Educational Offerings by Temporal Taal Collective

Harmonic Confluence: Where Cultures Meet in Music is an exploration of cultural dialogue through the convergence of musical traditions. These 1.5-hour sessions provide transformative learning opportunities, showcasing the depth of Indian ragas, the improvisational spirit of jazz, and the emotive storytelling of Kathak dance.

1. Exploring Musical Fusion: Improvisation and Tradition

This session dives into the fusion of musical traditions, examining how structured forms like Indian ragas and jazz improvisation can coexist. Using select pieces from Harmonic Confluence, participants will analyze compositional techniques and explore how cross-cultural collaboration inspires innovation.

2. The Art of Kathak: Storytelling Through Rhythm and Movement

Join Kathak expert Dr. Sarah Morelli to discover how rhythm, gesture, and footwork tell compelling stories in this classical Indian dance form. Participants will learn the interplay between music and movement and experience a hands-on introduction to the rhythmic structures of Kathak.

3. Composition and Cultural Context: Crafting Meaningful Music

Led by composers Nabin Shrestha, Jonathan Epley and Amy Shook, this session focuses on the process of creating compositions that bridge cultures. Students will explore how musical storytelling can honor tradition while embracing contemporary perspectives, inspired by pieces like Journey to Narmada and Sonata in राग जोग (Raag Jog).

4. The Entrepreneurial Musician: Navigating a Global Industry

Explore the skills needed to thrive in today’s music industry with Anjan Shah, MBA, PMP. This session offers practical guidance on developing a unique artistic identity, building networks, and leveraging cultural diversity as a competitive advantage.

5. Visual Storytelling in Performance

Enhance your understanding of multimedia integration in live performance with this session on visual storytelling. Learn how imagery and projection design can complement musical narratives, using examples from Harmonic Confluence performances that pair serene landscapes, vibrant festivals, and iconic artistry with music.

How to Book

Bring these inspiring sessions to your institution to immerse your students in a rich world of cross-cultural artistry and innovation.

Contact us to schedule one or more of these 1.5-hour workshops, designed to spark creativity and foster dialogue through the arts.