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Pandit Ram Narayan, Sarangi artist of the Kirana gharana, Hindustani classical musician

Gharana

Kirana

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InstrumentSarangi
TraditionHindustani
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Legacy Profile(1927–2024)Verified Profile

Pandit

Ram Narayan

Disciple of

Abdul Wahid KhanView Lineage Tree

Notable Students

Brij Narayan(Sarod)Aruna NarayanHarsh Narayan

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Biography

Pioneering sarangi maestro (1927-2024) who elevated the instrument from accompaniment to solo concert status. The first internationally successful sarangi player, he trained under Abdul Wahid Khan of the Kirana gharana. Recipient of Padma Vibhushan, he revolutionized sarangi technique and repertoire.

Profile last updated 2026-01-06

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