Billed as a “musical response to hate crimes,” a concert of dance and music starring Kiran Ahluwalia aims to create an upbeat curiosity and understanding of Sikh and Islamic life. Ahluwalia herself is an Indo-Canadian singer-songwriter with an appreciation for Indian music, Mali blues, modern R&B and jazz. Her grooves mesmerize, leaving listeners gladly helpless and receptive to her messages. April 12, Oakville, Ont.; April 13, St. Catharines, Ont.; April 14, Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre; April 17, Montreal’s Theatre Outremont.