Meet The Artists

Babeeta Chhabra

Babeeta is a UK-born singer-songwriter and poet of Indian descent whose work—spanning healthcare, wellness, and the arts—blends melodies from the East and West. She likes to refer to herself as a global citizen, having lived and worked in Canada, Japan, India, Germany, and France. Trained as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist and Sri Sri Yoga teacher, she inspires others toward healthier, happier living. Babeeta is also an author, dancer, and founder of Nataraja Wellness and its initiative, “Artists for Peace.” Now based in White Rock, BC, she uses teaching, writing, and the performing arts to promote universal human values: peace, love, joy, truth, beauty, and compassion.

Amarjeet Singh

Amarjeet Singh, founder of Naad Arts Centre, holds a Master’s in Music and is an accomplished tabla performer. He trained under his brother Deedar Singh and Guru Shri Thakur Kishan Singh Ji of the Benaras Gharana. As a Cultural Ambassador for the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, he taught and performed in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, and later joined the Faculty of Music and Fine Arts at the University of Delhi. Singh has received several awards, including the Sangeet Bhushan, Leadership Circle,Heritage Defender and the Innovation in the Arts Award, and was nominated for the Mayor’s Arts Award in Surrey in 2023.

Nori Akagi

A North-Vancouver based musician plays multiple instruments, songwriter, collaborator, music healer, and actor. He is well known as a Japanese traditional instrument ’WADAIKO/Taiko drum’ performer, and he plays his uniquely assorted WADAIKO set in the solo, duo, trio, and group settings with absolutely free spirit. He also offers ‘IYASHI ~ Deep Healing guided meditation & vibration bath’ on the regular bases to support the community raising its collective vibrational frequencies and spread ‘Love & Gratitude’ energy to the world

Rattan Prakash Singh

Rattan Prakash Singh is an emerging sitar player based in Surrey, BC. He continues to refine his craft under the guidance of esteemed sitarist Sharanjeet Singh Mand. Rattan’s playing brings the rich sounds of Indian classical music to life. His performances aim to transport listeners into the meditative and timeless world of the sitar.

Varun Muraleedharan Nair

Indian classical and fusion violinist with a strong foundation in Carnatic classical music, trained for eight years at Mumbai Fine Arts under Guru Ramachandra Sharma Ji. With over 150 performances, brings a unique touch by blending intricate Carnatic techniques into diverse genres like pop, fusion, classical, rock, and blues. Passionate about bridging tradition and modernity, creating a distinctive sound that resonates across cultures.

Currently based in South Vancouver, Canada, actively performing and teaching Indian classical violin. Dedicated to preserving the essence of Carnatic music while exploring new creative possibilities, inspiring students and audiences alike through dynamic performances and mentorship.

Tomo Nakazato

Tomo is a musician-horticulturist whose soul resonates with the rhythms of nature and the harmony of community. His passions are deeply rooted in horticulture, a commitment to mental well-being, and a dedication to environmental protection and peace. Through Artists For Peace, Tomo seeks to cultivate seeds of hope and inspire a world where nature and humanity thrive together.

Clayton Williams

Clayton finds his deepest purpose in inspiration, a value as archaic and ancient as humanity itself. For him, inspiration is more than a spark; it’s the lifeblood of creation, the foundation of every feeling beneath his ideas. With each thought, he seeks to honor this primal force, uncovering new depths of meaning and expression. Clayton’s work is a journey into the emotional landscapes within him, fueled by a respect for the timeless essence of his cultural heritage. Through his creative pursuits, he gives life to ideas that resonate, drawing others into the richness of the human experience he values so deeply.

Kartik Lal

Kartik is a music healer and meditation teacher who channels over 12 years of spiritual practice into every note he sings. By profession, he’s a data scientist — but at heart, a seeker and a bringer of peace. Kartik’s performances blend soulful vocals with acoustic guitar, weaving together Western peace anthems and ancient Eastern chants into a harmonious journey. His music isn’t just heard — it’s felt, gently guiding listeners inward to a place of calm and connection.

Amarpreet Chhina

Amarpreet (Amar) is a creative being on a journey to inspire and be inspired. A professional art therapist and Canadian Certified Counsellor, Amar is guided by music, energy, and the wisdom of nature, engaging in live painting as an act of surrender, creation, and connection.

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