Triveni 2024

Neha Mahajan, trained in Indian Raga music from an early age by her father, Shri Vidur Mahajan, developed her skills through exposure to great musicians and formal training at ITC Sangeet Research Academy.

Mentored in both Maihar and Senia sitar traditions, her training solidified under Ustad Zunain Khan of the Beenkar Gharana.

Neha has performed widely, from India to Canada, and recorded with Ricky Martin in 2020. She holds a Master’s in Philosophy and is proficient in German.

Anirudh Shankar, is a young tabla player from Pune. He showed an early talent for rhythm and began formal training at age 4. Encouraged by blessings from Ustad Zakir Hussain, he trained at Ustad Allah Rakha’s Institute and studied under Shri Yatin Mokashi and Shri Nishikant Barodekar.

He also explores Carnatic rhythms with Smt. Sukanya Ramgopal. Known for his collaborations across genres, he has performed with notable artists like Dilshad Khan and Anupam Joshi.

An architecture graduate from CEPT University, he now pursues music full-time, balancing studio recordings, teaching, and live performances.

Anupam Joshi, a devoted Sarod maestro, began his musical journey with Tabla at age 7 before shifting to Sarod after being inspired by Ustad Ali Akbar Khan. He trained under Pt. Sudhir Phadke, Ken Zukerman, Pt. Sohan Neelkanth, Pt. Rajeev Taranath, and Pt. Tejendra Narayan Majumdar. Anupam invented the

“Anumohini Veena,” inspired by the Mohun Veena, aiming for a sound closer to the Rudra Veena. His work includes albums like Music for Meditation, the Hollywood documentary Among the Believers, and contributions to Indian-themed games. He has performed internationally, including at the World Music and Dance Festival in Japan and the Swar Samrat Festival in Kolkata.

Maheshraj Salunke, is a skilled tabla artist versatile in performing classical and light music on various percussion instruments, including Pakhawaj, Dhama Jori, and drums. He has performed across India for diverse audiences, including those with special needs. Maheshraj has accompanied many esteemed artists, such as Pt. Kumar Mardur, Ustad Shahid Pervez, and Smt. Kaberi Kar Basu.

His achievements include Tabla Nawaj of India (2016), the Pt. Pannalal Ghosh Scholarship (2013), and the Zee Yuva Sangeet Samrat fame (2017), along with a Gold Medal in MA from Pune University.

Swarpradnya Pandit Milind Raikar is renowned for his soulful ‘Gayaki Style’ of violin playing, which emulates the human voice. He trained under maestros such as Pandit D.K. Datar, Gaansaraswati Kishori Amonkar, Atchut Raikar , Pt Vasantrao Kadnekar and Pt B.S Math .

He also studied Western music, achieving Grade 4 from Trinity College, London. An All India Radio Gold Medalist, he was honored as ‘Swarpradnya’ by Hridayesh Arts in 2017. Raikar is the first Indian classical violinist to perform at New York’s ‘Bang On A Can’ and the first to receive the Civitella Ranieri Fellowship in Italy.

Pt. Vishwanath Shirodkar, is a respected Tabla artist, who began his training under Shri Suryakant Naik and Pt. Vibhav Nageshkar, later refining his craft with Taal Yogi Pt. Suresh Talwalkar and Pt. Nayan Ghosh. Known for his subtle yet intricate accompaniment style, Vishwanath is highly regarded for his deep understanding of vocal music and is recognized as a top accompanist of his generation.

Awarded an “A” grade by All India Radio, he also serves on its Audition Board jury. He and his wife, Smt. Seema Shirodkar, were honored with the “Sangatkar Puraskar” and have toured extensively worldwide.