By Tate Papworth
A Brimbank local is hoping to take audiences on a musical adventure that could change a child’s life.
Sunshine’s Jagdeep Shergill, a lawyer by trade, will play the tablas for Vedic Vibe at this year’s Fringe Festival. Mr Shergill has played the instrument for more than 20 years.
“I started learning the instrument when I was 12 and I genuinely can’t remember a time where I wasn’t a drummer,” he said.
“My teacher not only taught me how to play the instrument, but gave me great life advice along the way – it’s shaped the person I am today.”
Mr Shergill and his group Vedic Vibe are encouraging audiences to take part in soul-nourishing chants, connect with deeper parts of themselves and help find a cure for children suffering from type 1 diabetes at the upcoming Fringe Festival.
The three-hour performance is billed as an experiential journey into yourself through live music, dance, poetry, and chanting in Sanskrit, English and Gurmukhi.
The group comprises of 15 musicians, who will play a mix of eastern and western instruments including the sitar, harmonium, cello, oud, tablas, guitar, darbouka, bass guitar and tamboura to produce the sounds of ancient India in a creative and modern form.
Mr Shergill said the evening was a good opportunity to enjoy some music and support the cause.
“At the centre of all this we’re raising money for juvenile diabetes, so any support would be great,” he said.
The show will be held on Saturday, September 15 from 6.30pm at the Good Shepherd Chapel, Abbotsford Convent.
Details: www.melbournefringe.com.au
