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Leicester, UK
Wrap, learn and wear a piece of Rajasthan.
The Rajasthani turban, or safa, is much more than a colourful piece of clothing. Its styles, colours and ways of tying have long been connected with Rajasthan’s different regions, communities and celebrations. The tradition of turban tying is recognised as an important part of Rajasthan’s intangible cultural heritage.
In this fun and interactive workshop, participants are introduced to the tradition of the Rajasthani turban and have the opportunity to learn how to wrap and tie one themselves, guided by members of the Rajasthan Heritage Brass Band.
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Step into the world of Indian home cooking and discover how simple ingredients can become wonderfully fragrant and delicious dishes.
Our hands-on workshop introduces participants to some much-loved Indian favourites, including chai, chapati, dal and egg curry. Participants can learn traditional techniques, explore spices and ingredients, and enjoy the fun of preparing food together.
We provide everything needed for the workshop, including the ingredients, cooking equipment and utensils, so participants can simply join in and enjoy the experience.
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Discover the beautiful and intricate tradition of Mehndi, one of India’s most recognisable forms of decorative art.
In this hands-on workshop, participants are introduced to traditional henna patterns and learn how simple lines, dots, flowers and decorative motifs can come together to create beautiful designs on the hand.
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Bring the musical traditions of Rajasthan to life through an engaging workshop exploring traditional songs, rhythms and vocal expression.
Participants are introduced to the rich singing traditions of Rajasthan and learn how songs have been passed from generation to generation through community, celebration and storytelling.
The workshop combines live singing, musical demonstrations, rhythm activities and participation, creating an enjoyable experience for children, young people and adults.
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Discover the colourful tradition of Rajasthani block printing through a hands-on creative experience where everyone gets to make something of their own.
Participants are introduced to the traditional art of hand block printing, learning how wooden blocks, colours and fabric come together to create beautiful patterns inspired by Rajasthan’s rich textile traditions.
Everything needed for the workshop is provided, including traditional wooden printing blocks, colours and cloth. Participants can experiment with different designs and patterns before creating their own unique printed piece.
And the best part — everyone can take home the piece of cloth they have printed during the workshop as a personal souvenir of their experience.
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Discover the vibrant movement, rhythms and traditions of Rajasthan through an engaging, participatory dance workshop with the Rajasthan Heritage Brass Band.
Our dance workshops introduce participants to the colourful world of Rajasthani folk dance through live demonstrations, storytelling, music and movement. Participants can learn about traditional dance forms, explore simple movements and rhythms, and experience how dance, music and celebration come together in Rajasthan’s cultural traditions.
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Experience the vibrant sounds and rhythms of Rajasthan through an engaging, hands-on musical workshop with the Rajasthan Heritage Brass Band.
Our musical workshops introduce participants to the distinctive sounds of traditional Rajasthani brass instruments, percussion and folk rhythms. Through live demonstrations, storytelling and practical activities, participants discover how music brings people together and forms an important part of Rajasthan’s cultural traditions.
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Bring the vibrant sounds, traditions and stories of Rajasthan to your school, festival or community through an engaging, hands-on cultural experience with the Rajasthan Heritage Brass Band.
Our workshops combine live music, demonstrations, storytelling and audience participation, giving participants an opportunity to discover traditional Rajasthani instruments, rhythms, dance and cultural traditions in an enjoyable and accessible way.
Each workshop can be adapted to suit the age group, group size, venue and event format.
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