Maharishi Gandharva Veda Concerts and Workshop With Reshma Srivastava
Date and time
Location
Dalby Hall, Argiro Student Center
Maharishi University of Management Fairfield, Iowa 52557Refund Policy
Description
World-famous sitarist Reshma Srivastava will be offering three Maharishi Gandharva Veda events:
CONCERT FOR WORLD PEACE AND PERFECT HEALTH: Saturday evening, May 13 at 8:00 in Dalby Hall. Reshma will perform this concert with the theme to generate blissful and health-creating Maharishi Gandharva Veda music for the individual and for the world. Reshma will be accompanied by Fairfield musician David Hurlin.
WORKSHOP ON MAHARISHI GANDHARVA VEDA: Sunday afternoon, May 14 at 1:30 – 4:00 in Festival Hall. Reshma is offering a workshop on Sunday afternoon from 1:30 – 4:00 in Festival Hall which is designed to increase your understanding and appreciation of Maharishi Gandharva Veda. The workshop will cover:
- Notes and scales of Maharishi Gandharva Veda Music
- Learning to sing Alankars (patterns of notes)
- Learning the 10-beat cycle of taal called Jhaptal
- Effects of each raga and time of day or season it is most appropriate for
- Alap, Jodh, and Jhala (Different parts of a raga)
- and more...
This workshop will be different from her previous workshop last summer. And it is not only for musicians, but for everyone interested in exploring the Vedas and Vedic traditions.
CONCERT FOR WORLD PEACE AND PROSPERITY: Sunday evening, June 18 at 8:00 in Dalby Hall. This concert has the theme to promote the influence of prosperity for everyone listening and for the world. Reshma will be accompanied by Fairfield musician David Hurlin.
TICKETS
Tickets for the concerts or workshop are $20 each, or $35 each for reserved seating in the first three rows (center section). Discounted tickets are available for $15 each for MUM Staff/Faculty/Students, Full-Time TM Teachers, IAA grant recipients, and anyone who is retired on a fixed income and cannot otherwise afford the concerts or workshop.
Reshma Srivastava was born into a family of musicians in Allahabad, Northern India. At the age of six, she picked up the sitar, and has never looked back. Taught by her uncle Prof. Satish Chandra, an artist from Pundit Ravi Shankar's tradition, Reshma gave her first public performance at 8. She began broadcasting on the radio even earlier, and at present she is an "A" grade artist, with a Masters degree in music and several prestigious awards. Reshma has dazzled audiences with her brilliance in composition and charming interpretations of the ragas. She has performed not only in India but many other countries including Great Britain, Holland, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Cyprus, Turkey, Greece, Israel, Slovenia, and the USA. She has been honored with the titles of SURMANI and PRAYAG GAURAV which translates to "the pride of the confluence of the three holy rivers."
FAQs
Do I need to bring my printed ticket to the event?
If you have access to a printer, then please print out your ticket. They will be collected at the door. Otherwise, if you do not have access to a printer, we will have copies of all of the tickets and you can pick them up at the door before the event. (You can also display your ticket on your cellphone, if that is easiest for you.)
Do I qualify for the Student-Staff Discounted Rate?
The discounted rate is for MUM/MSAE students/staff/faculty and IAA grant recipients, as well as full-time TM teachers. And, if you work full-time for the Maharishi Foundation, or other organizations promoting TM, you can get the discounted rate. Also, anyone who is retired on a fixed income and cannot otherwise attend the concert can choose the student-staff discounted rate.
What is the refund policy?
A full refund is available for any cancellations made before the concert or workshop begins. Please email continuing-ed@mum.edu to request a refund.
How can I contact the organizer of the event?
This event is organized by MUM Continuing Education. Please email any questions to continuing-ed@mum.edu or call 641-919-0045.
Are there any scholarships available for the concert and/or workshop?
Yes, the MUM Office of Continuing Education is looking for volunteers to help as ushers for these events. Other volunteer positions may also be available, such as postering. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Mary Leete at continuing-ed@mum.edu or call 641-919-0045.