Bageshree Vaze

ABOUT

Bageshree Vaze

Bageshree Vaze is an Indo-Canadian musician, dance artist and writer whose work bridges classical Indian traditions with contemporary expression. Born in Pune, India and raised in St. John’s, Newfoundland, she began her training in Bharatha Natyam and Hindustani vocal music before studying with some of India’s most celebrated masters, including Guru T.K. Mahalingam Pillai and Kathak legend Pandit Birju Maharaj.

Music runs deep in her family: Bageshree was named after the Indian raga Bageshree, a raga associated with the inspiration behind the Beatles’ “Norwegian Wood.” Over a career spanning music, choreography and performance, her work has explored the intersections of Indian classical arts, contemporary dance and global culture.

She is the Artistic Director of Pratibha Arts.