Next Stage Arts is thrilled to present an unforgettable double bill of transcendent world music featuring Aura Shards and the Compass Trio on Friday, June 13 at 7:30 pm at Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill, Putney.
Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door, and $10 for livestream access, available now at nextstagearts.org.
Hailing from Brattleboro, Vermont, Aura Shards is a world fusion duo known for their immersive soundscapes centered on the Hand Pan—a mesmerizing, melodic percussion instrument. Fusing contemporary instrumentation with ancient rhythms, Anders Burrows (Hand Pan, Didgeridoo, Djembe) and Jed Blume (Hand Pan, Tabla, Djembe) deliver original compositions that are both rhythmically dynamic and harmonically serene. Their music invites both introspection and movement, offering listeners a rich, meditative journey through sound.
Sharing the stage is Compass, a genre-defying trio blending the intricate traditions of Indian classical music, flamenco, and jazz. James Labrosse (guitar), Tripp Dudley (tabla), and Galen Passen (sitar) unite diverse musical dialects into a seamless, expressive language. At the core of their work is a powerful exploration of rhythm—where ancient cycles and modern improvisation intertwine. Their name, Compass, reflects both a navigational tool and a rhythmic framework, guiding audiences through a cross-cultural conversation in sound.
This unique concert promises an evening of global artistry, spontaneous interplay, and soul-stirring music that bridges continents, traditions, and generations.
For tickets and more information, visit nextstagearts.org.