CELLO SPECTRUM
From Raga to Reverb: Hindustani Roots and Electric Loops
Thurs. July 31 // 9-10pm // BLUEBARN Theatre
A double billing of sonic contrasts and cello virtuosity. Experience a solo set of David Downing’s mesmerizing loop-based compositions followed by a soulful segment drawing on Jake Charkey's deep roots in Hindustani music. The evening concludes with a collaborative finale—two distinct voices blending into one unforgettable sound.
We’re also delighted to partner for the first time with Omaha's iconic BLUEBARN theatre on their iconic outdoor stage, contributing to BLUEBARN’s long-standing commitment to bold and original performances.
Outdoor experience on the green. Blankets and chairs encouraged.
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Featuring:
Aisslinn Nosky
Aisslinn Nosky returns to Nebraska Crossroads in 2026 as a featured soloist in the award-winning La Folia Global Project
Amado Espinoza
Bolivian multi-instrumentalist Amado Espinoza joins Crossroads for his debut appearance in a collaboration with Nebraska’s own Oscar Rios
David Downing
Returning for his second appearance at the Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival, Omaha-based cellist David Downing brings a fearless blend of classical training and genre-defying creativity.
Emmanuel Hovhannisyan
World renowned Duduk virtuoso Emmanuel Hovhannisyan returns to the Crossroads Music Festival for his third appearance.
Gabe Shuford
Harpsichordist Gabe Shuford joins the La Folia Global Project in his Crossroads Debut during the 2026 Festival.
Gunner Jules
Rosebud Sioux Hip Hop artist Gunner Jules returns to Crossroads in 2026 as part of the Dream Warriors residency and performances.
Jake Charkey
Jake Charkey brings his groundbreaking fusion of Hindustani and Western cello traditions to Crossroads for the first time, both with Sarafand and in a solo
Karen Becker
Karen Becker joins the Nebraska Crossroads Festival Orchestra for a second year, highlighting the fruitful collaboration between local and visiting artists.
Mic Jordan
Mic Jordan returns to Crossroads as part of the multi-year Dream Warriors Project, a collaboration with the Indigenous Hip-Hop collective, Dream Warriors
Mixed Harmony
The original Cuban band Mixed Harmony returns to Crossroads for a third appearance.
Rajib Karmakar
Sitar virtuoso Rajib Karmakar returns to Crossroads for a second appearance with Tabla master Sandeep Das during the 2026 festival.
Sandeep Das
Sandeep Das returns for his third Crossroads appearance with his virtuosic and multi-faceted music-making.
Tall Paul
Anishinaabe rapper Tall Paul returns to Crossroads for another recording residency & performance with the Festival’s Dream Warriors Project.
TONE
Minnesota MC TONE returns to Crossroads for another recording residency and performance with the Dream Warriors Project
Valeri Tolstov
Valeri Tolstov returns as a guest composer to for the 2026 Nebraska Crossroads Music Festival with works featured in multiple festival performances.