Thursday, April 23 at 8:00 pm
$20 general admission, $18 students/seniors, $15 members
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Ravi Padmanabha - drums/percussion
Alex Glenfield - trumpet, voice
Ravi Padmanabha is a dedicated music artist and student of traditional sound, rooted in the study of ancient rhythms, instruments, and spiritual expression. Deeply influenced by classical and folk traditions—particularly those connected to meditative and ceremonial practices—his work reflects a commitment to preserving and honoring the origins of music as a sacred and communal experience.
With a strong foundation in traditional studies, Ravi explores the tonal depth and rhythmic complexity of many instruments, drawing from principles found in classical systems and indigenous musical forms. His approach emphasizes discipline, repetition, and deep listening—treating music not just as performance, but as a lifelong practice. He has studied with many Masters including Pt. Sharda Sahai , Pt. Samar Saha, and Pt. Pankaj Misra.
While grounded in tradition, Ravi allows subtle modern elements to emerge naturally, creating a bridge between past and present without losing authenticity. His compositions and performances are centered on resonance, intention, and emotional clarity, inviting listeners into a space ranging from reflection to estatic improvisation. Through ongoing study and practice, Ravi Padmanabha continues to develop a musical voice that honors lineage, respects tradition, and carries forward the timeless power of sound. He regularly performs with his brothers in Family FUNKtion and the Sitar jams, BPD trio and the 12/8 path band.
Alex Glenfield is an artist whose sonic landscape spans continents and traditions, a true cartographer of sound. With a PhD in Ethnomusicology from York University, his academic rigor underpins a deeply personal and globally informed musical practice. Glenfield's journey has led him through the intricate discipline of North Indian Khyal singing, the resonant depths of Siberian overtone styles, and foundational training in trumpet.
As a composer, his distinctive voice has graced chamber ensembles, full orchestras, and even contributed to major film productions. Tonight, however, we witness the culmination of his vocal explorations: a captivating style that seamlessly fuses the ancient power of overtone singing with the nuanced expressions of Hindustani classical voice, the improvisational spirit of jazz, and the reflective textures of minimalism.
Beyond performance, Alex dedicates his profound understanding of sound to human well-being as a music therapist, specializing in trauma release through a technique of his own design: Vocal Rhythmic Somatic Experiencing (VRSE). This holistic approach imbues his music with a metacognitive depth, offering not just a listening experience, but an invitation to explore the transformative potential of voice.
Hallwalls Music Program is made possible through public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency, and a generous grant from the Cullen Foundation https://www.thecullenfoundation.org/
