India, Nov. 9 -- It is rare indeed to have the opportunity to turn one's passion into one's vocation. A shining example of someone who has done so is Pandit Naviin Gandharv, Tabla soloist, exponent of the unique instrument known as the Belabaharr, and the founder of Anuraaj Classical Band.
After a recent performance at the Governor House for Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Keir Starmer, alongside other dignitaries, The Sunday Guardian caught up with him for an exclusive chat.
Excerpts from an edited interview:
Q. How did you enter the field of music and why?A. I belong to a musically rich family from Dewas, Madhya Pradesh. My paternal grandfather Pt. Kashiram Gandharv ji was a respected Sarangi artist and maternal grandfather Pt. Mansi...