Pravah: The Flow of Venu Nadam

Brahmastra Arts House is a trailblazing creative force dedicated to weaving music, language and culture into a tapestry of unity and innovation. Rooted in tradition yet boldly forward-thinking, they craft immersive live and digital experiences that bridge communities, generations and artistic disciplines—fostering dialogue and connection in an ever-evolving world. Founded by multi-award-winning artist Niranjan Pandian, Brahmastra Arts House stands on five guiding pillars: mentorship and empowerment, unity through diversity, storytelling shaped by sounds and texts, innovation in tradition, and cultural legacy and craftsmanship. The art house’s creative ecosystem thrives through a constellation of ensembles—Brahmastra Ensemble, Brahmastra Multi-Ethnic Ensemble, The Vamshika Quintet, NP Collective, and the Singhanagara Contemporary Orchestra—each a distinct thread in the fabric of their mission.

The Vamshika Quintetis one of Singapore’s first Indian contemporary flute ensembles, led by Niranjan Pandian. Comprising five accomplished flautists, the ensemble explores five-part writing to present Indian classical and folk music through the rich timbres of Indian bamboo flutes such as the bansuri and venu.

Rooted in the ancient tradition of collective flute performance, The Vamshika Quintet reimagines this communal practice for the modern stage. By blending traditional Indian musical elements with harmonic progressions and contemporary forms, the ensemble strives to bring the rich repertoire of Indian classical music—as well as the wonders of the Indian bamboo flute—to audiences across the region.