Raagini – Sunday Morning Carnatic Kacheri with Veena, Mridangam & Ghatam
About the Event

Begin your Sunday with the timeless beauty of Indian classical music at Raagini, a monthly Sunday morning kacheri in Bangalore created for listeners who appreciate intimate, immersive live music.

Taking place on Sunday, 25 October 2026, from 8:30 AM onwards, this 1-hour 30-minute Carnatic music experience brings together accomplished practitioners of Indian classical music for a morning of melody, rhythm and deep listening.

The second edition of Raagini features three distinguished musicians:

Vid. Ramana Balachandhran – Veena
Vid. B.C. Manjunath – Mridangam
Vid. Omkar G. – Ghatam

Set against the quiet energy of a Sunday morning, Raagini invites audiences to slow down, listen deeply and experience the interplay between melody and rhythm in an intimate live setting.

Whether you are a seasoned rasika or discovering Carnatic music for the first time, Raagini offers a beautiful way to begin your Sunday.

Come for the music. Slow down for the morning. Experience Indian classical music live and up close.

Discover Raagini

Raagini is presented as a monthly Sunday morning kacheri in Bangalore, bringing together practitioners of Indian classical music for an immersive listening experience.

The concept is centred on creating a calm and intimate environment where audiences can focus on the music.

Rather than a large-scale entertainment format, the kacheri encourages attentive listening and appreciation of the subtle relationship between melody, rhythm and instrumental expression.

Each edition of Raagini offers an opportunity to experience Indian classical music directly through live performance.

The second edition continues this concept with an instrumental ensemble featuring veena, mridangam and ghatam.

A Sunday Morning of Indian Classical Music

There is something distinctive about experiencing classical music in the quiet hours of a Sunday morning.

Raagini is designed around that atmosphere.

The morning setting provides an opportunity to step away from the pace of everyday life and spend time listening to music in a focused environment.

The event invites audiences to slow down, settle into the performance and appreciate the details of Indian classical music.

For regular listeners, it can be a chance to experience accomplished musicians in an intimate setting.

For newcomers, it can provide a welcoming introduction to the sound and structure of Carnatic music.

Experience Carnatic Music Live

The event belongs to the Carnatic and Indian Classical music traditions.

Carnatic music is known for its intricate relationship between melody and rhythm, and the combination of instruments featured at Raagini provides an opportunity to experience that interaction through a live performance.

The veena brings melodic depth to the ensemble, while the mridangam and ghatam contribute rhythmic dimensions.

Together, the instruments create a musical conversation that forms the heart of the kacheri.

The live format allows audiences to experience this interaction directly rather than simply listening to a recorded performance.

Vid. Ramana Balachandhran – Veena

The second edition of Raagini features Vid. Ramana Balachandhran on veena.

The veena is one of the important instruments associated with Indian classical music, particularly the Carnatic tradition.

Its distinctive tonal character provides a melodic foundation for the performance.

At Raagini, Vid. Ramana Balachandhran's veena forms one of the central voices of the instrumental ensemble.

The performance provides listeners with an opportunity to experience the instrument's melodic qualities in an intimate live setting.

Vid. B.C. Manjunath – Mridangam

Vid. B.C. Manjunath performs on the mridangam.

The mridangam is a principal percussion instrument in Carnatic music and plays an important role in shaping rhythmic structures within a performance.

Its presence brings rhythmic energy and definition to the kacheri.

At Raagini, the mridangam forms part of the musical interplay between melody and rhythm, complementing the veena and contributing to the overall structure of the performance.

Vid. Omkar G. – Ghatam

The ensemble is completed by Vid. Omkar G. on ghatam.

The ghatam is a traditional Indian percussion instrument made from clay and is widely associated with Carnatic music.

Its distinctive sound adds another rhythmic colour to the ensemble.

Together with the mridangam, the ghatam creates an additional layer of rhythmic interaction, complementing the melodic voice of the veena.

Veena, Mridangam and Ghatam

The combination of veena, mridangam and ghatam gives Raagini a distinctive instrumental character.

Veena

The veena provides the melodic voice of the ensemble.

Mridangam

The mridangam contributes the primary rhythmic foundation.

Ghatam

The ghatam adds another layer of percussion and rhythmic colour.

The interplay between these instruments allows the audience to experience the relationship between melody and rhythm that lies at the heart of the performance.

An Intimate and Immersive Listening Experience

Raagini is designed as an intimate, immersive listening experience.

The emphasis is on listening closely and appreciating the music as it unfolds.

An intimate setting can allow audiences to notice subtle changes in melody, rhythm, phrasing and interaction between performers.

Rather than treating the performance simply as background entertainment, Raagini encourages the audience to engage with the music attentively.

This makes the event particularly suited to listeners who enjoy discovering the details within live Indian classical performances.

The Interplay of Melody and Rhythm

One of the central ideas behind Raagini is the interplay of melody and rhythm.

Indian classical music often involves a dynamic relationship between melodic development and rhythmic structure.

