The Art of Classical Slide Guitar – A Workshop by Pt. Debasis Chakraborty

undit Debasis Chakroborty is an internationally renowned Indian Classical Slide Guitarist, deeply rooted in the Senia-Maihar Gharana and trained under the legendary Pandit Brij Bhushan Kabra. He has mastered both the Gayaki (vocal-inspired) and Tantrakari (instrumental) styles. An A-grade artist of all India Radio and Doordarshan, he has performed extensively. He continues across India, USA, UK, Australia, Europe, China, Malaysia, and Singapore, captivating global audiences with his unique blend of melody and rhythm.
Apart from his international performances, His collaborations with Western jazz musicians have led to groundbreaking projects. Pandit Chakroborty is an Artist-in-Residence at leading institutions, including Monash University (Australia) and California State University, Fresno (USA). He has conducted masterclasses and research in world music, inspiring musicians worldwide.
He has received prestigious awards, including the Gaurav Ratna Award (2023), the National Artist Award (2018), and the Gandharv Samman (2017). His contributions to music and academia are unparalleled. He has published extensively and continues to shape the future of Indian classical music through his research, mentorship, and spellbinding performances.
About the Workshop
This workshop provides a structured journey from fundamentals to advanced artistry, revealing hidden secrets like synchronisation techniques. Through live Q&A and interactive sessions, participants can engage directly with the maestro. Open to all passionate learners, it welcomes guitarists (acoustic/electric), slide guitar enthusiasts, sitar and violin players to explore slide techniques. Even music lovers curious about the fusion of ragas and slide guitar will find it enriching. (Intermediate skill recommended, but not mandatory.)
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