Roots and Rhythm

A rare encounter between Japanese melody and South Indian rhythm.

John Kaizan Neptune

Shakuhachi virtuoso, Japan

Giridhar Udupa,

Master of South Indian ghatam

Experience a rare live encounter as shakuhachi master John Kaizan Neptune and ghatam virtuoso Giridhar Udupa reunite on stage for the first time in over 20 years — and their U.S. debut together.

California 2026

A limited series of intimate performances exploring the meeting point between Japanese shakuhachi and South Indian ghatam traditions.

July & August 2026
Southern California