Recognized as one of the most preeminent tabla virtuosos in the world,
Pandit Yogesh Samsi will perform a Solo Tabla Recital and conduct a Master Class at The Mount Vernon School, “Where The World Meets In Harmony,” on September 15th and 16th. Harmonium accompaniment will be provided by Hardeep Singh Chana.
Yogesh Samsi has simultaneously scaled unprecedented heights of achievement in solo performance, accompaniment, and pedagogy within and beyond the scope of Hindustani Classical Music.
As a soloist, Yogesh balances both history and innovation in the rich tradition of the Punjab Gharana. His performances showcase mastery over a vast range of traditional content more recently unearthing and sharing rare repertoire that was lost during the Indo/Pak Partition. At the same time, Yogesh brings fresh perspective to the canon by presenting new ideas that capture the philosophy and rhythmic thought processes of his Guru, Ustad Allah Rakha.
As an accompanist, Yogesh has provided sensitive and thoughtful tabla accompaniment for many leading vocalists and instrumentalists. His approach has been instilled by the close grooming under his father and stalwart vocalist, Pandit Dinkar Kaikini.
Yogesh's commitment to the future of tabla and his inherited tradition is most evident in his extensive efforts as a Guru to a new generation of accomplished tabla professionals. His pedagogical approach aims to nurture creative independent thinkers who will propagate and evolve the Gharana and instrument that he holds so dear.
Press/Video Links. Washington Post: “Samsi performed a virtuosic 70-minute piece that illustrated the various schools, techniques, and features, of tabla music... Impeccably structured, yet freely expansive, the performance was as intricate as a Bach fugue and as ecstatic as a rave-club crescendo.”
YouTube Clips: https://youtu.be/a8KvCeI3ni4 https://youtu.be/SQoY-gYiYQ8