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Activity/Performance
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11:00am
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Punjabi Music videos
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11:45am
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Who are Sikhs?
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11:55am
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Festival Introduction hosted by MC Arrjun
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12:07pm
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Turban Presentation & Demo
Jaspreet Singh from Khalsa Gurmat Center and Vikram Singh (AmaSingh Magic) will take the mic to share the cultural and spiritual significance of the Sikh turban. Gary from Pagga Aale 22, along with additional volunteers, will lead a live turban tying demonstration, giving audiences an inside look at the skill, technique, and tradition that go into tying a turban.
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12:29pm
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Ardab Mutiyara Giddha – Dance
Giddha is a vibrant and energetic traditional folk dance primarily performed by women in Punjab. The dance is defined by boliyan, which are short, traditional rhyming couplets or folk songs sung in a call-and-response format. Ardab Mutiyara is an all-girls giddha group who trains at the ABC Dance Center, Seattle's Bhangra and Giddha academy since 2006.
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12:42pm
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Punjabi Likhari Sabha - Traditional live music & singing
Led by President Pritpal Singh Tiwana, Punjabi Likhari Sabha Seattle keeps Punjabi language and literature alive through poetry recitation, book readings, and cultural gatherings. Today, Canadian artists Billa Takhar and Gurnam Thandi will bring an authentic touch of Punjab’s musical heritage to our stage through the dhadd and sarangi (traditional Punjabi instruments).
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1:02pm
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AmaSingh Magic
Vikram Singh Khalsa, known as AmaSingh, has been amazing audiences since his very first magic act at a second-grade holiday party. Now with over 15 years of experience he has performed for companies and events around the world, including Google, Amazon, Netflix and more. He is also President of the International Brotherhood of Magicians (Ring 192) and a member of the Society of American Magicians.
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1:37pm
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Gurmat Sangeet – Music Instrument Demo
Founded by UC Davis students Abjot Kaur and Rasleen Kaur, the Gurmat Sangeet Initiatives (GSI) is building the educational infrastructure to preserve and expand access to Gurmat Sangeet, the Sikh tradition of Raag-based kirtan. By connecting students, teachers, and institutions through structured learning and community programs, GSI is helping ensure this living tradition is passed on for generations to come.
Alongside GSI are local community teachers and students of Gurmat Sangeet including Justin Singh, Amandeep Kaur, Tarsem Singh and Karan Singh.
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2:02pm
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Emerald City Dholis – Drumming Group
Emerald City Dholis is a Seattle-based dhol ensemble dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich tradition of the dhol, the iconic double-sided drum of Punjab. Through performances and education at ABC Dance Studio, the group shares the history, artistry, and cultural significance of an instrument that has brought communities together for generations.
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2:08pm
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Open Dance Floor - Drums
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2:19pm
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Break
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2:30pm
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Piano with Arjun
Arjun Syan, professionally known as Piano With Arjun, is a London-based pianist known for his unique ability to play entirely by ear. Blending Punjabi, Bollywood, and contemporary music, he has performed at weddings, private celebrations, and corporate events across the UK and internationally. His talent has been recognised by major artists including Karan Aujla, Jazzy B, Manni Sandhu, Lilly Singh, and more.
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3:10pm
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Remarks by SEVADAR Team
Founded in 2016 in Kent, WA, SEVADAR is a non profit organization focused on volunteerism, community service, and raising awareness about Sikh and Punjabi culture.
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3:25pm
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Ardab Mutiyara Giddha – Dance
Giddha is a vibrant and energetic traditional folk dance primarily performed by women in Punjab. The dance is defined by boliyan, which are short, traditional rhyming couplets or folk songs sung in a call-and-response format. Ardab Mutiyara is an all-girls giddha group who trains at the ABC Dance Center, Seattle's Bhangra and Giddha academy since 2006.
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3:40pm
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Mehfil'Aaley – Live Band
Founded by Steeven Singh Toor, Mehfil’Aaley brings young qawwali and punjabi folk musicians from across North America, built on the belief that a mehfil is a gathering you join, not a show you watch. They were raised in the west, but their hearts were shaped by the harmonium, the tabla, and the voices of those who came before them.
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4:42pm
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Baaghi Bhangra – Dance
Baaghi Bhangra is a premier, Southern California-based competitive Bhangra team known for their high-energy, raw, traditional folk style, winning first place at Bruin Bhangra, Back to the Roots, and the Big D Bhangra Competition. They're closing out our day, so clear some space, you will end up on your feet!
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4:47pm
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Closing Ceremony - Open dance floor
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5:00pm
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End
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