I am sympathetic to Buddhism, one of the world's great spiritual systems. I have not studied it deeply nor immersed myself in its many branches. But in Portland there are places you can do so. Nritya Mandala Mahavihara is one. They are from a Nepali tradition which includes dancing and live music. Tonight they host Red Gemini Moon, a North Indian classical vocal recital by Michael Stirling. Stirling has been a warm force in experimental and Indian music for many years. He has studied with Pandit Pran Nath and is a student of Maestro Terry Riley. He will be accompanied by Lieve Maas, tabla Kat MacMillan & Cameron Wagner, tamburas and Derek Ecklund, vocal assistant. At Nritya Mandala Mahavihara Dance Mandal www.dancemandal.com. 1405 SE 40th Ave 8PM by donation