The veena, mridangam and ghatam provide different musical roles within that relationship.

As the performance develops, listeners can experience how melodic ideas and rhythmic patterns interact and complement one another.

For experienced rasikas, this can offer an opportunity to appreciate the finer musical details.

For those new to Carnatic music, it can provide a direct introduction to the relationship between melody and rhythm.

A Kacheri for Seasoned Rasikas

Regular listeners of Carnatic music can approach Raagini as an opportunity to spend a Sunday morning with live classical performance.

The intimate format creates space for attentive listening and appreciation.

The combination of accomplished performers and traditional instruments gives the kacheri a strong focus on musical expression.

For rasikas, the experience can be about simply sitting back, listening and allowing the music to unfold.

Discover Classical Music Anew

You do not have to be an experienced listener to enjoy Raagini.

The event is also intended for people discovering Indian classical music anew.

The morning setting and intimate format can provide an approachable way to experience Carnatic music without requiring prior specialist knowledge.

New listeners can focus on the sounds of the instruments, the movement of melody and the changing rhythmic patterns.

The experience can become an opportunity to develop a deeper appreciation for Indian classical music through direct listening.

A Quiet Start to Sunday

Raagini offers an alternative to a busy Sunday morning.

Instead of rushing into the weekend's activities, audiences can begin the day with music.

The calm atmosphere of the morning complements the event's focus on attentive listening.

For music lovers, it provides a dedicated period to pause, listen and experience live performance.

The result is a Sunday morning centred around music, melody, rhythm and reflection.

What to Expect
Carnatic Music

Experience a live performance rooted in the Carnatic tradition.

Indian Classical Music

Enjoy an intimate presentation of Indian classical music.

Veena

Listen to Vid. Ramana Balachandhran performing on the veena.

Mridangam

Experience Vid. B.C. Manjunath on the mridangam.

Ghatam

Hear Vid. Omkar G. performing on the ghatam.

Melody and Rhythm

Experience the interplay between melodic and rhythmic elements.

Intimate Setting

Enjoy the music in a format designed for attentive listening.

Sunday Morning Experience

Begin your Sunday with a focused live musical experience.

Event Highlights
Raagini – Monthly Sunday Morning Kacheri
Second edition of Raagini
Carnatic music
Indian classical music
Intimate and immersive listening experience
Veena performance by Vid. Ramana Balachandhran
Mridangam performance by Vid. B.C. Manjunath
Ghatam performance by Vid. Omkar G.
Interplay of melody and rhythm
Sunday morning live music
Suitable for seasoned rasikas and new listeners
Event Details

Event: Raagini – Monthly Sunday Morning Kacheri

Edition: Second edition

Date: Sunday, 25 October 2026

Time: 8:30 AM

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Music Genre: Carnatic

Category: Indian Classical

Venue: Prestige Centre for Performing Arts, Bengaluru

Featured Artist: Vid. Ramana Balachandhran – Veena

Featured Artist: Vid. B.C. Manjunath – Mridangam

Featured Artist: Vid. Omkar G. – Ghatam

Age Limit: 3+ years

Age Requirement

The event has an age limit of 3+ years.

Children aged three years and above may attend, subject to the event's ticketing and venue requirements.

Parents and accompanying adults should ensure that children follow the applicable venue rules throughout the performance.

The intimate listening format also makes it important for all attendees to be mindful of the audience experience.

Why Attend Raagini?
Begin Sunday With Music

Start your Sunday morning with the beauty of Indian classical music.

Experience Accomplished Musicians

Hear three featured practitioners performing together in an intimate live setting.

Discover Carnatic Music

Explore Carnatic music whether you are an experienced rasika or a first-time listener.

Listen to Veena, Mridangam and Ghatam

Experience the distinctive combination of melody and percussion.

Enjoy an Immersive Experience

Slow down and listen deeply as the performance unfolds.

Explore Melody and Rhythm

Hear the musical interaction between the melodic and rhythmic instruments.

A Monthly Musical Tradition

Raagini is designed as a monthly Sunday morning kacheri, creating the possibility of a recurring space for Indian classical music lovers.

Each edition can bring a different musical experience while maintaining the central idea of intimate listening.

The second edition establishes another chapter in this Sunday morning series with its featured veena, mridangam and ghatam ensemble.

For audiences interested in making classical music part of their weekend routine, Raagini offers a dedicated morning format.

Music for Different Generations

With an age limit of 3+ years, Raagini can be experienced by families and audiences across generations.

Classical music can provide opportunities for younger listeners to encounter traditional Indian instruments and musical forms while older listeners revisit a familiar artistic tradition.

The event creates a shared listening environment where different generations can experience the performance together.

The Beauty of Live Instrumental Music

Instrumental music offers listeners an opportunity to focus closely on sound, rhythm, phrasing and interaction.

Without relying on elaborate staging, the musical instruments themselves become the centre of the experience.

At Raagini, the veena, mridangam and ghatam provide the core soundscape.

The result is a performance where musical expression remains at the forefront.

