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title: "Global Sitar Fusion & Cross-Cultural Concerts by Shubhendra Rao"
description: "Experience unique global Sitar fusion and cross-cultural music collaborations. Pandit Shubhendra Rao brings world-class orchestral and fusion performances to you."
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last_updated: 2025-09-22
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# Global Sitar Fusion & Cross-Cultural Concerts

Tribe Verified · Performed with major symphony orchestras worldwide

By [Shubhendra Rao](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar) · Performs at venues and events across India · ₹2.8L per performance (60-90 mins) (estimate)

Part of [Sitar Performances & Concerts](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/gallery)

Music is a universal language, and my greatest joy is finding where our traditions meet. Whether it is a symphony orchestra in South America or a jazz fusion session, I love building bridges through sound.

## Photos and videos

- ![Performing my Guru Pandit Ravi Shankar's Sitar Concerto No. 1 with the Guayaquil Municipal Orchestra in Ecuador. It is an honor to bring the sound of the sitar to a full philharmonic orchestra, bridging worlds through music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/afc7f913-f77b-48c8-8a58-ccd54645a3b1)
- [Video: "Falling Leaves", an impromptu jam session with old friends. Here, the Indian sitar and cello converse with the Chinese pipa and the tabla, connecting our hearts without a single word.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b7dac1ae-f62f-4633-b15c-1b3442789fed)
- ![The experience of performing my Guru's Sitar Concerto in Guayaquil, Ecuador, was met with a standing ovation that lasted over 10 minutes. The love for our culture in this part of the world is humbling.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2be5019d-3d86-4018-a414-d1bd23c1ade3)
- [Video: An excerpt from the finale of our orchestral composition "Song of Water," premiered in Rio de Janeiro. This is a moment of pure gratitude and musical synergy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5a089e7b-8d51-4f58-b95b-f82e3cdea5ac)
- ![Rehearsing with Maestro Ricardo Delgado for an Indo-Peruvian musical collaboration. Exploring the ancient and beautiful music of the Incas was a fascinating journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/66ab7a29-a459-40dd-ae3a-37c8938ceadd)
- ![A special Hindustani-Carnatic jugalbandi, uniting the musical traditions of North and South India. This performance with the wonderful veena artist Dr. Suma Sudhindra was a beautiful exploration of shared culture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d131f3e-2ff0-4afe-8336-3e22bf934296)
- [Video: An amazing experience jamming with multi-Grammy award winner Dianne Reeves and the legendary Herbie Hancock. It was a joy to see my son Ishaan also perform and receive their compliments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/707453f8-763f-4961-a070-d0517e5c219c)
- [Video: A clip from our orchestral composition "Love and Celebration," which premiered in Rio de Janeiro. This project was a dream to create and perform.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86fb829c-ed91-4b6d-99d5-ed865127e997)
- ![Humbled by five standing ovations at the Theatro Municipal in Rio. We worked hard on our orchestral piece, and to see it received with such love was incredibly rewarding.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c22af6ab-b8cb-46c3-9b8a-1601108b75c3)
- ![The historic Theatro Municipal in Rio, an absolutely stunning venue. It was a fortune to perform here with the Brazilian Symphony Orchestra.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/092d8a5e-792f-424a-abbe-d273b9a477a1)
- ![A poster for my Hindustani-Carnatic jugalbandi concert in my hometown of Bengaluru. These cross-cultural collaborations are very special to me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/972f1165-22a4-4b65-96b3-9ec4e86000ee)
- ![A cover photo for India Today magazine, highlighting our musical exchange between India and Japan.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf2c7dcf-47d0-45f8-9885-643638e7a936)
- ![An invitation to a special concert celebrating the 130th anniversary of the Japanese company Mitsui in India, where I collaborated with a wonderful Japanese pianist.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a166dd6e-80b5-4c40-ae04-731065e7bdfe)
- ![An article from a magazine in Ecuador covering my collaboration with the Guayaquil Municipal Orchestra.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/69d2558a-8e5f-4d70-9602-d921b2fba74b)
- ![More press coverage from Ecuador, showing our performance and even a picture of my Guru with George Harrison. The legacy of crossing musical borders is a long and beautiful one.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8883db5-cf37-4922-b4ea-177a2abc29fb)
- ![A moment of applause with the Guayaquil Municipal Orchestra. The warmth and love from the musicians and the audience were truly memorable.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/839877e5-e8da-4f2d-b54d-c674da423305)
- ![A heartfelt hug with the conductor after our performance in Ecuador. These are the moments of connection that make a musical journey so special.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3974c738-c14b-4632-9e6b-c2f2ac97081b)
- ![Taking a bow with the conductor, a gesture of mutual respect and shared success.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bd5e4f43-35f8-4e00-b378-ab0e6d8f4a09)
- [Video: Rehearsals with the philharmonic orchestra in Ecuador. It is amazing to hear Indian classical music played by these talented musicians, bringing my Guru's 50-year-old composition to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a01aeae6-8f73-4201-b91c-362c937cbb9a)
- ![The program for my performance of the Sitar Concerto No. 1 in Ecuador, a Latin American premiere of this iconic work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/175d8086-1211-444f-8608-13f82e73d4bb)
- ![The official poster for my concert with the La Orquesta Filarmónica Municipal in Guayaquil, Ecuador.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/90ad0fed-6c09-4f03-a9cd-978ca903ac91)
- [Video: The magnificent Theatre Municipal in Rio de Janeiro, where I performed to a houseful audience of nearly 2300 people. The energy was incredible.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6eb68c05-cf77-46b3-81a7-7cd9fb176a39)
- [Video: A clip from Brazilian National Television announcing my concert at the Theatre Municipal. It is always a pleasure to see classical music featured in mainstream media.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/57d00392-9473-4168-a353-9bf09e23f0de)
- ![A beautiful night shot of the Theatre Municipal in Rio. A truly breathtaking venue.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/44d15073-9016-4734-a565-a87a48019f2f)
- ![Another view of the historic opera house in Rio, a perfect start to my South American tour.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fba1cd6d-0eae-4469-83b9-03a2d2dc3b0a)
- ![The stunning architecture of the Theatre Municipal, a venue that has hosted countless legendary performances.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ec611ef-3276-4f11-8cc3-eab3142b6308)
- ![The view from inside the opera house, a grand and historic space filled with the love of music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ab35ac14-d552-4146-9404-c8d6e1c0d810)
- [Video: A collage of media promotion for my concert in Rio, showing the excitement and anticipation for the event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/104cca47-0ee5-4791-9ee1-348172f954f5)

