Pandit Ritwik sanyal was born in the independent India in Katihar on 12th April 1953. During his early childhood grew up between India and Africa and was homeschooled by both his parents. His father professor Batuk Sanyal (professor of Indian Institute of Technology Bombay), philosopher and mathematician, ignited his love for philosophy. His mother Ranu Sanyal was a singer and writer who nurtured his musical inclination. In 1963, in Chembur, Mumbai, he met his Guru, Ustad Z.M. Dagar while walking in the neighborhood with his mother. The tones of Rudra Vīṇā beckoned them to meet the musician that was playing. That very day, at the age of 10, he started his musical journey under the guidance of one of the greatest Dhrupad exponents of recent times. Over 12 years, he dedicated himself to the profound musical wisdom of Dhrupad. He studied in the Guru-Śiṣya Paramparā and cultivated his vocal techniques. When his Guru’s younger brother, the profoundly talented Dhrupad vocalist, Ustad Z.F. Dagar came to Mumbai from his birth place in Udaipur, Ritwik Sanyal interacted with him, exploring new dimensions in vocal expression. His first recording was at age 15, in 1968. At 22, he began public performances. He was the first Dhrupad artist outside of the Dagar family to perform internationally. He performed with his Guru, Ustad Z.F. Dagar in Austria in 1979. Together, they pioneered Dhrupad performances on many new platforms. He completed his post graduation in Philosophy at Mumbai University in 1975. His Guru sent him to Varanasi to complete his Masters in Music at Banaras Hindu University. He pursued his PhD research in musicology under the supervision of the luminary Professor Prem Lata Sharma. It was the beginning of inculcating knowledge and experiences from rigorous practice into the theory of Music or Saṅgīta Śāstra. Dr. Sanyal was Professor and Head of the Department of Vocal Music at Banaras Hindu University. He was also the Dean of the Faculty of Performing Arts at BHU from 2008 to 2011. He has taught thousands of students during his career of 37 years in musical education. He has guided 27 scholars to PhD. More than 3000 university students benefited from his acknowledged brilliance as a music Guru. Around 100 students have learned under him in the guru shishya parampara. At least 30 students trained by him are notable performers today. He has created new Ragas - Śruti Vardhanī, Dīp Raṅjanī, Bhīm Naṭ, Gopinī, Nāgeś Todī. These are prominent among today's musicians and performers. He has also composed many Khayal songs, enriching the repertoire. He has revived lyrics of Baiju, Tansen, Bakshu and from the temple tradition. He has written new song texts reflecting classical themes but also informed by his philosophical approach. His composes songs under his pen name plume - Śrutijñāna.
MAJOR ACCOLADES:
• Padma Shri, 2023
• Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, New Delhi 2013
• Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Academy award,2002
•Uttar Pradesh Ratna,2016
• Honoured by Kashiraj Trust, Varanasi and Maharaja Travancore Swati Tirunal Award at Dhrupad festival of Varanasi for outstanding contribution to Dhrupad,1995 etc.
Pandit Ritwik Sanyal dedicates his life to the service of the Dhrupad tradition . He has also made remarkable academic contributions to Indian Classical Music. His vocal articulations in the Dhrupad tradition are sublime – these are some of the most subtle and refined expressions of the mystical experience. The whole world turns to India for such exquisite spiritual treasures. UNESCO nominated Varanasi as a heritage ‘city of music’ and lauds Ritwikji as its main Dhrupad exponent.
He continues teaching worthy disciples in the Guru-Śiṣya Paramparā. He composes, perform concerts, teaches and conducts workshops all over the world. His musical intuition, holistic perspective, creative communication, and dynamism makes him an extraordinary music teacher.
Today, he remains devoted to Dhrupad, musicology and Indian musical philosophy both through performance and education.
This grand Dhrupad tradition has given him personally, and our nation, such depth of wisdom, cultural wealth, sublime experience and peace, over the ages.
In performance, teaching and engagements, one is drawn to his total mystical immersion in Dhrupad.
Information Courtesy: www.ritwiksanyal.com
Pakhawaj: Pandit Shrikant Mishra
Tanpura: Pt. Nirmalya Dey, Mr. Yvan Trunzler
Disclaimer: This recording is from Makar Records. Sharing it here is not for any commercial purpose whatsoever. No copyright infringement is intended. This is only to showcase and propagate this traditional art form so that more and more people can learn to appreciate it.
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