BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Oakland Asian Cultural Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Oakland Asian Cultural Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oacc.cc X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Oakland Asian Cultural Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240420T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240319T220527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T202700Z UID:18090-1713614400-1713625200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Southeast Asian New Year Celebration DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/southeastasianny/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Event-flyer.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240427T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240412T013856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T202556Z UID:18430-1714222800-1714233600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Philippine Master Culture Bearers of T’boli\, Yakan\, Kalinga People: Weaving Workshop DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/philippinemasterculturebearers/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/weaving-workshop-thumbnail-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240503T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240503T153000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240321T194933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T223247Z UID:18136-1714744800-1714750200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:How K-Dramas Can Transform Your Life: A Fireside Chat with Clinician\, Speaker\, Coach\, and Author Jeanie Y. Chang\, LMFT DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/howkdramascantransformyourlife/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/thumbnail-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240510T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240510T213000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240321T205611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T223216Z UID:18161-1715371200-1715376600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change\, Featuring Ishami Dance Company DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/interwovenstories/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240511T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240511T123000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240326T235217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T223138Z UID:18196-1715425200-1715430600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Movement Workshop: Interwoven Stories of Culture\, Belonging\, and Change\, Facilitated by Ishami Dance Company DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/interwovenstoriesworkshop/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/workshop-thumbnail.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240517T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240517T203000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240405T021110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T223106Z UID:18246-1715972400-1715977800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Premiere Short Film Documentaries From Anthony Brown’s Asian American Orchestra’s 2018 Performance with Angela Davis and Janice Mirikitani Followed by a Live Performance DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/premierewithanthonybrown/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/thumbnail-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240601T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240601T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240408T221152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T004707Z UID:18221-1717243200-1717257600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:AAPI Mental Health & Wellness Jam 2024 DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/aapimentalhealthjam2024/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/thumbnail-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240622T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240622T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240501T215409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T214302Z UID:18601-1719061200-1719068400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Searching for Kapwa" Film Screening and Discussion DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/searchingforkapwa/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/EDITED-WEBSITE-THUMBNAIL-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240801T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240709T234004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T184423Z UID:19213-1722513600-1725728400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Precious Beings Exhibition & Closing Reception DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/preciousbeings/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/precious-beings-exhibit-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240803T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240803T213000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240710T002737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T214223Z UID:19212-1722704400-1722720600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:BomBay to the Bay: a Garba Dance Festival DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/bombaytothebay/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/thumbnail-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240907T163000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240814T235924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T000830Z UID:19383-1725714000-1725726600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Hālau O Keikiali’i in Performance DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/cohhhalauokeikialii/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/decorative-thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240922T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240922T143000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240801T180527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240922T220545Z UID:19346-1727010000-1727015400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Simone" Book Release & Reading DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/simone/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/SIMONE-NEW-PRICE.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250112T163000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20241211T205434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T001256Z UID:20553-1736685000-1736699400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: Sounds of Greater Khorasan — Afghan and Tajik Poetry and Music DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/cohh-sounds-of-greater-khorasan/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/thumbnail-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T143000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20241204T204954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T184235Z UID:20520-1737205200-1737210600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:The March Fong Eu Story: An Authorized Biography of an Unauthorized Woman. Book Talk with Author Tim Vandehey and Editor Pattie Fong. DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/themarchfongeustory/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/march-fong-eu-thumbnail-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250201T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250201T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250107T012150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T184213Z UID:20651-1738407600-1738425600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Lunar New Year x Black History Month 2025: Celebrating Asian & African-American Solidarity DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/lnybhm2025/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/LNY-x-BHM-2025-thumbnail-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250220T203000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250116T011202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T184144Z UID:20843-1740076200-1740083400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"The Camps America Built" - Honoring Day of Remembrance 2025 DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/campuanamericanstory/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/NEW-FLYER.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T153000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20240822T180423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T024424Z UID:19513-1740837600-1740843000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"The Memory of Taste": Book Release Event with Chef Tu David Phu DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/thememoryoftaste/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Past Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/thumbnail-NEW-DATE-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T210000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250207T210449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T183132Z UID:20947-1741374000-1741381200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Gumamela: An Intimate Preview. Florante Aguilar with Cascada de Flores and Special Guests Charmaine Clamor\, Jorge Mijangos\, and Greg Kehret DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/gumamela-an-intimate-preview/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250207T212331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T195915Z UID:20948-1742648400-1742655600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Not Your China Doll: The Wild and Shimmering Life of Anna May Wong." Book Release Event with Katie Gee Salisbury DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/notyourchinadoll/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/thumbnail-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250411T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250411T213000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250306T190554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T173148Z UID:21030-1744399800-1744407000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:All Mixed Up! A Mixer Celebrating Multi-Racial Identity DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/all-mixed-up-a-mixer-celebrating-multi-racial-identity/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/UPDATED-THUMBNAIL.