Rajan Misra and Sajan Misra are renowned Khayal singers of Indian Classical Music. They hold the lineage of `300-year-old family tradition of great music masters from Banaras. Madhup Mudgal, well known for his Khayals and Bhajans, is a prominent name in the realm of Indian Classical music. He received the Padma Shri award in the year 2006. D. Raghavachari & D. Seshachari, popularly known as Hyderabad Brothers, form a renowned Carnatic music vocalist duo. They have been conferred a number of prestigious accolades and have performed in several esteemed concerts. Ustad Amir Khan was a renowned vocalist and founder of Indore Gharana. He was a stalwart of Hindustani Classical Music. Chakradhar Singh, who was also known as Raja Chakradhar Singh, named himself as a classical musician in colonial India. Pandit Jasraj is the prominent exponent of the Mewati Gharana of Hindustani Classical Music. He is a genius Indian classical vocalist to enrich the rich heritage of Indian culture. Deepa Ranganath is a noteworthy executor of Indian classical music who has carved a niche for herself in Music. Smita Bellur is an eminent Indian Hindustani classical vocalist who has crafted a niche for herself. Sudha Raghunathan is an illustrious Indian Carnatic classical vocalist who performs on Doordharshan and All India Radio on a regular basis. She has also been honoured with a number of titles and awards for her notable renditions. Bombay Sisters, the sister duo of C Saroja and C Lalitha, are Carnatic music singers who have established the Mukthambaram Trust for aspiring musicians. He was regarded as the founding father of present day `Carnatic music` also called the `Sangita Pitamaha`. Gangubai Hangal was an Indian classical vocalist of the khyal genre, who was popular for her powerful and deep voice. She belonged to Kirana gharana. Sumitra Guha is a Classical vocalist who possesses mastery over both the Hindustani Classical and Carnatic music. Papanasam Ashok Ramani is an illustrious Carnatic vocalist and an active member of the Papanasam Sivan Rasikar Sangam. Deepa Srinivasan is an eminent carnatic vocalist who has been the recipient of the Government of India Scholarship Pt. Mallikarjun Mansur was a classical singer in Khayal style and belonged to the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana. He received the Padma Shri award in 1970. Tansen was one of the Navratnas in the court of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. He has contributed much towards the development of Indian Classical Music. Rita Ganguly is a high profile Indian classical vocalist, who has dedicated her life to uphold the traditional repertoire of Indian music.. Pandit Ajay Chakraborthy, the maestro of Indian classical music hails his lineage from Patiala Gharana. S. Sowmya is a Carnatic musician who in spite of being a brilliant student of IIT stopped her doctoral study in order to pursue her musical career. She has performed at several esteemed concerts and has been conferred many titles and honours. Swathi Tirunal Rama Varma was born in the year 1813 in the state of Kerala. He made over 400 compositions in five various languages like Sanskrit, Malayalam, Hindustani, Telugu, and Kannada. Patnam Subramanya Iyer was a great Telugu music composer, who was honoured with the title Begada Subramanya Iyer by the Mysore Durbar. Malini Rajurkar is a popular Hindustani classical singer and her rendition in Bhoopal Todi, Pandu-Nrupati Janak Jaya and Naravar Krishnasamaan is exceptional. Prabha Atre with her unparalleled performances has touched the hearts of millions and created a special alcove for herself in the arena of Indian classical music. Pt. Vinayak Torvi is an eminent versatile performing artist of Indian classical music gifted with a melodious resonant voice. Over years he has performed in prominent musical concerts and has been the recipient of several prestigious accolades. Nithyasree Mahadevan is an established Carnatic music vocalist. She has also received several awards and titles for her remarkable contribution in the world of music. `Ustad Abdul Rashid Khan is the uncrowned czar of classical gharana of music. Kishori Amonkar is considered as one of the prominent singers of Indian Classical music. She performs mainly Khayal and also thumri and bhajan in the light classical genre. Devashish Dey is an Indian classical vocalist who resides at Varanasi in India. Shweta Jhaveri has been regarded as the first Indian classical vocalist who has established a music company named Cosmic Khayals, in 1999. Shweta Jhaveri is also admired as the youngest Indian classical vocalist. Anshu Thapliyal, a vocalist of Gwalior Gharana, has performed at several commendable concerts to her own credit and has received the Dehradun Ratna Award. Neela Ramgopal is a highly skilled Carnatic vocalist who has established herself as the most sought after music guru. He was one of the well-known Carnatic music composers of South India of 17th century. Satyasheel Deshpande is a noted Hindustani classical vocalist, author, researcher and teacher. Over years he has magnetized the listeners with his immense talent whilst making Hindustani classical music to stand with pride Kalapini Komkali is known as one of the finest Indian classical vocalists, hailing from an illustrious musical family. She has performed in some of the most prominent music concerts throughout the country. Shanmugapriya & Haripriya known as Priya Sisters have carved a niche for themselves in the arena of music. Chithra Ramakrishnan is an accomplished Carnatic music vocalist who has a natural flair for dance and music. Kesarbai Kerkar was an Indian classical singer of the Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana and was bestowed with the Padma Bhushan by the Indian Government. Swami Haridas was a passionate follower of `Nimbarka Sampradaya`, the major Vaishnava tradition and founded the Harisadi mysticism. He is renowned for his Vishnupadas in praise of Lord Krishna and Radha. Ustad Bade Gulam Ali Khan is one of the finest representatives of the Hindustani music tradition. He belongs to the Patiala Gharana of Hindustani Music. Pt Laxman Krishnarao Pandit belongs to the family of musicians and strictly follows the tradition of Gwalior Gharana of Indian classical music. Ustad Rashid Khan has been reckoned as an assurance for the future of Indian vocal music owing to his distinct and commendable singing style. He has been honoured with Padma Shri for his notable contributions in music. Anuradha Suresh Krishnamurthi is one of the rare talents in the genre of Indian classical music to possess the heredity of individual brilliance and natural quality of brilliance. A Carnatic music composer of South India, who was the first one to sing a composition in the Sarabhanandana tala. Pt. Kumar Gandharva was an exponent in Hindusthani Classical songs enthrals the audience while singing. His contributions to Indian classical music are of an exceptionally radical, yet unsurpassable quality. Indian Classical Vocalists in Modern Age have enriched the culture of India by providing some of the best musical compositions. They are not only the pride of the country but are also greatly honoured by the whole world. Vasundhara Komkali was a well-known name in the arena of Indian Classical music arena. She has created a niche for herself in the hearts of millions by her unique style of singing. She died on July 28, 2015. Shruti Sadolikar is an Indian classical vocalist belonging to the Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana of Khayal style. A recipient of Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, she has been acknowledged as the most aspiring new generation Indian classical vocalist. P. Unnikrishnan is one amongst the most sought after Carnatic classical vocalists. Apart from being a National Award winner for playback singing, he is also the life member of the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association. T. V. Ramprasadh is an accomplished Carnatic music vocalist and was a child prodigy. He has also composed music for several albums and has been awarded with various honours for his invaluable contribution. |