Pushing the limits of jazz and Indian classical music to forge a fresh sonic frontier

Essence of Duality is a groundbreaking jazz-crossover band that skillfully bridges the intricate rhythms of Indian classical music with the improvisational spirit of jazz. Led by Hindol Deb, a virtuoso sitarist, the group reimagines the sitar’s role in modern music, blending it seamlessly into the harmonic language of jazz. The band’s compositions explore complex polyrhythms and modal structures while remaining accessible and emotionally resonant. With Clemens Orth on piano, Jens Düppe on drums, and Christian Ramond on bass, they push the boundaries of both genres, creating a fresh, innovative sound. Essence of Duality is a true embodiment of cross-cultural musical dialogue, celebrated for its creativity and depth.

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Indian music’s richness woven into the elegance of European jazz.

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When it comes to world fusion music revolving around Hindustani classical music, a template was set in stone by Shakti. But that template can be blown out of the water – as Hindol Deb, a sitarist from Germany, proves with Essence of Duality.” – 

Melodically and metrically, the classically trained Deb, educated in both Indian music and European jazz, subtly incorporates motifs from Indian music, skillfully downplaying their complexity, yet powerfully expanding the harmonies.

A fascinating and challenging experiment.