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ROOPA IN FLUX

ROOPA IN FLUX brings the rich Carnatic (South Indian classical) vocal tradition in conversation with virtuosos of jazz, R&B/Soul and free improv. Roopa in Flux uses highly diverse repertoire, energetic improvisation, emotional depth, humor, and storytelling, to celebrate the power of individual expression and community. The ensemble has performed in venues such as SFJazz, Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, and Joe’s Pub, and spreads radical joy in niche and mainstream cultural spaces.

Roopa in Flux

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Carnatic · Indian Classical · Jazz · R&B/Soul · Free Improv · Experimental · Theater · Avante Garde
Vocal · Piano · Violin · Drumkit + Mridangam · Bass
Duo Trio · Quartet · Large Ensemble
20 minutes — 2 hours
Indian Classical Music: Intro, Theory, Vocal · Improvisational Methods · Cross-Cultural Collaboration · Children/Adults

"Witnessing Roopa in Flux was a Carnatic-global journey! Together, the audience swayed along, led by the incredible Indian classical-crossover vocalist as our tour guide while she collaborated with her deft ensemble in jazz, soul, improv, and world traditions...what a marvelous treat to be a part of."

The Cedar, Minneapolis
"Joe’s Pub was sold out and packed the night of her show; you could feel the electric pulse of the room, with the crowd erupting from the moment she stepped on stage."

Alex Knowlton, Joe’s Pub
"Mahadevan's virtuosic voice navigates a panoply of complex scales and rhythms with startling ease. Any fans of driving beats and airtight ensemble cohesion..,will be rewarded with an electrifying listening experience."

Christopher Tin, Grammy Award-Winning Classical Composer

Roopa in Flux

"Joe’s Pub was sold out and packed the night of her show; you could feel the electric pulse of the room, with the crowd erupting from the moment she stepped on stage."

"Mahadevan's virtuosic voice navigates a panoply of complex scales and rhythms with startling ease. Any fans of driving beats and airtight ensemble cohesion..,will be rewarded with an electrifying listening experience."