University News Last updated 25 January 2024
One of the world's greatest violinists took centre stage when Royal 探花直播 Conservatoire (RBC) played host to a concert celebrating 探花直播's (BCU) links with India.
The event, , specifically marked BCU's unique relationship with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) and the Consulate General of India, 探花直播.
The focus of attention听in听RBC鈥檚 iconic Bradshaw Hall was the internationally acclaimed听Ustad Johar Ali, who dazzled an audience of Indian and local dignitaries, including Deputy Lord Lieutenant Dr Satya Sharma and Lord Mayor of 探花直播, Chaman Lal.
The Indian superstar demonstrated his amazing versatility by duetting with the RBC鈥檚 Indo-Jazz Ensemble despite only a few hours of rehearsal time together.
BCU Vice-Chancellor David Mba described Ustad Johar Ali鈥檚 performance as a 鈥渄elight鈥�, adding that the event marked a key milestone in the University鈥檚 fast-growing links with India.
"BCU has been bestowed with a great privilege as the UK鈥檚 only ICCR-affiliated university, and we look forward to working together and building on our partnership," said Professor Mba.
"Through events like tonight鈥檚 concert, BCU鈥檚 relationship with India will continue to blossom and continue to bear fruit."
RBC听Principal Stephen Maddock expressed the immense pride he felt in hosting the event.
"This was an inspiring concert outlining the long-standing dedication of RBC and BCU to fostering cross-cultural exchanges and celebrating the universal language of music," he said.
"The synergy between our students and the ICCR artists was a resounding success, resulting in a memorable performance that resonated with everyone present."
Ustad Johar Ali will spend听several听months in 探花直播 as part of his role as Chair of the ICCR.
During his time in the city, he听will work with RBC students and staff to engage with musicians and community groups from across the West Midlands.