My Music Diary

Spotlight Of The Month Aftaab-E-Sitar Ustad Vilayat Khan The greatest of musicians, an epoch-maker, a visionary, Ustad Vilayat Khan was all that and much more. He occupies the pre-eminent place in the world of Hindustani classical music being a legend by virtue of his exceptional musicianship, matchless creativity, dazzling brilliance, superlative perfection, awesomely brilliant techniques and acknowledged mastery over the instrument. Combined with strong base of traditionalism, his own contribution had made him an authority and an icon of Indian Classical Music. Upholding the unparallel musical legacy, Ustad Vilayat Khan had musical blue blood in his veins. His grandfather Ustad Imdad Khan was considered as the greatest master of sitar and surbahar among his contemporary musicians and performed throughou...

Youtube Upload: Tribute to Ustad Vilayat Khan Saheb (Nagpur Guru Purnima: 2013) Raag: Hameer. Tabla: Anutosh Degharia Venue: Scientific Sabhagruha (Nagpur) Date: 21st July, 2013 Tribute to Ustad Vilayat Khan & Sri Ram Kirshore Bhattacharya (Grandfather).

Sitar concert @ Dadar Matunga Cultural Center, Mumbai. 19/10/2013. Anutosh Degharia on tabla. Photo courtesy of Nitin Sitarboy. Sitar concert @ Dadar Matunga Cultural Center, Mumbai. 19/10/2013. Anutosh Degharia on tabla. Photo courtesy of Priyobrata Potsangbam. Performance @Saptak, Ahmedabad. 20/10/2013. Sri Hemant Joshi on tabla. Photo courtesy of Debashis Guhaneogi Performance @Saptak, Ahmedabad. 20/10/2013. Sri Hemant Joshi on tabla. Photo courtesy of Debashis Guhaneogi

Sitar: Ramprapanna Bhattacharya Venue: Lion's Hall. Near Mithakhali Six Road, Near Lemon Tree Hotel, Mithakhali, Ahmedabad - 380009 (079) 26464454, 26466334 Date: 20th October, 2013. Sunday. 9:30 pm.; For details, mail to: ram_sitar@yahoo.com All are welcome.

Sitar Concert by Ramprapanna Bhattacharya. Tabla: Anutosh Degharia. Venue: Dadar Matunga Cultural Centre. Joshi Wadi, Matunga West Mumbai, MH 022 2430 4150 Date & Time: 19th October, 2013. 5:30 pm. All are welcome.

Sitar Recital: Ramprapanna Bhattacharya. Sunday 4th Aug, 2013, 6:00pm Gandharv Maha Vidyalaya Pune 495, Shanivar Peth, Pune.

Recent Ajmer concert grabbed news paper review with photograph on three leading news papers of Rajasthan (Dainik Bhaskar, Dainik Navjyoti, Rajasthan Patrika)

================== Brief Profile ======================================== Ramprapanna Bhattacharya – Sitar & Surbahar Artist Ramprapanna Bhattacharya is one of the most distinguished sitarist with international acclaim for his nuanced artistry and deep-rooted traditionalism blended with an innovative spirit. Trained under eminent gurus Sri Ram Udar Bhattacharya (father), Pandit Kashinath Mukherjee, and Pt. Arvind Parikh, he brings forth a rich legacy of Hindustani Instrumental music. With performances in various countries across the globe he has captivated audiences with his emotive renditions and intricate improvisations. His playing reflects a fine balance of melodic depth, rhythmic sophistication, and traditional authenticity. He is also known for his engaging lecture-demonstrations and remarkable efforts in music education. His students are spread across 135 cities across the globe. With inspiration from parents and immense support from family - Ramprapanna continues to b...