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The India House Foundation and India Community Center are set to host “SANGAT: A Musical Gathering of Spirit, Unity, and Resistance” on June 7, bringing together artists and community leaders to defend democratic values through cultural expression.

The event will feature a groundbreaking musical collaboration between Afghan American rabab virtuoso Qais Essar and Sikh American musician Sonny Singh, highlighting the transformative power of cross-cultural artistic dialogue. Their performance draws from centuries-old South Asian musical traditions, creating a powerful narrative of solidarity that transcends religious and cultural boundaries.

The event also includes a panel discussion on multiculturalism’s role in sustaining democracy, where artists and community leaders will share insights on resisting divisive political narratives.

For more information and registration, click here.

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