Indo-German Love Story in Music: Indian Classical Meets Global Pop

What happens when Indian classical dance meets Western percussion? In this episode of Beyond Borders, we sit down with Shivani Karmarkar Schürfeld (Kathak artist) and Tillmann Schürfeld (drummer & percussionist) to explore how love, culture, and music fuse across continents. From performing at the Beethoven Festival to blending taals with drumbeats, this Indo-German couple shares their journey of creating harmony between two worlds. We dive into the rise and fall of Indian classical music, the challenges of cross-cultural collaboration, and how personal struggles—including injury and pandemic hardships—shaped their art and relationship. 💡 Whether you’re a music lover, a dancer, or just curious about Indo-Western fusion, this conversation is a celebration of breaking boundaries. ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 02:00 – How the Indo-German f ...