Past Sitar Performances and Live Concert Highlights
Music is meant to be shared. From intimate morning raag recitals to high-energy band fusion concerts, these posters capture the stages I have been lucky to grace.
The official poster for my band 'Urja's' concert at the prestigious Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC). Performing at this world-class venue was a dream come true.
A flyer for my band 'Urja's' live performance in Bengaluru. These posters provide all the details for audiences wanting to attend our shows.
The promotional flyer for an 'Urja' concert in Mumbai. This event was a fusion music special, highlighting our band's genre.
The official poster for the Bharat Ratna Pt. Bhimsen Joshi Shastriya Sangeet Mahotsav, where I was invited to perform a solo sitar recital.
A poster for my band 'Urja's' concert at the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial College in Udupi, as part of their Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
Another version of the poster for our Udupi concert, featuring the full lineup of artists in the band.
The flyer for 'Deepgandha', a morning concert series where I performed a solo sitar recital. I am often invited to perform for morning raag concerts.
About this collection
Whether it is a solo acoustic morning recital at Prithvi Theatre or a 6-piece fusion set with my band Urja at a large venue, I adapt my sound to the room. If you are planning an event, remember that classical setups are delicate and require specific stage microphone configurations, while our fusion sets demand full PA support and a dedicated sound check to maintain the right energy.
Every performance is a unique conversation. My journey has taken me from the quiet, meditative morning raags at platforms like Udayswar@Prithvi and the Deepgandha series, to the electric atmosphere of festivals in Bengaluru, Udupi, and Mumbai.
Matching Music to the Venue
- Classical Recitals: These require an environment where the audience can listen actively. For venues like NCPA or local cultural clubs, I focus on the purity of the sitar and tabla interaction. We keep the amplification minimal to retain the natural resonance of the instruments.
- Fusion & Band Sets: When I perform with my band, Urja, the dynamic changes entirely. We play at larger auditoriums like NMACC or college festivals where the goal is high energy. This requires a professional PA system, stage monitors, and a clear mixing console to balance the sitar with drums, bass, and keyboards.
Planning Your Event
I treat every booking with the same care, whether it is for a corporate inauguration, a wedding reception, or a private house concert. If you are curious about what works best for your space, we can discuss the technical layout early on. I am happy to travel across India to perform, provided the venue can support the specific audio requirements for the chosen style of music. My goal is to ensure the sound matches the setting perfectly.
Chintan Katti
I am Chintan, and for me, the sitar is a conversation—sometimes with the audience, sometimes with my bandmates in Urja. I feel incredibly fortunate to have taken this music from intimate classical baithaks to concert stages across India, and I would love to bring that same dedication to your event.
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