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250419T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250305T175246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T201340Z UID:21018-1745074800-1745082000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Celebrating Our HeART-filled Heritage: "The Rebirth of Apsara: Beyond Genocide." A Performance by Charya Burt Cambodian Dance. DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/the-rebirth-of-apsara-beyond-genocide/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Charya_Burt_1080x1080_thumb.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250326T194249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T194416Z UID:21124-1745762400-1745769600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Silencing the Drum: Religious Racism and Afro-Brazilian Sacred Music\," a Book Talk and Dynamic Presentation with Author Dr. Umi Vaughan. DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/silencing-the-drum-religious-racism-and-afro-brazilian-sacred-music/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Silencing-the-Drum-thumbnail.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250809T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250409T223815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T180524Z UID:21237-1747396800-1754758800@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Satr-e Rahayi: An Exhibition of Calligraphy Works by Hakim Karimzada DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/satr-e-rahayi/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Current Exhibitions,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Satr-e-Rahayi-Exhibition-thumbnail-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250326T203839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T002001Z UID:21128-1747576800-1747584000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:"Daryo’s All-American Diner": An Anti-Asian Hate Play DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/daryos-all-american-diner/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/DARYOs.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250606T140000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250529T003050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T004555Z UID:21577-1749211200-1749218400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Mending Circle DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/mending-circle/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Mending-Circle-Flyer-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250614T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250518T195746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250518T200256Z UID:21539-1749906000-1749913200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:OACC Summer Showcase! DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/summershowcase/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Summer-Showcase-Flyer-Page1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250621T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250529T004151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T002107Z UID:21583-1750496400-1750525200@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Changing Perspectives on Japanese American Incarceration DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/changing-perspectives-on-japanese-american-incarceration/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2-CP-Conf-NBN-Ad.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250622T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250529T004707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T002110Z UID:21588-1750582800-1750611600@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Changing Perspectives on Japanese American Incarceration - Day 2 DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/changing-perspectives-on-japanese-american-incarceration-day-2/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2-CP-Conf-NBN-Ad.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250802T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250708T090041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T231934Z UID:21700-1754146800-1754154000@oacc.cc SUMMARY:Taking Root: Southeast Asian Stories of Resettlement in Philadelphia film premiere and panel DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/taking-root/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured,Upcoming Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Taking-Root-WebPage-Square.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250814T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T114812 CREATED:20250724T221909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T164429Z UID:21799-1755172800-1761998400@oacc.cc SUMMARY:She Isn't A Metaphor: An Exhibition of Mixed Media by Nimisha Doongarwal DESCRIPTION:With Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, Rohan Krishnamurthy  Saturday\, September 67:30-9 pmFREE \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Indian classical luminaries Arjun K. Verma\, Anirudh Bharadwaj\, and Rohan Krishnamurthy come together in a new collaboration of Carnatic and Hindustani traditions. As Bay Area-based ambassadors of Indian music\, the trio represents ancient Indian lineages at the frontiers of contemporary experimentation.     Performer Bios   Dr. Rohan Krishnamurthy is an Indian-American percussionist\, composer\, educator\, and one of the leading voices of Indian classical and cross-genre music in the South Asian diaspora. Acclaimed as a “musical ambassador” by The Times of India\, he received mridangam training from the legendary maestro\, Sriman. Guruvayur Dorai\, in Chennai. Distinguished as a soloist\, composer\, and collaborator\, Rohan performed with legendary Indian classical musicians and Grammy Award-winning global artists.    Rohan leads The Alaya Project\, an Indo-jazz-funk collective that has performed at prestigious jazz and global music festivals including SF Jazz\, Joe’s Pub NYC\, and Strathmore DC. The group’s recently released debut album has been praised by Jazziz Magazine\, NPR\, San Francisco Chronicle\, and more. Rohan holds a Ph.D. in musicology from the Eastman School of Music and directs the RohanRhythm Percussion Studio with students from across the globe. Rohan is the recipient of international awards and grants\, including commissions from the San Francisco Arts Commission\, Zellerbach Foundation\, and Goethe Institute (Germany). He has taught at renowned institutions\, and his patented RohanRhythm drum tuning system is available worldwide.   Arjun K. Verma is an Indian-American sitarist and composer. Beginning with his father\, Roop Verma\, and continuing with the legendary Ali Akbar Khan and his son Alam Khan\, Arjun’s meticulous training has imbued him with a rich musicality that encompasses both the profound majesty and the exhilaration of North Indian classical music. Hailed by the New York Times as a “fine sitarist\,” Arjun shares the jewels of his cultural heritage in a manner that is fresh\, modern\, and relevant\, while maintaining a high standard of traditional integrity.   Arjun has performed at international venues including the United Nations\, the Fillmore\, Prague Castle\, and on the NBC TV network\, collaborating with a diverse host of musicians including the London Symphony Orchestra\, Swapan Chaudhuri\, Alam Khan\, Bob Weir (Grateful Dead)\, the St. Louis Symphony\, and GRAMMY-winning pianist and arranger John Beasley. Arjun’s performance repertoire has stretched the limits of the sitar as an instrument\, and his recording and composing work has applied Indian classical music effectively for TV\, opera\, and documentary film.   Arjun is the recipient of a Mosaic America commissioning grant (2020)\, a Creative Work Fund grant (2018—Haas Foundation)\, and a Shenson Fellowship (2007—San Francisco Foundation).   Anirudh Bharadwaj is a Carnatic flautist based in California. He is a student of Vidwan Delhi Sunderrajan and began his initial training under Srimati Akhila Krishnan and Sriman P.N. Krishnan. Anirudh has also received training in Hindustani classical music from renowned flute maestro Pandit Kailash Sharma of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya\, Delhi. Residing in the Bay Area\, he passionately teaches Carnatic flute and vocal music to students across the United States\, Europe\, and India.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://oacc.cc/event/she-isnt-a-metaphor/ LOCATION:Oakland Asian Cultural Center\, 388 9th St. #290\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Current Events,Current Exhibitions,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oacc.cc/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/She-Isnt-a-Metaphor-1080-x-1080-px.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Oakland Asian Cultural Center":MAILTO:programs@oacc.cc END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR