Pandit Ravi Shankar was a renowned sitar player and pivotal figure in introducing Indian classical music to the world, earning accolades such as the Bharat Ratna and Grammy Awards. He inspired countless artists and played a significant role in global music festivals, showcasing the depth of Indian music. His legacy continues to motivate aspiring musicians to excel in their fields.

1. Pandit Ravi Shankar – A
great Sitar Player

2. A source of inspiration –
Pandit Ravi Shankar
All great people are source of inspiration for me and pundit Ravi Shankar is
among the top of the list.
Often seen with Sitar in his hands, Pandit Ravi Shankar received the title of
“A GOD FATHER OF WORLD MUSIC” from George Harrison. He is often
described as the best contemporary Indian Classical Music Player. A great
artist, a great musician and most of all a great human being, Pandit Ravi
Shankar has been an inspiration for all the upcoming talents of the country.
His music has power to reach and shake the souls of people.

3. The number of awards he has earned in his life time is simply out of the
world. He was awarded with ‘Bharat Ratna’, ‘Padma Bhusan’, Grammy’s
Award, Tagore Award and lot more. Awards which people like me can’t even
dream of getting. Though his career started with dance, he later moved into
music with the motivation from his music teacher “Allauddin Khan. He
become famous for composing and creating Indian Classical Music.

4. He also recomposed one of most popular Indian Patriotic Song – “ Saare
Jahan se Aacha”. After serving in AIR and directing music for few Indian
films, he was called to demonstrate Indian Classical Music in New York City.

5. He took part in music festivals of UNESCO and United
Nations.
In his later life he served Indian Classical Music
Internationally. He had a big hand in making Indian
Classical Music popular world-wide.
He is and he will remain a source of inspiration for
most of us. Let’s pay a tribute to him by working
little harder in area of our interest. Let the world
know us by our work.
If you are looking for Indian Musical Instruments like
Sitar, Tabla or Sarod, log on to www.indianity.com

6. He took part in music festivals of UNESCO and United
Nations.
In his later life he served Indian Classical Music
Internationally. He had a big hand in making Indian
Classical Music popular world-wide.
He is and he will remain a source of inspiration for most of
us. Let’s pay a tribute to him by working little harder in
area of our interest. Let the world know us by our work.
If you are looking for Indian Musical Instruments like Sitar,
Tabla or Sarod, log on to
www.indianity.com