Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma is an Indian musician and composer who is famous for playing the santoor. He has made numerous contributions to classical Indian music.
Born on January 13, 1938, in Jammu, India
Started learning vocal and tabla at the age of five and later shifted to santoor
Gained recognition after his performance in All India Radio in 1955
Collaborated with Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia and Pt. Brij Bhushan Kabra to create the album Call of the Valley, which became a bestseller and brought the santoor into the mainstream
Received numerous awards and honors, including the Padma Shri and Padma Vibhushan from the Government of India
Continues to perform and promote classical Indian music around the world
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A classical music album featuring the santoor, flute, and guitar, created in collaboration with Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia and Pt. Brij Bhushan Kabra.
A classical music album featuring the santoor, flute, and tabla, created in collaboration with Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia.
A compilation album featuring some of Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma's best-known works.
Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma is known for playing the santoor in classical Indian music.
Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma collaborated with Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia and Pt. Brij Bhushan Kabra on Call of the Valley.
Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma has received honors and awards such as the Padma Shri and the Padma Vibhushan from the Government of India.
Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma continues to perform and promote classical Indian music around the world. Check his official website for updates on upcoming performances.
Some other famous santoor players include Rahul Sharma, Tarun Bhattacharya, and Shivkumar Sharma's son, Rahul Sharma.