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Joanna Mack

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Fremont, CA

Starts at $1,500

Travels up to 200 miles

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Overview

Experience the Magic of Live Sitar.

Elevate your next celebration with the timeless beauty of classical sitar music. I am a full-time professional musician dedicated to bringing the rich heritage of Raga to weddings, private parties, and unique gatherings.

My performances range from serene ambiance to dynamic ensembles accompanied by professional tabla players, sarod, or bansuri. I specialize in creating the perfect atmosphere for your guests, blending technical mastery with a passion for live performance.

Bookings are available worldwide—let’s collaborate to create a magical, memorable experience for your event.


Reviews

11 reviews

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Brian K.

November 2, 2026
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What a great surprise!

Joanna helped our with a somewhat short notice request and did an amazing job. She not only came extremely prepared but she was so talented. Joanna is as kind as she is talented which is amazing when you have someone front and center at an activation that draws crowds. We really appreciated having her with us and would gladly work with her again.

Hired as: Sitar Player


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Satya V.

November 10, 2025
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A Beautiful Highlight of Our Celebration!

Joanna and her tabla accompanist were absolutely phenomenal! Despite a delayed start due to parking challenges, they were kind, flexible, and handled everything with such professionalism.

Their performance was mesmerizing — technically flawless, emotionally rich, and so beautifully balanced that several guests thought we were playing a studio recording in the background. The special dedication at the end was a perfect touch.

Everyone at the event was blown away. Highly recommend Joanna — she brings artistry, grace, and genuine joy to every note. Thank you Joanna!

Hired as: Sitar Player


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Farhad A.

December 31, 2024
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I highly recommend Joanna Mack for any event performance

Hello,
We scheduled a Sitar playing session by Joanna during our son's wedding reception. She came with her Tabla player partner with all her instruments and equipment. She dressed accordingly to go with an Indian wedding flavor. She played inside the cocktail room while people were having their food and mingling among themselves. They both performed very well. All our guests enjoyed their performance while having their finger foods during the cocktail hour.
I highly recommend her for your future events.

Hired as: Sitar Player


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Steve R.

March 17, 2024
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Good Choice

Joanna is a very professional artist. Indian classical music is foreign to most Americans. Her explanation of the music, including details of the sitar and tabla, followed by a dazzling performance, made for an unforgettable night.

Hired as: Sitar Player


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Kat N.

July 15, 2023
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Top notch

Joanna was extremely professional and very elegant. They were beyond talented. So lucky we had access to them on this app. They are the real deal. I wanted to skip socializing at our own party and just enjoy the music. Wow!

Hired as: Sitar Player, World Music

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Booking information

Price range: Starts at $1,500

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

Insurance: $20,000,000 - As needed by your venue

What to expect

I play Indian Classical music accompanied by tabla and possibly a third musician. We may also be able to play requested songs. We play for wedding ceremonies and receptions, private concerts and events.

About

San Francisco-based musician Joanna Mack is a full-time performer and educator. With a career spanning global stages and a commitment to nurturing students of all ages, Joanna brings passion and expertise to every performance and lesson.

Joanna Mack began her pursuit of Classical North Indian Music in 1997. While studying Neuroscience at UCSD, she attended a Hindustani Music class with sitar virtuoso Kartik Seshadri, a senior disciple of Pandit Ravi Shankar of the Maihar Gharana. She had been involved in Western music since childhood but was immediately drawn to Indian music. Recognizing Joanna's inherent talent and drive, Kartikji recommended her to study in Kolkata under the now late Pandit Deepak Choudhury, also a senior disciple of renowned musician Pandit Ravi Shankar. That year, Joanna traveled to India where she fully devoted herself to the pursuit of Indian Classical Music under the guidance of Deepakji. She continued her studies with him in Kolkata from 1997 through 2005.

Joanna then returned to the United States, promising Deepakji that her dedication to learn would not falter and that she would accept the responsibility to teach the traditional values and ideas of the Maihar Gharana. Joanna is fulfilling that promise today. She teaches private and group classes and performs in a variety of venues. She was fortunate to be able to study under the now late Ustad Ali Akbar Khan and continues her studies with sarodia Bruce Hamm at the Ali Akbar Khan College of Music in San Rafael and regular master classes with sitarist Pandit Partha Chatterjee.

Past booked events

October 2026

28

Wednesday

Convention/Trade Show

10:30am - 4:30pm

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Las Vegas, NV

September 2026

12

Saturday

Personal Occasion

6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Sacramento, CA

November 2025

08

Saturday

Surprise

1:30pm - 2:00pm

•

San Francisco, CA

December 2024

29

Sunday

Wedding Reception

4:00pm - 5:00pm

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San Jose, CA

May 2024

10

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

9:30am - 11:30am

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San Francisco, CA

March 2024

15

Friday

Dinner Party

6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Sonoma, CA

July 2023

09

Sunday

House Party

6:30pm - 9:00pm

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Oakland, CA

April 2023

22

Saturday

Personal Occasion

3:00pm - 4:30pm

•

Hayward, CA

June 2022

25

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 9:00pm

•

Boston, MA

October 2021

29

Friday

Dinner Party

5:30pm - 7:30pm

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Elk, CA

October 2019

04

Friday

Wedding Cocktail Hour

6:00pm - 8:30pm

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Rohnert Park, CA

April 2019

19

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 3:00pm

•

Berkeley, CA

November 2018

21

Wednesday

House Party

6:30pm - 8:00pm

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Sacramento, CA

August 2018

17

Friday

Personal Occasion

12:30pm - 3:00pm

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Sonoma, CA

July 2018

21

Saturday

Birthday Party

6:30pm - 8:00pm

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San Francisco, CA

02

Monday

House Party

5:00pm - 10:30pm

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Pleasanton, CA

August 2017

23

Wednesday

Concert

6:30pm - 8:00pm

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San Jose, CA

17

Thursday

Dinner Party

7:00pm - 8:30pm

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Fremont, CA

May 2017

06

Saturday

Wedding Reception

6:30pm - 10:00pm

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Newark, CA

September 2016

24

Saturday

Anniversary Party

7:00pm - 7:30pm

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San Jose, CA

August 2016

20

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

1:00pm - 4:00pm

•

San Francisco, CA

May 2016

14

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

5:30pm - 8:00pm

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St Helena, CA

October 2015

03

Saturday

Wedding Reception

4:00pm - 10:00pm

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Santa Rosa, CA

September 2015

26

Saturday

Birthday (Adult)

6:00pm - 10:00pm

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Pleasanton, CA

August 2015

30

Sunday

Fundraiser

6:00pm - 8:00pm

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San Ramon, CA

07

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

11:00am - 12:00pm

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Berkeley, CA

October 2014

04

Saturday

Private Party

7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Half Moon Bay, CA

Influences and inspiration

Exponents of the Maihar Gharana of Nothern Indian Classical music including (but not limited to) Pandit Ravi Shankar, Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, Pandit Deepak Choudhury, Sri Bruce Hamm, Sri Partha Chatterjee.

Setup requirements

Protection from sun and rain