Rahis Bharti
Dhoad Gypsies of Rajasthan: The Cultural Ambassadors of Rajasthan
Dhoad Gypsies of Rajasthan is a world-renowned ensemble bringing the soul of Rajasthan to the grandest stages across the globe. Led by Rahis Bharti, Cultural Ambassador of Rajasthan, Dhoad has performed in 119 countries over 25 years, mesmerizing audiences with the hypnotic rhythms, soulful melodies, and electrifying energy of Indian folk music and dance.
Composed of 8 to 10 exceptional artists, including musicians, singers, dancers, acrobats, and fakirs, Dhoad brings together artists from all corners and villages of Rajasthan, uniting their diverse traditions into a spectacular live experience. Rooted in authenticity and heritage, Dhoad revives the royal traditions of the Maharajas, transporting audiences to a time of opulent palace celebrations and timeless cultural heritage.
For the past 25 years, Rahis Bharti and his Dhoad Gypsies have become the only historic band from Rajasthan, tirelessly touring the world non-stop for 6 to 7 months each year. With unwavering dedication, they continue to bring the best of Rajasthan’s music and dance to the global stage, ensuring that the rich cultural traditions of India resonate across continents.
Their performances have graced royal events, global festivals, and prestigious concert halls, including for Queen Elizabeth II, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, French President François Hollande, and rock legend Mick Jagger. Dhoad has also had the honor of performing alongside Mathieu Chedid, the iconic rock star from France, creating a powerful fusion of cultures through music.
Rahis Bharti
Dhoad Gypsies du Rajasthan : Les Ambassadeurs Culturels du Rajasthan
Dhoad Gypsies du Rajasthan est un ensemble musical de renommée mondiale qui fait vibrer l’âme du Rajasthan sur les plus grandes scènes du monde. Sous la direction de Rahis Bharti, Ambassadeur Culturel du Rajasthan, Dhoad a conquis le cœur des spectateurs dans 119 pays au cours des 25 dernières années, envoûtant le public avec ses rythmes hypnotiques, ses mélodies envoûtantes et l’énergie électrisante de la musique et de la danse folkloriques indiennes.
Composé de 8 à 10 artistes exceptionnels, incluant musiciens, chanteurs, danseurs, acrobates et fakirs, Dhoad rassemble des talents venus de tous les villages du Rajasthan, unissant leurs traditions uniques dans un spectacle grandiose et authentique. Enraciné dans l’héritage ancestral du Rajasthan, Dhoad fait revivre les traditions royales des Maharajas, transportant le public dans l’univers somptueux des célébrations des palais et du patrimoine culturel intemporel.
Depuis 25 ans, Rahis Bharti et les Dhoad Gypsies sont devenus le seul groupe historique du Rajasthan à parcourir le monde sans interruption, en tournée 6 à 7 mois par an. Avec une passion et une détermination inébranlables, ils continuent de porter la musique et la danse du Rajasthan sur la scène internationale, assurant ainsi que ces traditions précieuses continuent de rayonner à travers les continents.
Des Performances d’Exception sur les Scènes les Plus Prestigieuses
Dhoad has mesmerized audiences at some of the world’s most prestigious festivals and venues, including:
Paleo Festival – Switzerland
Parc de la Villette – Paris, France
Formula 1 – Singapore
Hong Kong Arts Festival – Hong Kong
Nuit des Fouvière – Lyon, France
Opéra des Tours – France
Barbican Centre – UK
Glasgow Mela Festival – UK
Philharmonic Concert Hall of Cologne – Germany
Bozar National Concert Hall – Brussels, Belgium
Festival Pitic – Mexico
Fox Tucson Theatre – El Paso, Texas, USA
Mayo Arts Center – Morristown, New Jersey, USA
National Day of Dubai – UAE
Capital of Culture – Bahrain
National Festival Shilpgram Utsav – Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
Jawahar Kala Kendra – Jaipur, India
From WOMAD, Sziget Festival, and Festival Notte Della Taranta to the Olympic Games and the world’s grand theaters, Dhoad is a living heartbeat of Rajasthan, a bridge between tradition and modernity, past and present, India and the world.
Experience the magic of Rajasthan—where every rhythm tells a story.
