Mon May 13, 2024
07:00 PM-09:00 PM
Phoenician Grand Ballroom,
6070 Babcock Rd,
San Antonio, TX 78240
WE ARE FULLY BOOKED!
The Heartbeat Ensemble, a harmonious fusion of melody and rhythm, epitomizes the timeless classical art form through its unparalleled improvisation, showcasing a breathtaking array of splendor and diversity. Blending the contemporary with the traditional, the ensemble casts a spellbinding effect. Featuring original compositions and rhythmic pieces by Ghatam Karthick, lauded by both scholars and maestros, the Heartbeat Ensemble embodies the pinnacle of Indian musical culture and heritage. Having graced stages across India and embarked on international tours spanning the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Bahrain, and Sri Lanka, the ensemble garners enthusiastic acclaim from audiences worldwide. With six acclaimed albums to their credit, the Heartbeat Ensemble's 2024 USA tour marks a triumphant milestone, celebrating 25 years of captivating performances that have enchanted and delighted audiences everywhere.
WE ARE FULLY BOOKED!
Thank you for making our HEARTBEAT a Sold-Out success!
We are thrilled to inform you that thanks to your incredible support, our heartbeat event is now officially sold out! We cannot express how grateful we are for your enthusiasm and participation.
Your involvement is what truly brings our events to life, and your eagerness to join us on May 13 is genuinely inspiring. We are excited to share this experience with you and promise an unforgettable evening filled with memorable moments.
Thank you once again for your continued support. We can't wait to see you there and create yet another successful event together!
Warm regards from the team of Texas Cultural Foundation!
Dr. ‘Ghatam’ Karthick is one of the shining star artistes on his captivating clay pot instrument. His creative originality & vibrant virtuosity have made him an icon in Indian Classical Carnatic Music. Dr. ‘Ghatam’ Karthick has performed with innumerable maestros, legends and star artistes, ranging a galaxy of generations. Dr. Karthick has enthralled audiences all over the World, carrying the legacy of his illustrious Gurus - Sri.T.H. Vikku Vinayakram and Sri. T.H. Subash Chandran. Dr. Karthick also leads, conducts and orchestrates the popular ensemble HEARTBEAT, presenting his original compositions blending tradition and innovation. Karthick also performs with Film Music Composers like Ilayaraja, A.R.Rahman and many others. Dr. Karthick also specializes in Konnakkol, the Verbal form of Indian Percussion. Dr. Karthick is a PhD in Sanskrit. Dr. Karthick is a recipient of numerous Titles and Awards including the prestigious ‘Kalaimamani’ from the Government of Tamilnadu and the prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Puraskar from Sangeet Natak Academy.
Kamalakiran Vinjamuri is a classically trained Violinist, having had his initial lessons from his grandfather Sri.Parthsarathy Iyengar and Smt. Malladi Vijayalakshmi. His father Sri.Subash Vinjamuri taught and moulded him further and put him under Kum.A.Kanyakumari for advance training. He has won innumerable prizes from various instituitions both in India and US, including the Cleveland Thyagaraja Festival, Madras Music Academy, Parthasarathy Swami Sabha and many others. Kamalakiran has been performing with almost all top notch artistes as a preferred accompanist as well as a duet with his Guru. Kamalakiran has also performed many Violin Solo Concerts all over India, USA and Europe.
V.G.Vigneswar is an amazingly talented artist performing traditional Carnatic music on the Keyboard. He is also a versatile artist who performs with ease in various genres like film, fusion, western classical and world music. Starting his musical journey at the tender age of 5 years, Vigneswar has performed more than 1500 concerts all over the world and has extensively toured countries like Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Bahrain, and many more. Vigneswar is an ‘A' grade artiste of All India Radio, Chennai. Vigneswar has received numerous awards and titles, like the prestigious 'Kalai Ila Mani' from the Government of Tamilnadu, ‘Yuva Kala Bharathi’ and many others. Apart from his solo concerts, Vigneswar is part of almost all leading bands and ensembles. Vigneswar has collaborated with many respected legends, stalwart musicians and star artists like Guruji Sri. T.V.Gopalakrishnan, Ghatam maestro Sri. Vikku Vinayakram, Drums Sivamani, Mridangam wizard Madurai Sri. T. Srinivasan and several others.
Sarvesh Karthick is a multi-faceted musician and an acclaimed Mridhangam artiste. His amazing skills on varied percussion instruments and musical gadgets, makes him a unique artiste. Sarvesh’s creative ideas are enhanced by his intensive traditional training on the Mridhangam from Gurus Sri.T.H.Subash Chandran and ‘Ghatam’ Dr.S. Karthick. Sarvesh has performed with numerous respected legends, star artists, reputed dancers and international musicians across the world. Sarvesh is the pioneer of the Roland Handsonic in Carnatic Music. Sarvesh as a sound engineer - records and collaborates globally through his ‘Swaraksharam Studios’. Sarvesh is the proud recipient of many titles and awards like, Yuva Kala Bharathi, Laya Ilavarasu, Sangeetha Nakshatra and Laya Kala Mamani. He won the ‘Spirit of Youth - Best Mridangam Artiste’ and ‘HCL - Best Concert’ prize from the Madras Music Academy and the prestigious ‘CCRT Scholarship for Young Artists’ from the Department of Culture, Government of India.
Sunil Kumar is a traditionally trained percussionist carrying forward the legacy of his father Thavil maestro Triplicane Sri.K.Sekar. A disciple of Kanjira Maestro Sri V. Selvaganesh, Sunil performs primarily on the Kanjira and is equally proficient in Thavil. He has performed with many stalwarts and stars like Sri A.K.C. Natrajan, Prof T.N Krishnan, Umayalpuram Dr K. Sivaraman , Sri Dr T.V Gopalakrishnan, Sri T.H. Vikku Vinayakaram, Kum A. Kanyakumari and numerous others. Sunil is endorsed by all leading Mridangam artists as a preferred accompanist. As a most sought after artist, Sunil also performs in many Jugalbandhi & Fusion concerts. Sunil has performed all around India and abroad like USA, Singapore, Malaysia and UAE. Sunil is an 'A' grade artiste of All India Radio, Chennai. Sunil has received numerous awards and titles, like Yuva Kala Bharathi, Laya Rathnakara, Dr. M.S. Subbulakshmi Fellowship and many others.