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Saturday, May 31, 2025
8 p.m Concert

Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month 2025 with our calendar of live events, recommendations, and on-demand content!

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Asia Society Texas welcomes Hindustani classical vocalist Supriyo Dutta, Sangeet Mishra on Sarangi, and Aartik Banerjee on tabla as they weave a vibrant tapestry of ragas that bring life to the lyrical compositions of Hindu, Sufi, Persian, and Sikh saints.

About the Artists

Supriyo Dutta is one of the finest vocalists in Hindustani classical music, celebrated for his soul-stirring renditions and mastery across a diverse repertoire, including Khayal, Thumri/Dadra, and Bhajan. A versatile composer, Dutta has toured extensively throughout India, Europe, Australia, China, and the United States.

Trained by legendary icons of Indian classical music, including Pandit Ramkrishna Basu (Indore Gharana), Padmashri Pandit Vijay Kumar Kichlu, and Vidushi Subhra Guha, he is currently under the guidance of Padma Bhushan Pandit Arvind Parikh.

Known for his deep understanding of ragas and intricate taal patterns, Dutta blends tradition and innovation in his performances. His contributions to Indian music have earned him numerous awards and accolades, including prestigious honors from cultural institutions worldwide. As a student, he was a National Scholar under the Ministry of Culture and received a Gold Medal from the Governor for securing the top position in his Master's degree. He has also been awarded the Gold Medal by the Sarbo Bharatiya Sangeet o Sanskriti Parishad and received many other honors. He is an impanelled artist of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR).

A passionate educator, Dutta has dedicated much of his career to teaching and mentoring the next generation of musicians, ensuring the preservation of classical music heritage. His voice transcends cultural boundaries, earning him recognition as a revered figure among both connoisseurs and new listeners. Notably, Dutta became the first Indian vocalist to perform at the President’s Palace in Rome.

Performing Arts and Culture programs at Asia Society Texas are presented by Syamal and Susmita Poddar. Major support comes from Nancy C. Allen, Chinhui Juhn and Eddie Allen, The Brown Foundation, Inc., the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance, Houston Endowment Inc. Generous funding also provided by The Anchorage Foundation of Texas, The Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts, and Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas), National Endowment for the Arts, Texas Commission on the Arts, and the Wortham Foundation. Additional support is provided by The Clayton Fund, and the Friends of Asia Society, a dedicated group of individuals and organizations committed to bringing exceptional programming to Asia Society Texas.

Performing Arts and Culture Presenting Sponsors

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About APAH Month at Asia Society Texas

Beginning in 2021, Asia Society Texas has celebrated Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with the Houston community and beyond through a curated calendar of events for 31 ways to celebrate over the 31 days of May. Spotlighting the traditions, talents, and contributions of Asians and Asian Americans, the calendar highlights the month's key Asia Society programming, providing a platform to showcase local artists, performers, educators, and leaders who contribute to the vibrant, multicultural tapestry of Houston while also featuring staff recommendations for our favorite music, books, movies, and more by Asian and Asian American creatives.

At Asia Society Texas, APAH Month is an opportunity to celebrate and honor Asians and Asian Americans and to uplift their stories to a broader audience as part of our goal to inspire our larger community to better understand one another through culture, conversation, and connection. For information about sponsoring APAH Month and other projects like this one, please contact Saleena Jafry at [email protected] or 713.496.9939.

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APAH Month 2025 Calendar

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Past APAH Month Calendars

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2022: Highlights | Details
2021: Details

About Asia Society Texas

Asia Society Texas believes in the strength and beauty of diverse perspectives and people. As an educational institution, we advance cultural exchange by celebrating the vibrant diversity of Asia, inspiring empathy, and fostering a better understanding of our interconnected world. Spanning the fields of arts, business, culture, education, and policy, our programming is rooted in the educational and cultural development of our community — trusting in the power of art, dialogue, and ideas to combat bias and build a more inclusive society.