Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
*Wait for the explosive vocal battle at the end... 🤯 Experience the blinding speed and lyrical brilliance of Omkar Dadarkar live at London’s Barbican Centre!*
While many Indian classical melodies are thousands of years old, some of the most exciting pieces are relatively modern inventions. The raga featured here—Raag Jogkauns—was created in the 1940s by a master who brilliantly fused the masculine charm of Raag Jog with the deep earnestness of Raag Chandrakauns.
🌿 *A High-Velocity Midnight Masterclass:*
In this electrifying clip from Darbar Festival 2018, renowned vocalist Omkar Dadarkar dives into the deep, hypnotic waters of this midnight melody. Moving from a soulful, calming introduction into a hyper-fast composition (drut khayal), Dadarkar pushes his vocals into overdrive.
Watch how he executes lightning-fast, rapid-fire melodic runs (taans) layered with powerful vocal oscillations (gamaks), driving his voice all the way up to heart-wrenching pauses in the highest octaves. Supported by the grounding, thunderous bols (drum syllables) of Shahbaz Hussain on the Tabla and the flawless melodic backing of Tanmay Deochake on the Harmonium, the clip finishes with a breathtaking display of musical teamwork where all three masters trade explosive, synchronized rhythms! ⚡🎶
🎶 *The Elite Lineup:*
*Khayal Vocals:* Omkar Dadarkar
*Tabla:* Shahbaz Hussain
*Harmonium:* Tanmay Deochake
*Tanpuras:* Gunwant Dhadyalla & Priya Parkash
*The Scale:* Raag Jogkauns (Derived from Bhairavi Thaat; Midnight Raga)
📍 Recorded live at Milton Court Concert Hall, Barbican Centre, London, during Darbar Festival 2018.
🎬 *WATCH THE FULL, UNCUT CONCERT HERE:*
Don't settle for just the short clip. Immerse your home in the full, majestic 2018 performance.
👉 *Subscribe to the Darbar Player and stream the entire high-definition archival concert right here:* https://shorturl.at/JpbgX 👈
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Darbar believes in the power of Indian classical arts to stir, thrill and inspire. Through shared experiences and digital connectivity, we ensure that one of the world’s finest art forms reaches the widest possible audience. Founded in 2006, we deliver premium quality live events, music education, broadcasts and online engagement through promoting artistic innovation and creative technology. We are also committed to providing a platform for new talent from India and the UK.
All Rights Reserved ©2021 Darbar Arts Culture Heritage Trust
*Wait for the explosive vocal battle at the end... 🤯 Experience the blinding speed and lyrical brilliance of Omkar Dadarkar live at London’s Barbican Centre!*
While many Indian classical melodies are thousands of years old, some of the most exciting pieces are relatively modern inventions. The raga featured here—Raag Jogkauns—was created in the 1940s by a master who brilliantly fused the masculine charm of Raag Jog with the deep earnestness of Raag Chandrakauns.
🌿 *A High-Velocity Midnight Masterclass:*
In this electrifying clip from Darbar Festival 2018, renowned vocalist Omkar Dadarkar dives into the deep, hypnotic waters of this midnight melody. Moving from a soulful, calming introduction into a hyper-fast composition (drut khayal), Dadarkar pushes his vocals into overdrive.
Watch how he executes lightning-fast, rapid-fire melodic runs (taans) layered with powerful vocal oscillations (gamaks), driving his voice all the way up to heart-wrenching pauses in the highest octaves. Supported by the grounding, thunderous bols (drum syllables) of Shahbaz Hussain on the Tabla and the flawless melodic backing of Tanmay Deochake on the Harmonium, the clip finishes with a breathtaking display of musical teamwork where all three masters trade explosive, synchronized rhythms! ⚡🎶
🎶 *The Elite Lineup:*
*Khayal Vocals:* Omkar Dadarkar
*Tabla:* Shahbaz Hussain
*Harmonium:* Tanmay Deochake
*Tanpuras:* Gunwant Dhadyalla & Priya Parkash
*The Scale:* Raag Jogkauns (Derived from Bhairavi Thaat; Midnight Raga)
📍 Recorded live at Milton Court Concert Hall, Barbican Centre, London, during Darbar Festival 2018.
🎬 *WATCH THE FULL, UNCUT CONCERT HERE:*
Don't settle for just the short clip. Immerse your home in the full, majestic 2018 performance.
👉 *Subscribe to the Darbar Player and stream the entire high-definition archival concert right here:* https://shorturl.at/JpbgX 👈
________________________________________________________________
Darbar believes in the power of Indian classical arts to stir, thrill and inspire. Through shared experiences and digital connectivity, we ensure that one of the world’s finest art forms reaches the widest possible audience. Founded in 2006, we deliver premium quality live events, music education, broadcasts and online engagement through promoting artistic innovation and creative technology. We are also committed to providing a platform for new talent from India and the UK.
All Rights Reserved ©2021 Darbar Arts Culture Heritage Trust
