THE LEGACY

TUSHAR PANDIT (1967-1994)


Born on the 24th of July 1967, Tushar was initiated in music since childhood by his illustrious grand father, Padma Bhushan Pt Krishnarao Shankar Pandit, the doyen of Gwalior Gharana, and his father Pandit L K Pandit.

An extremely promising and upcoming artist, Tushar was the recipient of scholarship from Sahitya Kala Parishad. He was also offered a scholarship from the Ministry of Human Resources and Development, Department of Culture. He was a senior fellow of University Grants Commission and was conferred with the title 'Sur Mani' by Sur Singar Samsad, Mumbai. He was a regular broadcaster from All India Radio and Television.

Tushar's style of singing was unique. His voice could easily transverse in three octaves with ease. Besides khayal, he was at ease in Tarana, Tappa, Thumri style and devotional melodies.

A first class student throughout, Tushar was pursuing a Ph.D in Music. He was blooming into a fine artist when his brilliant career was cut short in an unfortunate road accident on 1st September, 1994 in New Delhi.

Meeta has just released an album as a tribute to Tushar titled,
ARPAN - A TRIBUTE TO MY BORTHER TUSHAR PANDIT
Tushar Pandit
Three Generations
Lively Musical Session
THE LEGACY
The Gwalior Gharana
Pandit Krishnarao Shankar Pandit
Pandit Laxman Krishnarao Pandit
Tushar Pandit
The Gharana Tree
Styles of Singing
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