to have the opportunity to share the journey that
the dedicated students of our Kathak Classes have taken so far since its launch
in September 2012.
Kathak is one of 8 classical dance forms that has its origins in India and is a
confluence of Hindu and Islamic traditions. It features fast footwork, spins and
storytelling, with delightful movements similar to ballet.
Community Dance Platform is a partnership between Northern School of
Contemporary Dance and Northern Ballet and provides a performance
opportunity for children, young people and adults to celebrate their
achievements in front of family and friends. In collaboration with the dance community of Leeds
BREEZE INTERNATIONAL YOUTH FESTIVAL – LEEDS
JUNE 2013
Saturday 1st June 2013
7:30pm
The Carriageworks Theatre
Millennium Square, Leeds LS2 3AD
Tickets: £3 (£2 with a Breeze Card)
Box office:
[email protected]
or call 0113 224 3801
Join the SAA-uk Dance Academy and a host of young performers from
Leeds as they take to the stage as part of Breeze International Youth Festival.
This annual festival provides young people in Leeds with lots of opportunities
to participate, produce and contribute to the arts in Leeds. This event
showcases a diverse range of talent from young people all over the city,
including Bharatanatyam dance from SAA-uk’s Junior Dance Academy.
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VIDYā – SAA-UK DANCE SHOWCASE
June 2013
SAA-uk Dance Showcase
Friday 28th June 2013
7pm
The Stanley and Audrey Burton
Theatre, Northern Ballet, Quarry Hill
Leeds LS2 7PA
Tickets: £5
Call Northern Ballet Box Office on
0113 220 8008
For more information:
0113 244 5523
[email protected]
www.saa-uk.org
Discover a world of grace, poise and beauty as the SAA-uk Dance Academy
present Vidyā, an evening of classical Indian dance, by students of Smt. Devika
Rao and Smt. Aditi Sen.
Bharatanatyam combines expression and rhythm with sculpturalesque
movement and will be performed by dancers as young as three, whilst Kathak
is full of graceful movement interspersed with spins and lightning fast footwork.
Both dance forms bring stories to life and this evening will explore the journey
that our students have been on for the past year. So do join us as they
celebrate a year of hard work with new and unique performances!
In association with Northern Ballet
Grand Union Orchestra – Trading Roots
JULY 2013
EDUCATION & OUTREACH
Saturday 6th July 2013
7.00pm
The Leeds City Varieties Music Hall
Swan Street, Leeds, LS1 6LW
Tickets: £12 / £9 /
Family £35 (two adults and up
to 3 children)
Group £45 (four adults)
Reservations: (0113) 243 0808
Online: www.cityvarieties.co.uk
For more information:
0113 244 5523
[email protected]
www.saa-uk.org
The Grand Union Orchestra brings a glittering programme to Leeds City
Varieties combining young musicians from the diverse communities of Leeds with
Internationally-renowned musicians and jazz soloists from India, Bangladesh, China,
Eastern Europe, South and West Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America and the UK.
Trading Roots features a 12-strong band in an extraordinary blend of musical
styles: sinuous Indian ragas combine with Latin American salsa, Chinese
melodies acquire rich jazz harmonies, Bengali songs sport reggae bass-lines,
soca and township music meet West African drumming and chant, while
bhangra and samba go head to head with wild jazz improvisation!
An unforgettable treat for the ears and irresistible to the feet!
Refreshments are available at the
Swan Café or City Varieties Bar
SAA-UK MUSIC SUMMER SCHOOL 2013
KIRKSTALL FESTIVAL
Monday August 5th to
Sunday August 11th 2013
9.30am - 4.30pm daily
Saturday 13th July 2013
11am-5pm
Leeds College of Music, 3 Quarry Hill,
Kirkstall Abbey, Abbey Rd, Kirkstall,
Fees:
Leeds, West Yorkshire LS5 3EH
Children/Students/OAPs £90 Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7PD
Adults (19+) £125.00
Tickets:
FREE
Programmes for sale at £2 each
For more information:
0113 244 5523
[email protected]
www.saa-uk.org
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The 2013 Kirkstall Festival will take place on Saturday 13th July in the
picturesque grounds of the 12th Century Kirkstall Abbey. The festival is
probably the largest community festival in Leeds run entirely by volunteers,
and attracts around 16,000 people annually. It is not a Rock Festival or
County Show, but an event that will entertain people of all ages with events
including over 100 stalls, various stages and performances and a variety
of food and drink. Join SAA-uk as we take to the stage at this fantastic
community event!
