MOHINI DEY
Alvas Showroom1417 W 8th St, Los Angeles 90732
Mohini Dey leads a four-piece concert at Alvas Showroom, with Kwinton Gray on keys, Jonathan Mones on saxophone, and Marco Cirigliano on drums. Dey handles bass and vocals in a program of original compositions and virtuosic improvisations. The set places bass guitar in a leading role, moving through progressive rock, electro-funk, and world jazz while making room for lightning-fast slap passages, complex two-handed tapping, and Konnakol, the intricate Indian vocal-percussion tradition. With keyboards, saxophone, and drums around her, this is billed as a high-energy ensemble performance rather than a bass feature alone.
Described by the venue as an international bass prodigy, Dey has been named to Forbes India’s “30 Under 30” list and is widely recognized among the top bassists of the 21st century. Her playing is noted here for its technical range: rapid slap technique, two-handed tapping, and vocal percussion woven into the music. Her collaborative history includes work with A.R. Rahman, Zakir Hussain, Steve Vai, and Willow Smith, connections that point to the broad musical ground represented in this show. The evening offers a close look at an artist whose compositions and improvising put the bass at the front of the band’s conversation.
Alvas Showroom offers a rare chance to experience live music in a setting designed for deep listening and connection. The room seats 99 people in a small amphitheater layout, with chairs angled toward a low stage surrounded by vintage stringed instruments hanging on the walls. Every seat provides an unobstructed view and pristine acoustics, so every note and lyric reaches you clearly. The venue emphasizes artistry, hosting jazz, world music, Americana, and guitar-centric performances that attract musicians who value attentive audiences. There is no food or drink service, but complimentary coffee, tea, and water are available, and you are welcome to bring your own refreshments. Free parking and wheelchair accessibility add to the ease of the visit. The experience is focused on the music itself, making it a perfect evening to slow down and immerse yourself in sound.