Absolute Focus + Chris Votek

Part of the Hindustani Music Series

Cellist and composer Chris Votek brings his expansive artistic voice to an evening of cross-cultural chamber music, joined by the ensemble Absolute Focus. Known for translating the melodic and rhythmic traditions of Hindustani raga onto the cello, Votek’s work bridges Indian classical forms, Western chamber traditions, and contemporary improvisation.

Together with Absolute Focus, he creates a sound world where strings, melody, and rhythm flow in conversation—music that honors classical roots while embracing spontaneity and exploration. The performance will unfold in the spirit of raga: beginning with a meditative opening that builds into rich ensemble interplay and rhythmic dialogue.

Audiences can expect an immersive experience where East and West meet through intricate texture, tone, and form. Every note invites deep listening, tracing a journey from stillness to movement, from introspection to celebration.

Presented as part of Sierra Madre Playhouse’s Hindustani Music Series, this program highlights Los Angeles-based artists who are redefining how classical traditions live and evolve in the modern world.