Shobha Gurtu
Indian singer (1925-2004) · India · On the map · Musicians · Died at 79
Shobha Gurtu (1925-2004) was an Indian singer in the Hindustani classical style. Though she had equal command over pure classical style, it was with light semi-classical music that she received her fame, and in time came to be known as the Thumri Queen, and for the 'Abhinaya' sung in her full-throated voice.
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She was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2002.
Country
India
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1925 to 2004 · aged 79