Listen Deeply

Raagini's concept is built around deep listening.

This means allowing yourself to become attentive to the performance rather than treating the music as background sound.

You can listen for changes in rhythm, melodic development, interaction between performers and the distinctive qualities of each instrument.

For experienced listeners, this can deepen appreciation.

For newcomers, it can offer a simple way to begin engaging with Indian classical music.

A Shared Sunday Morning Experience

Live music becomes especially meaningful when experienced with an audience.

A room filled with attentive listeners creates an atmosphere where the performance can be appreciated collectively.

Raagini brings together people who share an interest in music, whether they are long-time rasikas or discovering Carnatic music for the first time.

The result is a Sunday morning centred on shared listening and appreciation.

Entry and Security Guidelines

By accepting, holding or using a ticket, attendees acknowledge that they have read, understood, accepted and agreed to the full terms and conditions.

The organiser reserves the right of admission.

The organiser may alter the event schedule without prior notice.

Entry is permitted only after a thorough security check and through designated entrances.

Re-entry is not permitted once a ticket holder exits the venue.

Prohibited Items and Security Checks

The venue does not allow the following inside the venue or seating area. These are classified as Prohibited Items:

Food
Beverages
Liquids
Bottles
Cans
Tins
Bags
Lighters
Matchboxes
Flammable items
Illegal substances
Hazardous substances

Security personnel will search ticket holders' belongings at entry.

If a ticket holder refuses a required search and/or is found in possession of Prohibited Items, the organiser may deny entry without refund or compensation.

Attendees are requested to cooperate with security personnel and follow all applicable venue procedures.

Drug-Free Event

This is a drug-free event.

Any ticket holder found using, possessing, procuring, supplying or consuming drugs, narcotics or psychotropic substances, as defined under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, may be immediately evicted from the venue without refund or compensation.

The organiser also reserves the right to initiate legal action as permitted under applicable law.

Admission and Behaviour Policy

The organiser reserves the right to refuse admission or eject any ticket holder who:

Appears intoxicated
Is under the influence of drugs
Behaves dangerously or inappropriately
Engages in behaviour likely to cause harassment, damage, injury or nuisance

The organiser's decision in such matters shall be final.

Guests are requested to cooperate with the organiser and venue management at all times.

Photography and Recording Policy

The use of audio or video recording equipment, including still cameras, is strictly prohibited.

Attendees should comply with all applicable event and venue restrictions concerning photography and recording.

Ticket and Refund Policy

Tickets are issued according to the rules and regulations of the event organiser and venue management.

Except as specifically stated otherwise, tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged, cancelled or returned once purchased.

If the organiser cancels the performance, the organiser will refund the ticket fee.

Other charges associated with the performance, including:

Parking fees
Internet handling fees
Order processing fees

remain non-refundable.

The organiser and venue are not liable for issues arising from unauthorised copies or reproductions of tickets.

The ticket is also invalid for entry if its security features have been tampered with.

Alcohol Regulations

In accordance with applicable law, persons below the legally permissible age may not purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.

The supplied event information does not specify alcohol as part of the Raagini experience.

Personal Safety and Property

The organiser does not accept responsibility for injury to persons or for any loss of or damage to personal property brought to the event.

Attendees should take reasonable care of their belongings and follow all applicable safety and venue instructions.

Communicable Disease Risk

Attendees voluntarily assume all risks related to contracting COVID-19, H1N1 or any other communicable disease or illness, whether occurring before, during or after the event.

Ticket holders also voluntarily waive all claims against the organiser arising from such risks, subject to applicable law.

Force Majeure and Event Changes

The event is subject to force majeure conditions.

The organiser may alter the event schedule without prior notice.

The organiser may also modify these terms and conditions from time to time at its discretion.

Any secondary performances, if applicable, and the event lineup are subject to the artist's discretion.

Attendees are requested to provide their cooperation at all times.

Privacy and Information Collection

To ensure a high-quality user experience, the organiser may collect certain information during booking, registration or payment.

This may include personally identifiable information such as:

Name
Email address
Phone number

Such information may be collected in accordance with the applicable Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Jurisdiction

All disputes or claims relating to the event shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Mumbai.

Experience Raagini Live

Raagini – Monthly Sunday Morning Kacheri offers an opportunity to begin your Sunday with the timeless beauty of Carnatic and Indian classical music.

The second edition brings together Vid. Ramana Balachandhran on veena, Vid. B.C. Manjunath on mridangam, and Vid. Omkar G. on ghatam for an intimate and immersive listening experience.

Taking place on Sunday, 25 October 2026, at 8:30 AM, the 1-hour 30-minute performance at Prestige Centre for Performing Arts, Bengaluru is designed around the interplay of melody and rhythm.

With an age limit of 3+ years, the event can offer a shared musical experience for families, seasoned rasikas and listeners discovering classical music anew.

Come ready to slow down, listen deeply and experience the richness of live Indian classical music.

Begin your Sunday with melody. Discover rhythm. Experience Raagini.