Anoushka Shankar performs the mesmerising New Dawn at the #BBCProms, from Chapter II: How Dark it is Before Dawn. The sitar superstar joins forces with conductor Robert Ames and the London Contemporary Orchestra to perform a newly orchestrated version of Chapters, her trilogy of albums. 📺 Watch Anoushka Shankar at the Proms on #iPlayer now: https://bbc.in/470fLjH #Sitar #AnoushkaShankar #SitarMusic #Proms #LondonContemporaryOrchestra #Proms | BBC Proms

Renowned sitarist Anoushka Shankar expressed devastation after her sitar was damaged on an Air India flight, posting a video on Instagram showing a deep crack on the instrument. She said it was the first time in 15–17 years that such damage had occurred and questioned the airline’s handling of Indian instruments, despite paying handling fees. Air India confirmed it is investigating the incident, including reviewing CCTV footage at Delhi airport, and stated it is engaging with Shankar to understa

One of the most memorable concerts of my life: The Concert for George is returning to theatres for a special one-night-only anniversary event on 29th November 2002. The concert took place one year after George Harrison’s passing, and included performances by Eric Clapton Paul McCartney Ringo Starr Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Monty Python Jeff Lynne me (!) and more. To find a city near you for this special screening, including a brand-new introduction from Dhani Harrison and Olivia Harrison, vi