Gaurav’s versatility as a complete artiste is evident when he plays with equal dexterity and grace on the Santoor. His musical renditions have received numerous accolades, including the “Sur Mani” and have regularly featured over television and radio. Even as a student, Gaurav was invited to perform at the Young Artiste Festival, Indian Music Group (IMG), St.Xavier's College.
His training under the able and free-spirited guidance of Shri Dinesh Sampat, has led Gaurav to develop a distinctive style, which evokes shades of the traditional, infused with a charming freshness and intensity. Dineshji, himself a gifted Havain Guitar artiste, infused the style of "Sitar Baaj" in the santoor playing technique which Gaurav developed further.
Gaurav, under Dineshji's guidance and with suggestions from his father (a civil engineer), has also worked on the designs of a new Santoor and is constantly improving the physics behind the instrument.
Gaurav is currently working on creating a fusion album with the Santoor.
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