Discounts are available for families
with more that one participant and
a limited number of subsidies are
available for individuals/families
experiencing hardship. Please
contact the office in advance for
an application form.
Learning, creating and playing together as a team
on Sitar, Santoor, Tabla, Bowed Instruments, Vocals,
Sarod (Plucked Instruments) and Indian music on
Western Instruments
Our unique Annual Summer School has been established for over 15
years and has played a key role in the development of young musicians
who are now part of Yorkshire Young Musicians (a national gifted and
talented scheme).
2013 is all about exploring the themes of being part of a Team and how
we can support each other to learn, be creative and share our passion
for music.
Under the guidance of internationally renowned and highly respected
artists, SAA-uk Annual Summer School offers seven days of activities
including music and visual art in a safe, fun-filled environment.
Participants have the opportunity learn or expand upon their learning
of sitar, dilruba, tabla, santoor, sarod and vocals. They can also explore
Indian styles of music on Western instruments such as guitar and
saxophone. For the more experienced musician this is a week to further
consolidate your art and understanding of Indian Classical music.
To book your place(s) and register simply get online www.saa-uk.org to
download a registration form or call us on 0113 244 5523 and we will
send you a form.
EDUCATION & OUTREACH
SAA-uk LEEDS INDIAN MUSIC AcademY
Raising aspirations, developing confidence and instilling cultural
What we offer
Some benefits from learning music with SAA-uk
• Our music classes are for children from as young as 4 through to adults
• Explore Indian classical music and learn to play sitar, sarod, rubab, guitar, dilruba,
sarangi, taus, santoor, tabla and your voice
• Structured learning under the guidance of world renowned musicians
• Family discounts are available, and some subsidies on request
When
Rules at the Venue
Sunday 21st April to Sunday 7th July 2013 (no session on 5th May and 2nd June)
Resuming in September 2013
Beginners Class for Males Time: 4.00pm-5.00pm Fee: £65 per term
Intermediate Class
for Females
Time: 5.00pm-6.30pm Fee: £95 per term
Bowed Instruments
Explore beautiful rags on a range
of bowed instruments, including
Western instruments such as violin
for more experienced players
Beginners
Time: 5.00pm to 6.00pm
Fee: £65.00 per term
Experienced
Time: 6.30pm to 8.00pm
Fee: £95 per term
SITAR
Learn or expand your knowledge
on the most popular Hindustani
instrument
Intermediate Class for Children
Time: 4.15pm to 5.15pm
Fee: £65 per term
Beginners
Time: 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Fee: £65 per term
Intermediate Class for Adults
Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Fee: £65 per term
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Feel empowered to participate in cultural and community activities
Develop and unlock your creative potential
Raise aspirations, increase confidence, and improve concentration and stamina
Strengthen self-esteem and cultural pride through high quality performance opportunities
Develop greater understanding of teamwork, time management and commitment
Punjabi School, Second Floor of the GNNSJ, 78 Lady Pit Lane, LEEDS LS11 6DP
Summer Term
Learn a light classical repertoire
including Shabad Kirtan, Geet
and Ghazals
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Where
Every Sunday (Term Time Only)
Vocals
values through South Asian Music
No smoking, drugs, alcohol, meat or egg products are permitted on the premises. Heads must be covered;
comfortable clothes must be worn for long periods seated on the floor (No jeans).
