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DHOAD GYPSIES OF RAJASTHAN -
'Times of the Maharajas' UK touring dates MARCH 2021 + workshops
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Award-winning founding musician and Artistic Director -
Rahis Bharti - has spent over eighteen years spreading the musical culture
of Rajasthan to a worldwide audience. The Dhoad Gypsies' brand new album Times
of the Maharajas takes us back to majestic celebrations in
palaces of the "Land of the Kings". With an impressive tour
history of over 110 countries including venues, festivals and performances
to Presidents, Queens and nobility...it is no wonder the Dhoad Gypsies are
known as The Cultural Ambassadors of Rajasthan. Witness seven
generations of ancient to modern music passed down through the ages in this
fascinating country.
Dhoad Gypsies are a collective of consummate, wise and
spirited musicians, vocalists and dancers of all generations. The
mesmerising, spectacular, fabulous show of poets troubadours, musicians,
dancers and fakir (fire eater) from the country of Maharajas. With six
musicians, one dancer and one Fakir/Fire-eater. The Dhoad Gypsies are
dedicated to gathering the leading figures of the Rajasthan musician
castes.
These are ancient melodies that were handed down to DHOAD's
musical director, Rahis Bharti, over several generations from his
courtier-musician ancestors, who would sing in the presence of Maharajas at
public events like births,marriages and religious ceremonies, or just for
entertainment. Sona ra button Banna celebrates the birth of a prince;
Dhanra Saheba ji the arrival of the wedding party, and Janwariyo (Romantic
Peacock) announcing the coming of the rainy season, a symbol of wealth and
the return of a lover.
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In the spirit of their forefathers, DHOAD honours the rich,
travelling Khan Saheb musical tradition – a musical caste and title given
by the Maharajas to the musicians of their court – in true homage to the
Rom population who left India over a thousand years ago. Rahis Bharti
Muscian & Founder is keeping Rajasthan's important heritage alive by
bringing it to audiences worldwide and has earned him a prestigeous UNESCO
Cultural Ambassador award in 2019. Rahis Bharti was captivated at an early
age by lively traditional music and dance, which became his life's work and
joy. He has been the guardian of authentic traditional music and dance of
Rajasthan for many years. Driven by a celebrated legacy and creative fire,
Rahis' work keeps Rajasthan's important heritage alive by bringing it to
audiences worldwide.
Rahis and his three younger brothers, Teepu Khan, a great
and virtuous tabla player and vocalist; Sanjay Khan, the outstanding lead
vocalist and harmonium player; and Amrat Hussain, a phenomenal tabla
player, are the heart of the DHOAD group. They are the product of more than
seven generations of talented musicians, having been taught the music of
Rajasthan from their father, Ustad Rafeek, and their great grandfather,
Ustad Rasool Buxkhan.
Rajasthani music is respected by virtuosos worldwide for its
emotion and unparalleled rhythmic speed and complexity. Times of Maharajas
is a vibrant dream that tantalizes the senses and transports audiences to
the country of the Maharajas, bringing them back to a time here the
forefathers played before kings and queens. 
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PLEASE GET IN TOUCH FOR TOURING
DATES, EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS, SCHOOLS PROJECTS : March 2021
Get in touch, contact gail@laughingdogmusic.co.uk
tel: + 44 (0) 7905 952 374
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GYPSIES OF RAJASTHAN
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