Well, that’s something that doesn’t happen every day.

Last week, we had the honour of performing for the Princess of Wales, alongside our Artistic Partner, Rushil Ranjan, and Aakash Odedra. Songs of the Bulbul is a deeply moving interpretation of an ancient Sufi story about a captured songbird, a bulbul, which sings an exquisite tune before perishing from despair. It combines music, dance and the poetry traditions of Sufism.

The performance was part of a visit from the Princess of Wales, celebrating the culture, community and heritage of the British Indian community in Leicester. In a time when the world often feels divided and fractured, it’s important to remember the universality of shared human connections through music and art.

Here at Camerata, we celebrate music from every culture and tradition, embracing the diverse voices that make up our community. We are committed to being as equitable and inclusive in all we do, creating a space where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard. It was a real honour taking part in the performance of Aakash’s incredible work.

Thank you to all our partners, donors, and legacy givers who got us this far, and to everyone involved in making this happen. 

Check out the Princess of Wales’ Post below!