Pune-born Los Angeles Jazz Guitarist Varad Sahasrabudhe Brings ‘Flux Theory’ to Mumbai

Pune-born, Los Angeles-based guitarist and composer Varad Sahasrabudhe will present his acclaimed project Flux Theory at Bluebop Cafe, Mumbai, bringing together an ensemble of some of India’s most respected jazz musicians for an evening of contemporary jazz and improvisation.

Inspired by the philosophy of Heraclitus, Flux Theory is a reflection on constant evolution, movement, and transformation. Through original compositions, the project explores how music changes alongside emotion, perspective, and lived experiences, blending jazz, experimental sounds, and diverse cultural influences.

For the Mumbai performance, Varad will be joined by vocalist Maya Berezina, leading jazz pianist Rahul Wadhwani, bassist Shashank Das, and acclaimed drummer Gino Banks, one of India’s most respected percussionists who has collaborated with artists including Zakir Hussain, Hariprasad Chaurasia, A.R. Rahman, Shankar Mahadevan, Pritam, and Vishal-Shekhar.

Event Details:

Show name: Varad Sahasrabudhe’s Flux Theory

Location: Bluebop Cafe, Linking Road, Khar West, Mumbai – 400052

Time: 9:30 pm, June 26,

Band Line-up:

Varad Sahasrabudhe – Guitar

Maya Berezina – Vocals

Rahul Wadhwani – Keys

Shashank Das – Bass

Gino Banks – Drums

The performance offers audiences a chance to experience a contemporary jazz project shaped by international influences while remaining deeply connected to the artist’s Indian roots.