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Close Window Songwriter/singer Carrie Newcomer conducting a musical workshop for the students of the Happy Home and School for the Blinds in Mumbai, September 30, 2009.
Songwriter/singer Carrie Newcomer conducting a musical workshop for the students of the Happy Home and School for the Blinds in Mumbai, September 30, 2009.

Songwriter/Singer Carrie Newcomer performs in Mumbai

September 29-30, 2009

The American Center organized two concerts and workshops with American singer and songwriter Carrie Newcomer in Mumbai September 29-30, 2009.  On September 29, Newcomer performed at the St. Andrew’s College auditorium showcasing American folk songs.  The event was well attended by 600 faculty, students, and the general public, including members of the American Center.  Newcomer conducted an exclusive workshop for 40 music students later in the afternoon.

On September 30, Newcomer performed at the Happy Home and School for the Blind.  There were 250 students of Happy Home and School, and from the Bombay International School.  The program was followed by an interactive workshop with  50 students.