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Sitar and Indian MusicIndian Music, which is the oldest form of all music, goes back to the Vedic age and has its basic relation with Sam Ved. Today, we are familiar with the term of Indian music and especially with the word “RAGA”. Raga is the synthesis of our music, rather the bane of our music. “Sitar”, as we see today, is not what we had in the 17th century. Veena, the mother of all string instrument, is the generic term given to all string instruments. Sitar had three strings earlier, hence it was known as ‘Tri Tantri Veena’. The Sitar fascinated the greatest composer Amir Khusro to such an extent that he gave a new dimension to the instrument. Great Ustad Masit Sen was the innovator of Maseet Khani style playing. He used to play the Sitar with 17 frets and the same tradition has been retained along with the guru-shisya parampara (teacher to student tradition), a unique feature and history of instrumental music. Prateek has maintained both the traditions, playing with 17 frets as well as learning from his father/guru. Prateek ChaudhuriPrateeki Chaudhuri, born in Delhi, India, has been groomed in a musical atmosphere since his birth. He is the prodigious son of the illustrious Sitar maestro Padmabhushan Pandit Debu Chaudhuri. Prateek has been meticulously trained and guided by his father. He also had the great fortune to learn from his “Dada Guru” (Father’s Guru), Ustad Mushtaq Ali Khan Sahab the great legend of the “Sania Tradition”. Prateek’s graceful style and intricate technique echo the great masters of the past. From his nimble fingers rich tones and melodious phrases resonate with a maturity that is far beyond his years. His skillful fingers handle rapidly moving passages with ease while maintaining the integrity and beauty of every note, the mark of a true virtuoso. With each performance Prateek evokes masterful handling of his instrument emitting grace, fluidity, and dexterity with each note. His charming stage presence and charisma only enhance the overall performance. Simplicity and clarity are the hallmark of Prateek’s style. Academically, Prateek has excelled in each stage of his higher education. He is the recipient of the Gold Medal for his M.A. (Music), also secured the first position in M. Phil (Music examinations and Ph.d (Music) from Delhi University. At present he is not only performing but also teaching as a Lecturer in the Music Department at Delhi University. Achievements
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Clippings “Prateek’s future as an emerging musician is assured. For there is technique, commendable musicianship, intellectual grasp, and enjoyment for himself, which is the greatest gift a musician can bring to his art. - The Times of India “Prateek performed with much aplomb and with gay abundance…” - Stateman, New Delhi Prateek uses modern developments to advantage… a bright future for this already promising, sincere and hard working young sitar player” - The Telegraph “There was a perfect combination of thehrav, meends, and andolans in his performance…” - Ras Times “One is struck by his clarity and boldness in strokes, and the confidence which he performs in concerts. - The Hindustan Times “Prateek’s greatest asset is the heritage of his gharana reflected in his spontaneous melodie expression.” - The statesman, Calcutta “As evidenced by the fluent rippling taans, produced by him towards the close of the first gat, Prateek can also play pretty nimbly without blurring the swaras that make up the tonal passages and has a feeling for rhythm too.” - Sruti, Madras Address : |
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