Professional Sitar and Zitar Sessions in Mumbai
From Bollywood studio recordings to live concert stages, I bring the versatility of the electric Zitar and classical Sitar to your project or event.
The official poster for the song 'Saanjha' from the movie 'Zara Hatke Zara Bachke'. I was honored to play the zitar for this track, composed by the talented Sachin-Jigar.
In the studio with Sachin from the amazing duo Sachin-Jigar. This was taken after I finished recording the zitar parts for an upcoming movie.
A shot from a recording session for a devotional song at Mahadev Studio in Varanasi. You can see the microphone setup used to capture the sitar's authentic sound.
With the brilliant music producer Meghdeep Bose after a late night sitar recording session. It is always a privilege to contribute to the projects of such talented individuals.
A clip from my performance on the TV show 'Saregamapa Little Champs', where I played the iconic zitar piece from the song 'Bheegi Bheegi'. Performing on a national stage is an incredible experience.
Another glimpse from the stage of 'Saregamapa Li'l Champs', showcasing the zitar in a high energy performance setting with a full band.
A side view from a live performance in Ahmedabad, showing my focus while playing the electric zitar on stage.
About this collection
Whether you need a Zitar track for a film score or a live Sitar performance, my work balances technical precision with a modern sound. I bring the same studio-grade gear and focus on clarity that I use for recordings with producers like Sachin-Jigar to every live stage I perform on.
My work is defined by the intersection of classical training and modern application. Having trained at BHU, my foundation is strictly classical, but my output adapts to the specific demands of the Mumbai music industry.
In the studio, I focus on sonic fidelity. Whether recording acoustic sitar for devotional tracks at Mahadev Studio or tracking electric Zitar for Bollywood soundtracks like 'Zara Hatke Zara Bachke', I ensure the instrument's texture cuts through the mix.
For live events, the setup shifts. I understand the dynamics required for high-energy stages like 'Saregamapa Li'l Champs' versus intimate mehfils. I have been fortunate to share the stage with artists like Shankar Mahadevan, Hariharan, and Pt. Ronu Majumdar, which has refined my ability to blend with orchestras, tabla players, and modern band setups.
I am available for:
- Studio Recording: Session work for film, TV, and independent albums.
- Live Events: Corporate shows, weddings, and festivals.
- Collaboration: Working with composers on background scores and fusion projects.
I handle my own technical requirements, ensuring high-fidelity sound for both recordings and live performances.
Hardik Verma
I’m Hardik. I grew up in Varanasi with the classical sitar, but Mumbai changed my sound. Now, I’m just as comfortable plugging in a Zitar for a film score as I am playing traditional Raags on stage.
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