Bombay Baja are Europe's leading Indian brass band and specialise in performing at weddings, festivals, street processions and other high profile events.
1 November 2024 Diwali Celebrations
River of Light 2024 sees a debut collaboration between River of Light and Milap, who together are bringing a series of Indian performance artists together on 1st November, to mark Diwali celebrations in Liverpool.
Europe's leading Indian brass band Bombay Baja will perform three live sets of dance and music performance around the art installation. Combining popular Indian melodies with the powerful rhythms of the Dhol, the performance will create a carnival atmosphere of colour and fun, with the chance for everyone to join in and dance! Expect Bollywood and Bhangra dancing as they ring in the joy of Diwali.
Accompanying the spectacle this year, the incredibly talented Piano with Bhav will prepare a selection of some of the most beautiful Bollywood melodies to play alongside the installation. Bhav's music will be an integral part of your experience, taking you on a musical journey.
All performances will take place near to the Indian-inspired light installation, Rangoli Mirrored Cosmos. Programmed by Culture Liverpool for the 2024 River of Light edition, The piece was originally commissioned by Greenwich Peninsula for Diwali. The artwork is a vivid three-dimensional sculpture, representing the interconnectivity of existence, created by internationally renowned artist, Murugiah
Absorb the magic of Diwali by immersing yourself in River of Light this Autumn.
Where?
Mann Island Atrium, Liverpool Waterfront, L3 1BP
When?
1st November 2024 5pm - 8pm
Meet the performers
Piano with Bhav is a self-taught pianist who's repertoire is made up of English/Bollywood covers
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