Music for Peace: Akhil Joanputra & Tihāī Ensemble - Indian Classical Concert

Join us for an evening of Indian classical music at the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga.

Vocalist Akhil Jobanputra, joined by the Tihāī Ensemble, will present a concert rooted in the living traditions of Hindustani music. Through expansive rāgas, intricate rhythms, and spontaneous improvisation, the musicians create an immersive listening experience that unfolds slowly and meditatively.

Whether you are familiar with Indian classical music or hearing it for the first time, this is a unique opportunity to experience the depth and beauty of this tradition in an intimate setting.

📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026

⏰ Doors open at 6:30, Concert begins at 7:00 pm

📍 Pond Dome, Salt Spring Centre of Yoga

🎟️ Tickets $40. This is a ticketed fundraiser, and guests are welcome to contribute more if they are able. Proceeds directly support the artist and help sustain the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga’s programs in music, yoga and contemplative arts | Limited seating

The Artists

Akhil Jobanputra – Vocal

Akhil Jobanputra is a young vocalist, educator, and curator of Indian classical music. Featured as one of CBC’s “30 under 30” Canadian classical musicians (2024), he performs internationally and studies under Dr. Pandit Arun Dravid and Pandit Arijit Mahalanabis.

His music spans several traditions of Hindustani vocal music, including Dhrupad and Khayal, combining deep lineage with expressive improvisation.

Tihāī Ensemble

The Tihāī Ensemble is a Hindustani music group based in the Greater Vancouver region featuring:

• Akhil Jobanputra – vocal
• Mohan Bhide – harmonium
• Hriday Buddhdev – tabla and pakhavaj

Their performances explore the dynamic interplay of melody, rhythm, and poetry, gradually building toward an emotional crescendo through improvisation.

Listen to the ensemble

https://youtu.be/-W8r6CRdDQ8?si=jQLAOXYHve0NcLJO

Why This Concert Is Special

•  Accessible for first-time listeners — no background in Indian classical music required
•  Music that aligns with meditation, consciousness, and inner listening
•  A fundraiser supporting the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga’s mission and programs

This is not a concert you simply attend it is an experience you enter.

Tickets & Support

Advance registration is strongly recommended.

By attending, you are supporting the Centre’s dedication to preserving contemplative arts, sacred music, and spaces that nourish inner life.