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SUMMARY:Do The Needful w/ Special Guest Lapgan at Old Town School of Folk Music
DESCRIPTION:About the Band: \nChicago-based music ensemble Do The Needful brings together a vibrant mix of Hindi vocalists\, Indian flute\, guitar/fuzz organ\, electric bass\, drums\, and percussion. The band reimagines classic Bollywood anthems from the 60s and 70s\, infusing them with a diverse range of influences\, including Indian pop\, Bollywood\, garage pop\, surf\, rockabilly\, ghostly jazz\, South Asian classical music\, and raw blues. \nWith a sound deeply rooted in retro-psychedelia rock\, Do The Needful creates a powerful and ever-evolving musical blend that is both forward-thinking and uniquely reflective of Chicago’s rich musical melting pot. Their latest album\, Goods Carrier\, is a dynamic collection of reimagined Bollywood classics that showcase their innovative approach to music. \nBand Members: \n\nVocals: Shruti Vidya\, Bindu Poroori\nBansuri / Vocals / Field Recordings: Sonny Patel\nElectric Bass / Vocals: Tyler Williams\nDrums / Percussion: Thomas Gaulkin\nElectric Guitar / Organ / Percussion: Jamie Osborne\n\nSpecial Guest: Lapgan\nChicago-based producer and DJ Lapgan is both an archivist and an artist. Known for unearthing rare and forgotten Indian and Pakistani music\, Lapgan revitalizes and re-contextualizes the sounds of his ancestral home and musical predecessors with layered\, rhythmic beats that traverse the Indian subcontinent. His music is an imagined history and a musical thesis—a bold refutation of British colonialism woven through a tapestry of beats. Lapgan stitches together samples of Bollywood and Lollywood soundtracks\, Tamil film music\, Marathi chants\, and flute-heavy Bengali religious music\, all while staying rooted in Chicago’s vibrant music scene. His work is a must-listen for fans of deep crate digging\, meticulous arrangement\, and drums that could inspire scholars. \nExperience the electrifying fusion of tradition and innovation with Do The Needful and Lapgan—a celebration of timeless sounds reimagined for a new era. \nFor more information\, please visit South Asia Institute’s website.
URL:https://saaccil.org/event/do-the-needful-w-special-guest-lapgan-at-old-town-school-of-folk-music/
LOCATION:4544 North Lincoln Avenue Chicago\, IL\, 60625 United States
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SUMMARY:Book Launch: Najma Heptulla in Conversation with Madhuvanti Ghose
DESCRIPTION:The South Asia Institute\, in collaboration with the Ismaili Council for the Midwestern USA\, is delighted to host the launch of Dr. Najma Heptulla’s celebrated memoir\, In Pursuit of Democracy: Beyond Party Lines. \nThis special event will feature a conversation between the author and Dr. Madhuvanti Ghose\, the Alsdorf Associate Curator at the Art Institute of Chicago. The discussion will be followed by a book signing and light refreshments\, offering attendees a chance to engage with the author and explore the themes of her inspiring journey. \nAbout the Author: \nDr. Najma Heptulla is a renowned parliamentarian\, a passionate advocate for democracy\, social justice\, and women’s rights\, and an accomplished author. With a distinguished career spanning over four decades\, she served as the presiding officer of India’s Upper House of Parliament for 17 years\, held the position of Minister of Minority Affairs\, and was the Governor of Manipur. A skilled diplomat\, Dr. Heptulla has played a pivotal role in advancing international dialogue on critical global issues\, including gender equality and women’s empowerment. \nShe is also the grandniece of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad\, a celebrated Islamic scholar and Indian independence activist. \nAbout Madhuvanti Ghose: \nDr. Madhuvanti Ghose is the inaugural Alsdorf Associate Curator of Indian\, Southeast Asian\, and Himalayan Art at the Art Institute of Chicago. Since joining the museum in 2007\, she has curated groundbreaking exhibitions and installations\, including the opening of the Alsdorf Galleries in 2008\, Jitish Kallat’s Public Notice 3 (2010–11)\, and India Modern: The Paintings of M. F. Husain (2017–18)\, among many others. \nPre-Purchase the Book:\nThe memoir is available for pre-purchase with your event ticket. Don’t miss this opportunity to dive into Dr. Heptulla’s remarkable story and insights! \nFor more information\, please visit South Asia Institute’s website.
URL:https://saaccil.org/event/book-launch-najma-heptulla-in-conversation-with-madhuvanti-ghose/
LOCATION:1925 South Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, 1925 South Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, Chicago\, Illinois\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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SUMMARY:Drone Stories Embroidery Circle with Sabba Elahi
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin artist Sabba Elahi for a unique communal embroidery project\, where we will honor the names of women and children who lost their lives in US drone strikes in Pakistan. This participatory event invites you to contribute to a powerful collective artwork that reflects on themes of memory\, loss\, and resilience. \nSabba S. Elahi is an interdisciplinary artist and educator with roots in a Pakistani household in the Midwest. She holds an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and has been recognized with prestigious artist residencies at the Chicago Artists Coalition\, Ragdale\, and as a finalist for the Mother Art Prize (2020). Through her work in fibers\, drawing\, performance\, and installation\, Elahi challenges dehumanization and cultural erasure\, weaving together narratives of identity\, community\, and power structures. Currently\, she is the recipient of the Jackman Goldwasser Residency at the Hyde Park Art Center and teaches in the Philosophy & Humanities Department at Oakton College. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with her thought-provoking art and vision. \nFor more information\, please visit South Asia Institute’s website.
URL:https://saaccil.org/event/drone-stories-embroidery-circle-with-sabba-elahi/
LOCATION:1925 South Michigan AveChicago\, IL 60616
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