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Kuljit Bhamra

Kuljit is best known as a pioneer of the British Bhangra sound and for his many collaborations with musicians from different cultures.

He has recorded and produced over 2000 songs and is the recipient of many awards including a platinum disc for outstanding record sales presented by the much-loved BBC Radio DJ, John Peel. Currently Professor of Tabla, Indian Rhythm & Improvisation at Guildhall School of Music and Drama, Kuljit is passionately committed to promoting the understanding of Indian instruments, and broadening their use in all types of music.

In his ongoing mission to Demystify Indian Music and Democratise Indian drumming, he created a Tabla Notation system which is now being used by composers and music students worldwide. Recently, he created the world’s first electronic tabla which he developed in his company Keda Music.

His cutting-edge projects and ground-breaking educational work earned him the prestigious honour of MBE in 2009