We are delighted to partner with Kiyafest in Kolkata to bring you an opportunity to participate in their Kolkata International Youth Arts Festival via a Global Orchestral Collaboration: "Mind The Gap": A world-class orchestra comprising 100 musicians from Kolkata who will be performing on stage and 70 musicians from the UK who will be performing on screen, led by the renowned Sarod maestro Dr. Rajeeb Chakraborty in collaboration with Milap (Liverpool).  This innovative stage 2 screen format will truly be the first of its kind. 

Suitable for instrumental players and singers from grade 3 upwards, flexible arrangements of pieces have been created for ensembles to rehearse and record their parts and contribute via video to the final performance in 21st June 2025 on a screen at the festival in Kolkata. 

If you are interested in this amazing opportunity Dr Rajeeb Chakraborty will meet with you the week prior to February half term to explain the project and the repertoire and any support you need to learn this, the music hub will provide.  This will culminate in a recording session in April which will be included in the final event. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for your students to collaborate with international musicians, learn from renowned experts, and perform on a global stage. Please contact nia@siowmusic.org to discuss this opportunity in more detail if you are interested in participating.