Southern California Tamil Manram Presents

Celluloid Candlelight Concert

SPOORTHI RAO Live in Los Angeles

Accompanied by Vishwas Hari in Mandolin and Hariharan S in Mridangam

PAMPA Studios presents Spoorthi Rao musical concert 2026 USA

This performance will be on the selected gems of Tamil film music and will feature a beautiful blend of Indian vocal artistry and mandolin, creating an experience that bridges tradition and innovation. Spoorthi, a talented and versatile vocalist, is well-versed in a wide range of styles including Indian classical music, bhajans, devaranamas and classic move songs. She is fluent in singing in multiple languages, including Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi. She is a child prodigy and has garnered over 30 million views for her singing on YouTube and has over 220K followers on Facebook. Her music is deeply rooted in traditional ragas and intricate melodic expressions, reflecting both technical mastery and emotional depth.

Accompanying her will be Viswas on the mandolin, who brings a unique dimension to the music. While the mandolin is often associated with Western genres, Viswas performs Indian classical music on the instrument an uncommon and captivating approach. His ability to adapt the subtleties of ragas and gamakas (ornamentations) to the mandolin adds

depth, texture, and a fresh perspective to the traditional soundscape.

Adding to this vibrant ensemble, S. Hariharan on the mridangam will provide rhythmic brilliance and structure, enriching the performance with dynamic tala patterns and engaging improvisations. His artistry will create a seamless dialogue between melody and rhythm, elevating the overall energy of the show.

Together, the trio will deliver an enchanting musical experience a soulful journey that celebrates the richness, versatility, and emotional power of Indian music through voice, string, and rhythm.

Spoorthi Rao - Singer
Vishwas Hari - Mandolin Artiste
S. Hariharan - Mridangam artist

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