Pune-based Arvindkumar Azad is one of the senior-most disciples of the renowned tabla maestro Kishan Maharaj of the Benares gharana. Originally from Jamshedpur, Azad first started learning at a very early age from his illustrious father, noted tabla stalwart Lal Baboo. Azad belongs to the fourth generation of a family of tabla players. Later, Kishan Maharaj groomed him.
Arvindkumar Azad is the sought as an accompanist for Indian classical music and dance, and is known for accompanying vocal and instrumental music, and dance (kathak). He has provided accompaniment to leading performers at prestigious music festivals held across India. He has also traveled abroad for concerts.
He is equally known for his solo recitals. He has addressed lecture – demonstrations and seminars.

A 10/5, Kumar Padmalaya, D.P. Road, Aundh, Pune-411007
Tel: 9823112862 / 9823112862
Email: arvindkumarazad@yahoo.co.in
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