<img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/2016/nov/19Bryan-ernest.jpg" alt="" /> Bryan Ernest (centre) at a performance with his band at Tuning Fork
For a venue that's less than a year old, Tuning Fork in Khar has come a long way. Last night, it celebrated its 100th gig with performances by singer-songwriters Tejas and Abeineth (Abhineet Chandra).&nbsp;
A cosy performance spot that can accommodate only about 50 people, Tuning Fork is stacked beside other watering holes such as 3 Wise Monkeys, Quarter Pillar and Light House Caf&eacute;, all of which line a street outside Khar railway station. But, rather than be frequented for its culinary offerings, it is thronged by many a millennial for its stellar gigs. According to Meghana Bhogle, who has been programming performances at the venue for the last six months, Tuning Fork offers a platform to those who might not be able to score a gig at a bigger venue. &ldquo;These are the emerging artistes, the ones without managers or a large social media following,&rdquo; she says.
Bhogle adds that when they were starting out, they had to approach artistes to perform at the venue. &ldquo;Now that we&rsquo;ve made a name for ourselves in the Indie space, we have people coming to us and asking if they can perform here,&rdquo; she shares.
The sentiment is justified, considering Tuning Fork has helped jumpstart the careers of many musicians. &ldquo;Abeineth played his first gig here; others such as Lawntuba, Ink of Bard and The Easy Wanderlings were &mdash; so to speak &mdash; discovered here,&rdquo; she adds.
No monetary promise is made to the artistes. However, in exchange for their appearance, they receive recording time at the in-house studio. &ldquo;We also hand over all the audio and video from their gigs here, which they can use to showcase their talent,&rdquo; informs Bhogle.
Tejas, who has been associated with Tuning Fork since it early days, believes that this is very important for those who want a break in the industry. &ldquo;There is a vast difference between singing in the comfort of your home, and doing it in a studio or before an audience. With Tuning Fork, new artistes get a boost and a space in which to play.&rdquo;
<img src="http://images.mid-day.com/images/2016/nov/19Meghana-Bhogle.jpg" alt="" /> Meghana Bhogle, programmer, Tuning Fork
He shares that the spot never set out to be the next blueFROG. He adds, &ldquo;There is something to be said about intimacy. In a larger space (like blueFROG), it is harder to connect with your audience. A smaller place makes people want to shut up and listen.&rdquo;
Recently, Tuning Fork tied up with travel company White Collar Hippie by having four artistes play at the latter&rsquo;s campsite in Uttan. This shows the young brand&rsquo;s willingness to innovate. &ldquo;We also hope to open our doors to live electronic acts soon,&rdquo; says Bhogle.

For a venue that's less than a year old, Tuning Fork in Khar has come a long way. Last night, it celebrated its 100th gig with performances by singer-songwriters Tejas and Abeineth

Tuning Fork has evolved into a launch pad for emerging artistes

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For a venue that's less than a year old, Tuning Fork in Khar has come a long way. Last night, it celebrated its 100th gig with performances by singer-songwriters Tejas and Abeineth

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