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trio and they performed at school concerts and assembly hall meetings. He was also the drummer in the orchestra as well as in a rock band in school. His exposure to a variety of genres embraced both traditional Indian music and
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21 April Johnny Kalsi was requested to open for a special concert for HRH HM Queens' 92nd
Birthday. This was also a collaboration track with Sir Tom Jones who sang "It's not unusual" to Dhol Drums.
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Foundation elite to lead in the Commonwealth flag together with ACM Gospel Chior at Westminster Abbey in London for Commonwealth Observance Day.
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