The creation of the Berklee Indian Ensemble in 2011 brought Indian music into the heart of one of America’s most influential contemporary music institutions. Based at Berklee College of Music, the ensemble blended Indian classical traditions with global musical forms and introduced them to new audiences through performances, recordings, and viral online videos viewed by millions. Its success demonstrated growing American interest in Indian musical traditions beyond diaspora communities and helped legitimize their place within formal music education. A Grammy nomination in 2023 affirmed the ensemble’s role in expanding the boundaries of contemporary American musical culture.
