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byMehtab Ali NiaziPerforms at venues across Mumbai Metropolitan AreaStarts from65,000 Per Event (60-90 Mins)View full gallery

It is an honour to have my journey as a sitar player documented by platforms like Spotify and publications such as Travel + Leisure. These features are a reflection of my mission to make Indian classical music accessible to everyone.

I was honored to be the new face of ECHO, a Spotify India playlist dedicated to soulful sitar music. It's a great platform for listeners to discover both traditional and new sitar compositions.

A portrait from my feature in Travel + Leisure India. In the interview, I spoke about carrying forward the legacy of my Bhendi Bazaar Gharana and my new-age approach to classical music.

Another shot from the Travel + Leisure feature, taken against a historic backdrop. The article delves into the importance of circling back to your roots.

About Press & Features

Every feature, whether it is a Spotify editorial playlist or a travel magazine profile, represents my effort to tell the story of the Bhendi Bazaar Gharana. It helps me bridge the gap between traditional ragas and the modern listener, which is exactly the energy I bring to every concert and collaboration, whether it is a corporate gala or an intimate gathering.

Being recognised by platforms like Spotify as the face of the 'ECHO' playlist is not just a milestone for my career, it is a testament to the fact that Indian classical music remains vital today. My music is deeply rooted in the training I received from my father and Ustad, Mohsin Ali Khan, yet my performances often incorporate elements of jazz and global fusion.

Publications like Travel + Leisure have highlighted my commitment to this balance. When I perform at historic venues or modern corporate events, I use the sitar not just to play notes, but to narrate a history that spans seven generations.

This media coverage serves as a window into my world. If you are looking to hire a musician who understands both the sanctity of a sunrise raga and the dynamic flow of a fusion set, these features give you a glimpse into my creative philosophy. I view every interview and feature as an opportunity to invite more people into the soulful, rhythmic world of the sitar.

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Mehtab Ali Niazi

Performs at venues across Mumbai Metropolitan AreaStarts from 65,000 Per Event (60-90 Mins)

I am Mehtab Ali Niazi, a seventh-generation sitar player carrying forward a legacy from the Bhendi Bazaar Gharana. My approach is simple: I respect the tradition passed down by my father, but I also love exploring where the sitar can go when it meets jazz or modern fusion. I am grateful that my path has been noticed, but my favourite place to be is still on stage, sharing music with you.

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