TABLA
Try your hand at this world
renowned percussion instrument
that accompanies a range of
musical styles
Beginner
Time: 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Fee: £65.00 per term
Intermediate
Time: 5.00pm to 6.00pm
Fee: £65.00
Experienced
Time: 4.00pm to 5.00pm
Fee: £65.00
SANTOOR
Learn rhythm and tone on this
beautiful hammered dulcimer
Sarod
Beginners
Time: 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Fee: £65.00 per term
Learn to play this resonant
Hindustani stringed instrument and
its close cousin, the Rubab. More
experienced players are welcome
to join with Western plucked
instruments such as guitar.
Intermediate
Time: 4.00pm to 5.30pm
Fee: £95.00 per term
Beginners
Time: 4.00pm to 5.00pm
Fee: £65.00 per term
Intermediate
Time: 5.30pm to 7.00pm
Fee: £95.00 per term
EDUCATION & OUTREACH
EDUCATION & OUTREACH
SAA-uk HULL INDIAN MUSIC ACADEMY
SAA-uk INDIAN DANCE ACADEMY
In association with Hindu Cultural Centre
This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the study of two beautiful classical dances.
Bharatanatyam dance hails from South India, combining grace, poise and sculpturalesque
movement. Kathak exudes grace, confidence and beauty expressed through delicate body
movement, fast footwork, and spins that enhance the fine art of storytelling.
The people and communities of Hull and East Ridings have the opportunity to acquire the art and
appreciation of Indian Classical Music, preserving cultural values through music. These weekly classes
offer practical learning, music appreciation, music theory and all-round creative development.
What we offer
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Weekly classes in Sitar, Santoor and Tabla
Practical interactive learning, theory and music appreciation
Clear structured programme
High quality performance opportunities
When
Every Friday from 26th April to 19th July (no session on 31st May and 28th June)
We’re recruiting now for September 2013 - call 0113 2445523 to register
sitar and sarod
under the guidance of
Arnab Chakrabarty
TABLA Under the
Guidance of Sukhmani
Kaur Rayat
SANTOOR Under the
guidance of Ustad
Harjinderpal Singh
Some benefits from learning music with SAA-uk
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Study with dedicated world renowned musicians
Improve your self-confidence and esteem
Develop and maintain motor skills
Increase intergenerational respect and understanding
When
Every Monday from 22nd April to 8th July (no sessions on 6th May or 3rd June)
Resuming in Sept 2013
Where
Hindu Cultural Centre, 7 Park Street, HULL HU2 8TA
Time
6.00pm to 8.00pm
Cost
£120 per term
For more info: Call SAA-uk on 0113 2445523 free parent places are available where
supporting a child and discounts available where more than one family member attends.
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Where
Northern School of Contemporary Dance, 98 Chapeltown Road, LEEDS LS7 4BH
Bharatanatyam Dance
Kathak Dance
Tutors: Smt. Devika Rao and Ramya Tangirala
Tutor: Smt. Aditi Sen
Tots - recruiting for September intake
Ages: 3 ½ to 6 years
Time: 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Fee: £65 per term
Beginner and Intermediate Adults
Age: 18 plus
Time: 7.00pm to 8.00pm
Fee: £65 per term
Minis - recruiting for September intake
Ages: 7 to 9 years
Time: 6.30pm to 8.00pm (Vocals at 7.30pm)
Fee: £95 per term
From September 2013 we are looking to deliver
separate beginner and intermediate classes for adults
in Kathak dance. Please contact us now if you wish to
be added to the waiting list.
Juniors - recruiting for September intake
Ages: 10 to 13 years (equivalent to grade 3)
Time: 7.00pm to 8.30pm (vocals at 7.00pm)
Fee: £95 per term
Seniors
Ages: 14 to adult with experience (equivalent to grade 4)
Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm (vocals at 7.00pm)
Fee: £125 per term
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Free places for supporting parents and discounts are available for additional family members and those on low incomes
for all SAA-uk classes. Please call SAA-uk on 0113 244 5523 or email [email protected] for more information
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
EDUCATION & OUTREACH
FOLK MUSIC & DANCE OF THE PUNJAB
The rich cultural heritage of the Punjab is reflected in its music and
dance, and is celebrated by two energetic and fun classes at SAA-uk. Gidha is a folk song and dance tradition, practised by women retelling
stories and celebrating everyday life through colourful songs and dance.
