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GURUPARAMPARA
Blessed with being born in a home where music was breath, Shrinivas Joshi took to music naturally. Son of
Hindustani classical music maestro Pandit Bhimsen Joshi, Shrinivas drew inspiration from his parents. After
completing B.Tech from IIT, Delhi, his decision to make music a career was a conscious one. Shrinivas started
serious pursuit of music in a traditional Gurukul System under his father and mother late Smt. Vatsalabai Joshi.
Along with extensive training and proper talim in Kirana Gharana, he also started accompanying his father in
concerts.
After almost a decade of dedication, his guru gave him his consent to perform on stage. Shrinivas' first public
concert in 2001 was a great success. And there was no looking back since then !
Shrinivas is the backbone of 'Arya Sangeet Prasarak Mandal' which organizes the prestigious Sawai Gandharva
Mahotsav. His constructive leadership carries forward the heritage and ensures the success of the Mahotsav,
every year.
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Various illustrious personalities sat enraptured as Shrinivas Joshi paid a befitting tribute to his mother through
his excellent vocals.The unusual combination of the swaras and the expressive nature of raag Puriya
Dhanashree caressed the audience as Joshi made transitions from high to low notes with tremendous ease. The
audience was taken through a magical journey of music as Joshi presented a diverse range of sur and taal
through raag Bhimpalasi, Thumri and Abhanga.- Indian Express, Pune
Shrinivas is an artist in a league of his own. - Navbharat
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Though Shrinivas has upheld the traditional principles of the Kirana style, the exposure to an array of musicians
has developed an aestoric approach which is evident in his music. He is a highly original vocalist with the most
authentic voice. His portrayal of emotions is rich with his own content, not version music. His flawless rendering
of the ragas is a result of his passion for perfection and quest for excellence. In addition to his mastery over pure
classical Khyaal music, he also renders semi-classical Thumri, devotional compositions and other forms.
Shrinivas' devotion, sensitivity and integrity are clearly reflected in his music, translating it into a complete and
enriching experience.
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A lot of singers have tried to imitate Pt. Bhimsen Joshi's rich vocals, pronunciation and hand gestures. It is a point
of joy and satisfaction that Panditji's son Shrinivas did not fall prey to this temptation. - Lokmat
Many a stalwart have performed the great Bhairavi but Joshi holds his own. - Ranjit Sahay, India Today
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THE KIRANA GHARANA
Gharana in classical music refers to a lineage of masters and disciples that have evolved a common style with
unique flavours and nuances. In a rich tradition of Gharanas in Indian Classical Music, Kirana Gharana stands out
as an embodiment of beauty and serenity. The gharana traces its origin in the 16th century to the then famous
singers Nayak Dhondu and Nayak Bhannu. In this style of singing the perfect swar or note is used to create an
emotional mood. Note by note elaboration of the Raga theme is an exclusive characteristic of Kirana Gharana.
Shrinivas has been trained in Kirana style in which the Bhava or essence of the song is expressed with utmost
understanding and intense emotion. Various influences have shaped his music, the first and foremost being his
father. Shrinivas is the last disciple of the Kirana Gharana doyen Bhimsen Joshi, the disciple of the legendary
Sawai Gandharva, who himself received the gifted guidance of Ustaad Abdul Karim Khan, one of the founders of
the Kirana Gharana. This invaluable Guruparampara has had a deep impact on Shrinivas's music.
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Shrinivas Joshi's aaroh-awaroh reminded the audience of Pt. Bhimsen Joshi.When he started song 'Ae Mahadev’
in Raag Shankara, the audience started applauding. The layakaris presented by him with seriousness and
complete dedication to the Raga, will remain fresh in the memory of the audience. - Dainik Bhaskar, Indore
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THE KIRANA LEGACY
Melodious, soothing and touching Kirana Gayaki gives great importance to Aalapchari and is known for its
sweetness aand heartwrenching emotion. It is the ultimate expression of devotion and compassion.The legend
has it that Nayak Dhondu and Nayak Bhannu requested Krishna to give them' that swar in his flute'! It is said that
the cows would come to listen to their singing. Thus this style of singing is known as Goharanbani. The stalwarts
who have enriched this Gharana are Hirabai Badodekar, Roshanara Begum, Sureshbabu Mane, Saraswatibai
Rane, Sawai Gandharva, Manik Verma, Gangubai Hangal, Phiroz Dastur, Niyaz Ahmed Khan, Faiyaz Ahmed Khan
and Pt. Bhimsen Joshi. Shrinivas Joshi is proud of and humbled by this rich lineage and is firm on taking this
legacy forward.
