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Jasraj

Indian classical singer (1930-2020) · India · On the map · Musicians · Died at 90

Pandit Jasraj was an Indian classical vocalist, belonging to the Mewati gharana. His musical career spanned 75 years resulting in national and international fame, respect and numerous major awards and accolades.

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2020Died17 August 20202000Padma VibhushanAward1990Padma BhushanAward1987Sangeet Natak Akademi AwardAward1930Born28 January 1930

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Awards

Padma Vibhushan2000
Padma Bhushan1990
Sangeet Natak Akademi Award1987
Padma Shri in arts
Fellow of the Sangeet Natak Akademi
Pandit Bhimsen Joshi Lifetime Achievement Award

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His legacy includes memorable performances of classical and semi-classical vocal music, classical and devotional music, albums and film soundtracks, innovations in various genres including Haveli Sangeet and popularizing the Mewati Gharana - a school of thought in Hindustani classical music. Pandit Jasraj taught music to amateur and professional students in India, Europe, Canada and the United States.

Country
India
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1930 to 2020 · aged 90

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