In partnership with HACS Harrogate Music Festival:

📅 Wednesday 1 July 2026
🕡 Starts at 6:30pm
📍 Spiegeltent, Crescent Gardens
🎟 Tickets: FREE

Before the enchanting sounds of the evening's Grishma: Indian Summer Soirée unfold, audiences are warmly invited to an engaging pre-concert talk, Insights to Indian Classical Music.

Chaired by acclaimed author and SAA-uk Trustee Barsa Ray, this special conversation brings together three eminent musicians for an illuminating exploration of the rich traditions, philosophies, and artistic nuances of Indian Classical music. 

Set within the intimate atmosphere of the Spiegeltent, the discussion offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from the artists about their musical journeys, the emotional language of Raag, improvisation, performance practice, and the living legacy of one of the world's oldest classical art forms.

Whether you are completely new to Indian Classical music or a long-time listener, this pre-concert event offers valuable insight and deeper appreciation ahead of the evening performance.

Please note: You must have purchased tickets to the 7.30pm Grishma: Indian Summer Soirée alongside a free ticket to the pre-concert talk in order to be permitted entry. 

Booth bookings include entry for 6 guests, a complimentary bottle of fizz, and guaranteed seating for the evening.

Kindly sponsored by Ogden of Harrogate.