SAROD TRILOGY
SAROD TRILOGY
with Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Amaan Ali Bangash, and Ayaan Ali Bangash
Saturday, May 2, 2026, 7:30 p.m.
Sixth & I
An icon of Indian classical music, Amjad Ali Khan returns to the stage joined by his gifted sons and fellow sarod virtuosos, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash, in a rare and deeply moving musical encounter. With a lineage spanning six generations, the trio brings to life the rich traditions of the Senia Bangash Gharana, fusing intricate ragas with heartfelt improvisation and rhythmic interplay. Known for their global collaborations and innovative spirit, this family ensemble offers an unforgettable evening of musical mastery, cultural legacy, and intergenerational artistry.
“Amjad Ali Khan’s music speaks the language of the soul… his sons carry forward that voice with brilliance and heart.” — The New York Times
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This performance is made possible in part by the generous support of the following sponsors: Lisa and Gordon Rush.
Special thanks to the following lead supporters of Washington Performing Arts’s mission-driven work: Jacqueline Badger Mars and Mars, Incorporated; D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities; the National Capital Arts and Cultural Affairs Program and the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts; The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation; and Events DC.
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