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The audience was enthralled by the voice of the century, Pt. Bhimsen Joshi. Panditji was accompanied by his son
Shrinivas Joshi with tantamount ability. Shanmukhananda Sabhagruha was basked in that divine sound of
music.- Lokmat, Pune
Panditji's son Shrinivas was singing with him. Their voice textures were different. But the beauty of Shrinivas's
singing was coming across, especially while adding a note to a pause left by Panditji and returning it to him
gracefully. - Loksatta Mumbai Vruttant
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ACHIEVEMENTS
Shrinivas’s contribution to music has brought him endless appreciation from the music fraternity. Awards
and accolades have followed. But to him an award is more of a responsibility than a success. A responsibility
to grow, to enrich himself, to accomplish more !
Awards
Dattopant Deshpande Puraskar
Gaanasaraswati Award
Hindustani Classical
Aarambh, HMV, Saregama India
Dharohar, Times Music
A classical music album by Cosmic Music, Chennai is due for release.
Devotional Music Albums (As a composer)
Sukh Anupam, Marathi Abhang, HMV, Saregama
Bhaktabhilasha, Hindi Bhajans, Polygram
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An Able Disciple Shrinivas Joshi, Pt. Bhimsen Joshi's son, took to professional singing and made his mark in the
field. Saraswatibai Rane Award is ample proof of his calibre,- The Times of India, Pune, May 16, 2008
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PERFORMANCES
Shrinivas has an impressive record of public performances with a presence on major concert platforms all
over India.
Sawaai Gandharva Mahotsav, Pune
Dover Lane Music Conference, Kolkata
Harballabh Sangeet Sabha, Jalandhar
Deval Club, Kolhapur
Ramakrishna Institute of Culture, Kolkata
Kala Academy, Panaji, Goa
Samrat Sangeet Sammelan (Shantadurga), Goa
Damodar Utsav, Madgaon, Goa
Pandit Jitendra Abhisheki Festival, Panaji, Goa
Mahakal Sangeet Sammelan, Ujjain
Hampi Festival (Govt. of Karnataka), Hampi
Shravan Belgol Bahubali Festival(Govt. of Karnataka), Shravan Belgol
Dhrupad Gurukul, Bhopal
Bharat Bhavan, Bhopal
Abdul Karim Khan Anniversary, Hubli
Pandit Rajguru Smriti Samaroh, Bangalore
Pejavar Math Vidyapeetha, Bangalore
Padit Gururao Deshpande, All Night Festival, Bangalore
Pandit Jiyalal Vasant Samaroh, Mumbai
Shannmukhananda Sangeet Sabha, Mumbai
Pandit Ram Marathe Sammelan, Thane
Kala Ram Mandir Festival, Nashik
Samapa Festival, New Delhi
Sawai Gandharva Sammelan, Kandgol
Mira Saheb Darga, Miraj
Vitthal Mandir, Pandharpur
Swami Samartha Devasthan, Akkalkot
Sri Sathya Sai Prashanti Nilayam, Puttaparthi
Sarasbaug Ganapati Temple, Pune
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While most agree that they will miss Pt. Bhimsen Joshi, the bottomline remains- the show must go on.
Apparently, his son Shrinivas Joshi's maiden performance at the Sawai Gandharva was appreciated by many
and he is now being seen as the next Pt. Joshi in the making. - The Times of India, Pune
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Todays classical music concert began with the seven swars of Raag Yaman. The Raag was rendered by Shrinivas
Joshi. When this son of Pt. Bhimsen and Vatsala Joshi came on 'shadja', his thorough training and profound riyaaz
was evident. His semi-classical Thumri 'Chaav Dikhala ja Baanke Sawaariya' proved that he has mastery over not
only the classical but also the semi-classical music.- City Bhaskar, Bhopal