Teaching & Mentorship
Teaching Experience
- Taught in Lucknow, Assam, Rajasthan, and other regions before 1974, gaining diverse cultural insights.
- From 1974 to 1990, focused on professional teaching, refining innovative methods across India.
- Moved to Delhi in 1990, expanding artistic education and mentoring aspiring artists.
- Since 1090, teaching at Matri Kala Mandir, nurturing the next generation of creative talents.
Institutions & Roles
Sangeet Nayak Pt. Dargahi Mishra Sangeet academy Gurgaon
where he serves as an examiner, jury member, and mentor
Awards & Honors Section
Key Awards
Prominent recognitions like the Global Excellence Award, Best Critic Award, Sangeet Gaurav Samman, and many others
Additional Honors
With over 300 awards, this section showcases achievements in a visually appealing grid with icons or badges. Notable honors include Taal Nidhi Samman, Vishishthalekhani Samman, Ustad Amir Khan Tal Tarang Samman, Kala Shree Award, Parampara Samman, Rashtra Kala Ratna, and Artistic Visionary Award.
Publications and Literary Contributions
Books:
Featured books such as Antarnaad Sur Aur Saaz, Tabla Puran, Bhartiya Sangeet Ke Naye
Aayam, Tabla: Art and Science, etc.
Articles & Essays:
Overview of his 8000+ articles and publications in national Hindi dailies, along with a few
highlighted titles.
Media Contributions:
Overview of his 13-episode radio series Tabla Ka Janm Aur Uski Vikas Yatra and educational
involvement with NCERT and Doordarshan.
Certification and Membership
SAM (Society for Action Through Music) is proud to hold the ATG 80G certification, which allows donors to receive tax deductions for their generous contributions. This certification reflects our commitment to transparency and fostering support for struggling musicians.
Founded in 2004 and formally registered as a trust in 2005, SAM has been dedicated to its mission for over two decades. We offer two types of memberships:
Annual Membership
₹2000 per year
Lifetime Membership
₹21,000 one-time fee
All payments are securely made via checks in the name of the Society for Action Through Music. By becoming a member, you directly contribute to creating opportunities for deserving artists across the country.