Percussionist


Sameer Gupta
Sameer Gupta is a percussionist and composer whose musical expression draws on vibrations left in the ether (Akashic Records), traversing new soundscapes and embracing Spiritual Jazz, Ambient Rock, Indian Classical, and Electronic Music. He has performed at major festivals and concert halls worldwide, collaborating with artists such as Zakir Hussain, Herbie Hancock, and Marcus Miller. Equally adept at tabla, drum set, and world percussion, Gupta’s mission is to blend musical traditions and push the boundaries of improvisation and global fusion.

Sameer Gupta

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An incredibly popular annual jazz event, Indian Jazz Journey with Mahesh Kale and George Brooks is a captivating encounter between Indian classical and Western jazz musical traditions. Renowned vocalist Mahesh Kale, beloved for the intense beauty of his expressive voice, blends the intricate ragas and rhythms of Indian classical music with the improvisational spirit of jazz. His musical collaborator is George Brooks, whose soulful saxophone and deep understanding of Indian music create a dynamic dialogue between the two genres. Their melodies soar in unison over the rhythmic landscape of traditional Indian instruments and the Jazz rhythm section, creating a tapestry of sound that is both familiar and unexpected.

Percussionist

Kai Eckhardt

Events

Past events

May 11, 2025

Sameer Gupta · San Francisco International Arts Festival

Jun 23, 2024

Indian Jazz Journey · Indian Classical Music and Arts Foundation

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