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SUMMARY:Vocal Landscapes - An Evening of South Asian Music
DESCRIPTION:Saffron Strings invites you to Vocal Landscapes – an evening where the human voice becomes the art. \nSet within the Art Gallery of Burlington\, this is a listening-first experience rooted in South Asian classical music and ghazals. No large venue\, no background noise – just a small audience\, close to the artist\, in a space designed for music to land. \nThis is Saffron Strings’ third event. The first – an outdoor backyard concert – sold out. The second\, an evening at St. Paul’s Church\, drew a full and enthusiastic crowd. Each one has gone deeper\, more intentional\, more immersive than the last. \nIf you’ve been looking for an evening that slows things down and makes music feel personal again\, this is it. \nLimited seats. April 25 · 6:30 PM · Art Gallery of Burlington. \nThe Artists\nZara Ahmed – Vocalist\nBorn in Lahore and raised in Toronto\, Zara Ahmed is a Pakistani-Canadian singer inspired by the rich musical traditions of her heritage. Completing a first ever music residency in New York City under Ustaad Naseeruddin Saami & the Saami Brothers\, she was introduced to Khayal gayaki that opened a new layer of commitment in learning traditional sounds. Zara continues to study under the esteemed Saami Brothers to deepen her craft while creating music that is personal\, timeless\, and resonant with modern audiences. \nInstagram:\nhttps://www.instagram.com/zara.ahmedd?igsh=NWtodjgyaHJham0x \nKrutarth Shitut – Tabla\nKrutarth Shitut is a versatile percussionist specializing in world percussion\, with the tabla as his primary instrument. His style spans classical\, Bollywood\, and experimental fusion\, blending technical mastery with creativity. He has been featured on CBC News and has performed with renowned artists including Ustad Irshad Khan\, Yasser Desai\, Leo Twins\, Shweta Subram\, and Jyotika Tangri. \nInstagram:\nhttps://www.instagram.com/_tabla256?igsh=MWl2dWhmZWZmZm1wYw== \nSiddharth Kota – Guitar Siddharth Kota is a Toronto-based guitarist\, producer\, composer\, and educator with a diverse musical background spanning prog\, fusion\, rock\, funk\, and contemporary styles. With over 10 years of experience as a musician\, Siddharth has built a reputation for blending technical mastery with expressive artistry\, captivating audiences with both his solo work and collaborative projects. Originally from India\, Siddharth began his musical journey playing and touring with various bands across the country\, eventually gaining recognition. During this time\, he also earned an endorsement from Paul Reed Smith Guitars and gained prominence in the online guitar community. Currently\, he is working on a 6 track instrumental album set for release in 2026. \nInstagram:\nhttps://www.instagram.com/siddharthkota?igsh=MWxjcWpscTcwc3V0Yw==
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