01Signature Show
Complete Avartan Setup
The definitive Avartan experience — instrumental opener, Baul segment, male & female vocalists, and a grand duet finale.
Starting from
₹1,50,000
Est. Kolkata · Concept by Karnajit Roy
THE SOUND
OF BENGAL
“Music is the highest art and, to those who understand, is the highest worship.”
A contemporary ensemble weaving Indian classical, Bengali Baul folk, world percussion and Western jazz into one restless, living performance.
TABLA·BAUL·DHAK·SAXOPHONE·KHOL·KEYBOARD·PUNG·MADOL·LEAD GUITAR·PERCUSSION·
TABLA·BAUL·DHAK·SAXOPHONE·KHOL·KEYBOARD·PUNG·MADOL·LEAD GUITAR·PERCUSSION·
/01The Ensemble
A living
dialogue
between
Bengal
& the world.
Avartan is a premier live ensemble that reimagines Indian musical roots within a contemporary global framework. Founded in the cultural heart of Kolkata, the band crafts immersive sonic landscapes by braiding Indian classical frameworks, rustic regional folklore, and modern Western orchestrations.
Known for explosive rhythms and profound artistic depth — curated by Karnajit Roy of the Farukkabad Gharana.
18+
Curated artists
5
Fusion segments
90'
Concert length
01
Our Vision
To position the rich, diverse musical heritage of Bengal and India on global contemporary stages — establishing a borderless genre where indigenous folklore and classical mastery comfortably dialogue with Western sounds.
02
Our Mission
To inspire younger generations to internalize intricate rhythmic mental structures, spreading the aesthetic beauty of Indian classical music and highlighting its scientifically proven benefits on neurological health, stress management and meditative mindfulness.
03
Therapeutic & Educational Outreach
Avartan pioneers social impact initiatives, utilizing Indian classical and folk rhythms to provide targeted music and speech therapy for children with special needs, including autism. Through workshops, interactive concerts and educational programs, the band inspires schools, colleges and the wider public to love and preserve India's heritage.
/02Founder Profile
Karnajit Roy.
An eminent classical musician, tabla virtuoso and percussionist — a senior disciple of the world-renowned maestro Pandit Tanmoy Bose, representing the rich lineage and rigorous training of the Farukkabad Gharana with profound artistic depth.
Media & Broadcast
- Zee Bangla Sa Re Ga Ma Pa
- Akash Aath
- Star Jalsha
- Hotstar
- Zee5
- ABP Ananda Online
- Anandabazar Patrika
- Zee 24 Ghanta
- News18 Bangla
- TV9 Bangla
Elite Achievements & Empanelments
G20 Summit
Performance & Cultural Representation
Government of India
& Government of West Bengal
The British Council
& Indian Council
American Consulate
International Diplomatic Performance
Japanese Consulate
International Diplomatic Performance
Russian Consulate
International Diplomatic Performance
French Consulate
International Diplomatic Performance
Sri Lanka · Bhutan
Nepal · Bangladesh Consulates
/03Performance Track Record
Trusted by India's best.
A distinguished track record of headline acts across India's leading corporate campuses, banking headquarters, universities and technical institutes.
Corporate & Banking Sector
Tata Consultancy Services
All Campuses · Gitanjali Park · Sector V
Cognizant Technology Solutions
All Kolkata Campuses
Infosys Limited
New Town Campus, Kolkata
Wipro Technologies
All Kolkata Hubs
Tech Mahindra
Sector V Campus
Accenture India
All Corporate Hubs, Kolkata
IBM India
All Campus Hubs, Kolkata
Capgemini
All Corporate Presence, Kolkata
PwC India
Sector V & New Town
HCLTech
All Office Facilities, Kolkata
ITC Limited
Corporate Headquarters, Kolkata
Bandhan Bank
Corporate Headquarters, Salt Lake
Universities & Educational Institutions
Kolkata Medical College
Annual Campus Festival
Siliguri Medical College
Campus Musical Event
KIIT University
Main University Campus
Bethune College
Institutional Milestone Gala
Kalyani University
Science Department Campus
Ramakrishna Mission
Rahara Campus Concerts
Ramakrishna Vivekananda Mission
Barrackpore Campus
Sodepur Vivekananda Math
Cultural Annual Festival
Barrackpore Rastraguru Surendranath College
GNIT College
Guru Nanak Institute of Technology
Kachrapara College
Annual Youth Fest
Shyambazar Law College
Cultural Fest Session
Saradada Kanya University
Kalyani ITI
/04Concert Repertoire
Compositions built on taal & tension.
A curated performance index — every piece frames Indian classical time cycles inside a contemporary sonic language.