Leur musique et leur art ont illuminé des événements royaux, des festivals internationaux et des salles de concert prestigieuses, notamment pour :
La Reine Elizabeth II
Le Premier Ministre indien Narendra Modi
Le Président français François Hollande
La légende du rock Mick Jagger
Dhoad a également eu l’honneur de partager la scène avec Mathieu Chedid, icône du rock français, créant ainsi une fusion puissante entre les cultures à travers la musique.
Festivals et Lieux Prestigieux à Travers le Monde
Paléo Festival – Suisse
Parc de la Villette – Paris, France
Formula 1 – Singapour
Hong Kong Arts Festival – Hong Kong
Nuit des Fourvière – Lyon, France
Opéra des Tours – France
Barbican Centre – Royaume-Uni
Glasgow Mela Festival – Royaume-Uni
Philharmonic Concert Hall – Cologne, Allemagne
Bozar National Concert Hall – Bruxelles, Belgique
Festival Pitic – Mexique
Fox Tucson Theatre – El Paso, Texas, États-Unis
Mayo Arts Center – Morristown, New Jersey, États-Unis
Journée Nationale de Dubaï – Émirats Arabes Unis
Capitale de la Culture – Bahreïn
Festival National Shilpgram Utsav – Udaipur, Rajasthan, Inde
Jawahar Kala Kendra (JKK) – Jaipur, Inde
De WOMAD, au Sziget Festival, en passant par le Festival Notte Della Taranta, les Jeux Olympiques et les grands théâtres du monde, Dhoad incarne le battement de cœur du Rajasthan, unissant tradition et modernité, passé et présent, Inde et monde.
Vivez la magie du Rajasthan—là où chaque rythme raconte une histoire.
About Dhoad Gypsies
Dhoad Gypsies is a collective of consummate, wise and spirited musicians, vocalists and dancers of all generations. The mesmerizing, spectacular, fabulous show of poets troubadours, musicians, dancers and fakir (fire eater) from the country of Maharajas.
With 8 to 10 artists, Dhoad Gypsies are dedicated to gathering the leading figures of the Rajasthan musician castes
Award Winning Founding musician and Artistic Director - Rahis Bharti - has spent over 24 years spreading the musical culture of Rajasthan to a worldwide audience. With an impressive tour history of over 117 countries including Venues, Festivals and performances to the likes of Presidents, Queens and nobility... It is no wonder the Dhoad Gypsies are known as The Cultural Ambassadors of Rajasthan. Witness seven generations of ancient to modern music passed down through the ages in this fascinating country.
DHOAD – Times of Maharajas
The era of the Maharajas was a time of bejewelled kings, opulent palaces filled with the finest art, and a rich cultural tradition of Rajasthan – the land of the kings.
The DHOAD Gypsies of Rajasthan take us back to these times, re-creating the experiences of the public spectacle of palace life.
These are ancient melodies that were handed down to DHOAD’s musical director, Rahis Bharti, over several generations from his courtier-musician ancestors, who would sing in the presence of Maharajas at public events like births, marriages and religious ceremonies, or just for entertainment. Sona ra button Banna celebrates the birth of a prince; Dhanra Saheba ji the arrival of the wedding party, and Janwariyo (Romantic Peacock) announces the coming of the rainy season, a symbol of wealth and the return of a lover. In the spirit of their forefathers, DHOAD honours the rich, travelling Khan Saheb musical tradition – a musical caste and title given by the Maharajas to the musicians of their court – in true homage to the Rom population who left India over a thousand years ago.
RAHIS BHARTI & DHOAD:
THE HEARTBEAT OF RAJASTHAN
A CHRONICLE BY PRIX RENAUDOT WINNER MARTINE LE COZ
Rahis Bharti’s extraordinary journey from the small village of Dhod in Rajasthan to becoming a global ambassador for Rajasthani folk music inspired renowned French author Martine Le Coz to write Le Coeur Battant Du Rajasthan - Rahis Bharti & Dhoad (The Heartbeat of Rajasthan - Rahis Bharti & Dhoad). This 180-page book is a tribute to Bharti’s dedication to preserving Rajasthan’s cultural heritage and sharing it with the world. Le Coz, captivated by Bharti's efforts to conserve centuries-old traditions, beautifully documents his life story, exploring his rise as a cultural icon and his mission to build bridges through music.
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