Or why not learn the Punjabi Dhol, get the rhythmic patterns flowing in
time with your heart and have fun!
We at SAA-uk work tirelessly to keep South Asian arts alive in schools and communities
with a programme of regular classes, workshops and our highly successful annual
Summer School.
We have something to offer people of all ages, whether you wish to learn an art form
from scratch or dabble in something new as part of a community learning experience.
Examples of what we have to offer:
Every Tuesday from 30th April to 9th July (no session on 28th May)
Numbers through Music
Children learning to have fun with numbers.
Bracken Edge Primary School, Newton Road, LEEDS LS7 4HE
In Indian music there are many rhythmic cycles that are used and
have a vocabulary of their own. The whole class or group have the
opportunity to explore and create their own patterns using numbers
enabling them to see, analyse or create music with the support of a
music facilitator.
Dhol
Gidha Boliyan
A chance to learn the Punjabi Dhol, get the rhythmic
patterns flowing in time with your heart and have fun
Sing your heart out, get rid of the blues and make
new friends with this welcoming group of ladies
Young Beginners Time: 6.30pm-7.15pm
Intermediate Time: 7.15pm-8.15pm
Fees: £35 per term
Time: 7.00pm to 8.15pm
Fee: £35.00 per term
For more info: Call SAA-uk on 0113 2445523 Free parent places are available where supporting a child and
discounts available where more than one family member attends.
Stories through Dance
Empowering to Children to tell and bring stories to life
South Asian classical dance forms have over the centuries has
developed a sophisticated language that is used to bring mythologies
to life. Today this language is used to talk about contemporary
subjects, tell contemporary stories and fables. A whole class or group
can choose their own story and explore it through head, face and hand
gestures, as well as body and feet movement.
Visual Arts
Empowering children to see Art and Design in every
day life and objects
Visual Arts can be explored to illuminate South Asian society and
culture, such as Rangoli inspired Tiles - using a range of materials
to create stunning mathematical designs, or Brightly Coloured
Patchwork wall hanging where each child personalises a pre-dyed
colourful individual fabric. Squares are tied together with brightly
coloured ribbon leading to each class having a wall hanging that is a
legacy of the project.
Approx Costs: £300 per day per artist, plus travel
and material costs where applicable
Please note packages are bespoke to meet the aims and objectives of
the School or Community Group.
We’re always looking to work with new schools, groups and individuals, so don’t hesitate to
contact us to discuss your project ideas and needs.
Call or email our Community Engagement Officer, Maria Spadafora on 0113 244 5523
[email protected]
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stay in touch
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previous concerts and events! Keep an eye on it throughout the year… we update it
regularly and you may find clips from concerts listed in this very Seasonal Brochure.
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SOME ANNUAL South Asian Festivals 2013–14
Note: Dates vary each year for many of the festivals as they are based on the Lunar calendar,
so check them on the internet for each year.
JanuaryBirth of Guru Gobind Singh
FebruaryBirthday of prophet Muhammad
MarchHoli/Holla Malla
AprilVaisahki, Ugadi, Bengali New Year
May
JuneMartydom of Guru Arjan Dev
JulyRamadan
August
September
October
November
December
Rakhsa Bandan, Eid-al-Fitr
Navrattri (9 days of Dance), Durga Puja. Eid-al-adha, Vijay Dashmi
Diwali (Deepwali) Celebrated by Sikhs and Hindus Al Hijrah, Birthday of Guru Nanak Dev
SAA-uk (South Asian Arts-uk)
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Web: www.saa-uk.org
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