Jayesh Malani will join the collective for the Mumbai performance

Sirens for Silence, Madhav shares, is more exploratory than performative in nature. They are bound by a vision to break the conventional rules of music. “We also share an interest in therapy and healing. We wish to delve into meditation through our performances; and through us, the audience can perhaps vicariously soak in the peace that we are feeling,” explains Agarwal, who tries to push boundaries of musical norms with his compositions. The collective is driven by the idea to embrace one’s whole self, even the unharmonious, chaotic parts. “Conventionally, everything has to be planned in music. But we want to create something that is alive and in the moment,” adds Kazziha, who tries to offer a sense of belonging to those who are dealing with grief through her music.

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During their performance at Si Bambai, the multi-cultural collective is encouraging participants to immerse themselves in their soundscape, which will employ techniques of breathwork, meditation, movement and vocal toning. “We are all going to be sounding and singing. I play the violin, Jayesh will bring saxophone, percussion, guitar [among other instruments]; Madhav is working with a live processing machine,” reveals Kazziha. Their vocals, however, create a language of their own, without words, as they use their voices as instruments.

Participants are encouraged to sit, meditate or even lie down during these shows

While performing at the intimate, baithak-style setup, the outfit hopes to weave an ambience, wherein listeners can tune in and explore different aspects of their own psyche. You’re welcome to relax, lie down, or meditate along. “A strong intention behind our being is one of peace. We’re sounding the siren for people to find peace in the noise,” Agarwal sums up.

On: January 7; 7.30 pm
At: Si Bambai, Studio no 25, 105, Mumbai Samachar Marg, Kala Ghoda, Fort.
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Entry: Rs 500