01 · Instrumental Jazz & Classical
- Urban Rhythm ScapesTeental (16 Beats) · 4-4 Groove08:30
- Monsoon Blue NoteDeepchandi (14 Beats)07:15
02 · Indian & Western Raga
- Kirwani CounterpointKeherwa / Jhaptal (10 Beats)09:00
- The Raga SymphonyRupak (7 Beats) & Ektaal10:45
03 · The Baul and Beyond
- Baul Ecstasy — Moner ManushDadra (6) · African Poly-Grooves06:30
- Soil of BengalKaharba (8 Beats variation)05:45
04 · The Melody of Bengal
- Tagore Re-ImaginedShashti (6) · Contemporary Dadra06:00
- Bhatiyali WavesLooped Poly-rhythms · Free Form07:20
05 · Bollywood × Pung & Dhak
- Bollywood Retro-SpectiveFast-paced Keherwa & Swing08:00
- Pung & Dhak JugalbandiTraditional Ritualistic Grooves09:50
/05Show Packages
Curated for every stage.
Every package includes artists' remuneration, road crew, transport & logistics. Reach out for a tailored quote — we respond within 48 hours.
Flagship Packages
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02Cross-cultural
Avartan with Pung Artist
Baul, Dhak, Khol and Madol joined by the Manipuri Pung — a north-east × Bengal rhythmic dialogue unlike anything else.
Starting from
₹1,60,000
03Ultra Premium
With Dhaki Samrat Gokul Chandra Das
The full ensemble alongside Padmashree Shri Gokul Chandra Das and his celebrated Dhaki team — a living legend on stage.
Starting from
₹1,70,000
More Arrangements — Pricing on Enquiry
04Jazz × Classical
Avartan Instrumental
Drums, keyboard, lead & bass guitar, percussion, saxophone and tabla — 60–90 minutes of pure instrumental fusion.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
05Melody
Avartan with Male or Female Zee Vocalist
Instrumental opener paired with a featured vocalist from Zee Bangla for a complete melody experience.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
06Melody + Folk
Avartan + Female Zee Vocalist + Baul
Instrumental opener, a featured female vocalist from Zee Bangla, and a Baul segment to close.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
07Melody + Folk
Avartan + Male Zee Vocalist + Baul
Instrumental opener, a featured male vocalist from Zee Bangla, and a Baul segment to close.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
08Duet Showcase
Avartan with Male & Female Zee Vocalists
Both male and female Zee Bangla vocalists performing with the full ensemble — without Baul segment.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
09Instrumental + Baul
Fusion Feast of Bengal
The Avartan ensemble paired with authentic Baul folk artists — a rooted, spiritual celebration of rural Bengal.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
10Percussion Ensemble
Avartan with TalVadya
Baul, Dhak, Khol and Madol — a grand rhythmic celebration of Bengal's ritualistic percussion traditions.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
11Heritage
Senior Artist of Bengal + Avartan
A celebrated senior artist of Bengal fronting the full Avartan ensemble — an evening of pure cultural grandeur.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
12Heritage + Folk
Senior Artist + Avartan + Baul + Dhak
Senior artist, Baul segment and traditional Dhak percussion combined with the full Avartan band.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
13Star Night
Renowned Zee Artist + Avartan
A headline Zee Bangla artist performing with Avartan — premium television talent meets live ensemble.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
14Star Night + Folk
Renowned Zee Artist + Avartan + Baul
Top Zee Bangla artist, Baul mystics, and the full Avartan ensemble for a landmark evening.
Pricing
Available on enquiry
Senior artists of Bengal, Padmashree laureates & renowned Zee vocalists available on request — remuneration quoted separately based on artist availability & confirmation.
/06Featured Artists
Voices of Bengal.
From Zee Bangla television artists to Baul mystics from Birbhum and the percussion masters of Bengal — Avartan curates its collaborators for every stage.
Featured Vocalists & Baul
- Gourab Sarkar
- Chandrika Bhattacharjee
- Pritam Roy
- Mekhla Dasgupta
- Aritra Dasgupta
- Rishi Chakrabarty
- Tanmoy Biswas
- Supratik Bhattacharjee
- Kartik Das Baul
- Akkash Fakir
- Krishna Das Baul
Featured Senior Artists
- Anik Dhar
- Poushali Banerjee
- Piu Mukherjee
- Lopamudra Mitra
- Srikanta Acharya
- Raghob Chatterjee
- Joy Sarkar
- Subhomita Banerjee
- Ankita Bhattacharya
- Padmashree Gokul Chandra Das
Available on request — quoted separately based on artist confirmation.
/07Book Avartan
Bring the sound of Bengal to your stage.
Available for government & corporate events, college & cultural festivals, and international concerts. Quotation validity 30 days from date of issue.
Concept & Rhythm
Karnajit Roy
Farukkabad Gharana
Ensemble
Music · Folk · Jazz
Classical Fusion