His Gurus

Pt. Amol Chand Goswami

Pandit Ji’s early years were profoundly shaped his grandfather, Shri Amol Chand Goswami, a revered figure in temple tradition music. As the head of the Samaja Gayan tradition at the Radha Rani Temple Barsana, he excelled in Haveli Sangeet Gayaki and Lokgeet Gayaki, and was distinguished contributor to All India Radio. He became a recognised voice in an era where transistors and radios connected audiences to art and culture. As a testament to his invaluable contribution to traditional performance arts, he was awarded a Certificate of Honour by then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru.

Swami Kanhaiya Lal

Swami Kanhaiya Lal Ji was a distinguished artist of Sarangi and vocal as well as a renowned figure in the Raas Leela tradition. He was a notable Raas Acharya, seamlessly blending literature with performing arts. An ascetic, Swami Ji embodied the essence of a spiritual guide, emphasizing the philosophical depth of Raas Leela beyond its artistic expression. His teachings showed aspiring artists how to innovate while respecting time-honored practices. For over three decades Swami Ji’s mentorship has buttressed the foundations of the classical genre, ensuring itscontinuity, evolution and legacy.
Living an ascetic lifestyle, Swami Kanhaiya Lal Ji embodies the essence of a spiritual guide, emphasizing the philosophical depth of Raas Leela beyond its artistic expression. His teachings not only preserve the tradition but also provide exposure to aspiring artists, allowing them to innovate while respecting time-honored practices. Through his unwavering dedication, he has become an influential medium in fostering the legacy of classical Indian music.

Pt. Vidur Mallick Ji

The Gurukul Years: A Profound Awakening
The pivotal transformation came from his immersion in the ways of the Shri Caitanya Prema Sansthana Gurukul in Vrindavan, as a disciple of the legendary Pandit Vidur Mallick Ji of the Darbhanga Gharana. The austere yet enlightening environment of the Gurukul, steeped in the Guru-Shishya Parampara, moulded the gifted student into a maestro of remarkable depth and precision. Days and nights under his tutelage refined his understanding of the intricate nuances of Dhrupad, an art form that demands both technical brilliance and profound emotional depth. This total surrender refined his craft to an extraordinary degree. His journey was not merely about learning music—it was about surrendering to a divine calling, an eternal quest to unveil the transcendental beauty of sound