Explanation: Abdul Karim Khan and Sawai Gandharva were two of the legendary Indian classical vocalists, and they are known as the founders of the Kirana gharana. Performances by these two legends ...

Discover who Pandit Bhimsen Joshi was. Learn about his biography, music career, Bharat Ratna award, education, legacy and why ...

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Dharwad: Bharat Ratna Pandit Bhimsen Joshi, who rose from humble beginnings to become a towering figure in Indian classical ...

Charles Correa’s Kala Academy escaped demolition but was nearly undone by a years-long renovation. ‘You shut us out of our space, changed our stage—someone needs to answer for this.’ ...

Readers discuss ways to rescue the industry. To the Editor: Re “Stop Mutilating Classical Music to Sell It to Kids,” by Evan Shinners (Opinion guest essay, Jan. 23): Mr. Shinners’s essay makes an ...

People from Newari community in traditional attire take part in a parade with offerings to celebrate the Bhimsen Puja festival in Lalitpur, Nepal, Jan. 30, 2026. (Photo by Hari Maharjan/Xinhua) People ...

On his death anniversary on January 24, the country is honoring one of India's most respected musical icons, the renowned Hindustani classical vocalist Pandit Bhimsen Gururaj Joshi. A pillar of the ...

Fifteen years have passed since Pandit Bhimsen Joshi breathed his last and yet, the legend’s voice brings a bundle of emotions to life even today. It is as soul-stirring and emotionally raw as ever.

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