Sumeet Sarkar on his Prague-recorded orchestral debut and finding light through sound

Emmy-recognised violinist and composer Sumeet Sarkar, who is known for his powerful work on Netflix’s Ginny & Georgia and Apple TV productions, talks about his first orchestral album, recorded in Prague with a full symphony orchestra. The album, featuring pieces like Journey and Fare Thee Well, marks a new phase in Sumeet’s creative evolution — one where classical creativity meets modern storytelling.

From streaming scores to symphony halls: Sumeet Sarkar’s transformative leap with his first orchestral album

“This album is the sound of reflection — of finding light through sound,” says Sumeet. “Journey has been part of my life for years; it’s a sound journal of who I’ve been. Fare Thee Well came to me during a transition period, when I was rediscovering my identity as an artiste. Both pieces reflect contemplation and rebirth.”

Born in South Africa and educated at Berklee College of Music and in England, Sumeet’s compositions draw from a life lived across continents. His music carries the emotional weight of film while maintaining the structure and grace of classical composition. “I’ve always believed that music sits at the intersection of discipline and emotion,” he explains. “You can be technically perfect, but if the heart isn’t there, the notes don’t mean anything.”

Beyond the studio, Sumeet has collaborated with Grammy Award winner Lili Haydn, emerging artistes like Carolena (Bluelis), and participated in Jacksepticeye’s Thankmas, a global mental health initiative. “Music has always been my way of making sense of chaos,” he says. “If someone finds peace in what I create, that’s the highest form of success I could ask for.”

Sumeet will debut the album at the Off the Dock Festival in Rochester, performing chamber versions of his orchestral compositions, including Angel de la Luna — inspired by Indian ragas and the cycle of the moon.

“This record feels like a homecoming,” Sumeet reflects. “Every piece was born from a different part of my life, but hearing them together now feels like they were always meant to belong.”

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