Indian Classical Explorations

My approach to Indian classical music is defined by my roots in the Banaras Gharana and my PhD training from BHU. While my YouTube and Instagram showcases feature solo improvisations in Raags like Kedar, Charukeshi, and Hameer, my professional work goes deeper than just performance.

The Process

When you book a session for a film score, web series, or album, I treat the instrument as a voice. I don't just provide a generic 'sitar track'. I work with the specific scale of your composition to ensure the microtones (shrutis) are accurate to the Raag, but also adapted to fit modern recording standards.

Why the PhD Matters

It isn't about the degree on the wall, but the years spent understanding the grammar of Indian classical music. This allows me to improvise on the spot during studio sessions without needing a fully written score. If you need a specific emotion—longing, joy, or suspense—I can call upon the appropriate Raag and play it with the technical precision required for professional broadcast quality.

For Your Project

Whether you are looking for:

• Authentic Alap/Jod for a film score: Creating atmosphere through traditional structures.
• Devotional recordings: Pure, clean sitar lines for yoga, meditation, or devotional albums.
• Fusion textures: Using the electric Zitar to cut through dense modern arrangements.

I bring the same rigor to every take. You get dry and wet WAV stems, allowing your mixing engineer full control. I am based in Mumbai but travel across India for sessions that require that specific, traditional sound.