## About Crossing Borders: Global Collaborations

I don't just perform; I collaborate to create a new sonic dialogue. When you book a global collaboration set, we are weaving stories from different cultures rather than just playing music. Whether you need a specific fusion ensemble for a corporate event or a grand orchestral feature, I work with you to ensure the musical arrangement fits the energy and scale of your occasion.

My journey with the sitar has taken me from the traditional raga stages of India to the grand concert halls of Rio de Janeiro and Guayaquil. For me, global collaboration is about more than just mixing instruments; it is about finding that moment where a Hindustani raga and a Western orchestral score start speaking the same language. 

I have had the honor of performing my Guru Pt. Ravi Shankar's concertos with philharmonic orchestras and jamming with jazz legends like Herbie Hancock. These experiences have taught me that music, at its core, is a conversation. 

### What a Global Collaboration Entails:
* **Cross-Genre Dialogue:** Whether it is Sitar and Cello jugalbandi, Indo-Peruvian fusion, or orchestral symphony work, every performance is adapted to the specific context.
* **Creative Synergy:** I work closely with event organizers to understand the vibe. Are we looking for meditative, meditative global fusion, or an energetic, rhythmic cross-cultural piece?
* **Technical Precision:** Fusion work requires meticulous sound balancing. I ensure that the treble of the sitar, the bass of the cello, and the percussion are perfectly aligned for the venue, whether it is an intimate setting or a large auditorium.

Performing across borders has shown me that audiences everywhere hunger for a connection that transcends their own local traditions. If you want to bring that kind of global energy to your event, I am here to help plan a performance that feels both worldly and deeply personal.

## About Shubhendra Rao

My life has been a beautiful, musical journey guided by my Guru, Pt. Ravi Shankar. I feel so blessed to share this joy, whether I am playing solo or weaving a new sound with friends from across the globe.

[See all of Shubhendra Rao's services](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar)

## More from Sitar Performances & Concerts by Shubhendra Rao

- [Featured](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/featured)
- [Sitar & Cello: A Musical Dialogue](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/sitar-cello-a-musical-dialogue)
- [The Rao Trio: A Family's Harmony](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/the-rao-trio-a-family-s-harmony)
- [Solo Sitar: Meditations in Raga](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/solo-sitar-meditations-in-raga)
- [Carrying the Torch: A Tribute to My Guru, Pt. Ravi Shankar](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/carrying-the-torch-a-tribute-to-my-guru-pt-ravi-shankar)
- [Inspiring Young Minds: Outreach Concerts](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/inspiring-young-minds-outreach-concerts)
- [On The Road: A Musician's Journey](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/on-the-road-a-musician-s-journey)
- [Practice & Process](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/practice-process)
- [In The News: Press & Accolades](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/in-the-news-press-accolades)
- [Concert Archive](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/sitar-performances-concerts/concert-archive)

## More services by Shubhendra Rao

- [Music Education Programs](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/music-education-programs)

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