Songs of Lalon Fakir: Searching for the Man of the Heart

Discover the timeless poetry and music of Lalon Fakir, an 18th-century Bengali philosopher-poet whose songs challenged caste and religious divisions through the belief that divinity lives within the human heart. This intimate studio concert features Chicago-based Bengali folk ensemble Ochin Pakhi performing a curated collection of Fakir's songs—a UNESCO-recognized tradition of the wandering Baul and Fakir minstrels of Bengal.

Highlights

• Live performance by Ochin Pakhi, a Chicago-based Bengali folk ensemble
• Expert Q&A and discussion with Pramantha Tagore (ethnomusicology, University of Chicago) and Molly Greening (Theology, Loyola University Chicago)
• Explore centuries-old oral traditions recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
• Intimate studio setting ideal for deep engagement with the music and philosophy

This event celebrates classical Bengali folk traditions in a thoughtful, scholarly context suitable for music lovers and those interested in South Asian culture and philosophy.