5 Questions with Niladri Kumaar
Penn Live Arts Debuts Philadelphia Premieres World Music
On Nov 1, sitar maestro Niladri Kumaar makes his Penn Live Arts debut with
The Space Between the Notes. This musical concert journey weaves centuries-old tradition with creative innovation, all based on the documentary film recording of his last performance with the late tabla icon Zakir Hussain. In today’s 5 Questions feature, we chat with Kumaar about his beginnings and his outlook on the power of music.
Read more...The music of our 25/26 season
Posted September 11, 2025
Early Music Jazz Music Penn Live Arts Debuts World Music
Our 25/26 season brings an exciting array of acclaimed musical acts that span multiple genres. We’re thrilled to bring audience favorites back to our stage, from jazz greats
Branford Marsalis and
Cécile McLorin Salvant, to world music icons
Soweto Gospel Choir and
DakhaBrakha.
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