C T Online Desk: Swami Shuvananda Puri Maharaj ( CA TV) and Santoor legend Padmashri Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya carried the fragrance of India’s rich cultural heritage to the United States with the spellbinding evening of Indian classical music at the Church of Scientology, Hollywood, California.
The concert held on 15th February 2026 brought together Maestros, disciples, music lovers in a soulful celebration of tradition and talent.
The evening was treated to a concert that blended youthful brilliance with a classical depth.
The concert began with a blissful Tabla solo offered by Maestro Shreyas Iyer residing in Phoenix Arizona along with his two disciples in Teentaal which enchanted the audiences and the music connoisseurs, Shreyas with his personal brilliance treated the evening with finess and devotion.
Rama. V. Rao a student of Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya enchanted the gathering with soulful rendition of Raga Hamswadhwani in Indian Flute.
The last performance was Hindustani Vocal by eminent vocalist Sushma Kashwap Pawan presented Raag Puriya Dhaneshree and a Bhajan at the end demonstrated her maturity of singing along with scintillating knowledge.
The blissful presence of Tabla Maestro Pandit Jyotirmay Roychowdhury and his soulful accompaniment with the artist’s added depth and vibrance to the performances.
Speaking on the occasion Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya expressed his joy at witnessing young talents carry forward the rich legacy to creat a worldwide movement for Indian classical music through education, performances and cultural exchange. It also highlighted the spirit of Guru Shishya Parampara that continues to nurture and inspire musicians across generations.
