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Anju Upreti is a distinguished Nepali sitar artist, music educator, and academic dedicated to the promotion of Hindustani classical music in Nepal. She currently serves as the Head of the Central Department of Fine Arts (Music), Tribhuvan University, where she is actively involved in teaching, research, curriculum development, and the advancement of higher education in music.Driven by a passion for classical music from an early age, Upreti pursued advanced studies in India and earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Sitar from the Faculty of Performing Arts, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, one of South Asia's most prestigious institutions for classical music education. During her academic journey, she received rigorous training under the renowned Padma Shri Dr. Gopal Shankar Mishra and Professor Dr. Prahlad Nath Mishra, both respected exponents of the Banaras Gharana.After returning to Nepal, Anju Upreti joined Tribhuvan University as a lecturer and has played a significant role in strengthening music education through teaching, academic research, and mentoring young musicians. She regularly presents Sitar recitals, lecture-demonstrations, workshops, and seminars, contributing to the preservation and promotion of Hindustani classical music in Nepal.In addition to her university responsibilities, she is associated with Achyutram Bhandari Sangit Pratishthan (ARBM Academy) as a music instructor and mentor, where she helps train aspiring musicians and supports the academy's mission of promoting classical music through education, performances, and community outreach

Has been working as a guitarist and recordist in Nepali music for a long time. Experience of being a guitar performer in many stage shows.

Parsuram Prasad Poudel is a distinguished Nepali tabla player, music educator, researcher, and academic who has made significant contributions to the promotion of Hindustani classical music and music education in Nepal. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor (Tabla) at Lalitkala Campus, Tribhuvan University, where he teaches, conducts research, and mentors students pursuing higher education in music.A dedicated practitioner of Hindustani classical music, Poudel has established himself as both a performer and scholar. Alongside his academic career, he actively participates in tabla recitals, lecture-demonstrations, workshops, and music seminars while contributing to research on Nepal's musical heritage. His scholarly works focus on music education, traditional musical instruments, and the relationship between music and Nepal's artistic traditions.Parsuram Prasad Poudel is also recognized for his academic publications in the Journal of Fine Arts Campus. His research includes studies such as "Musical Instruments in Nepali Sculpture" and "Formal Music Education in Nepal: A SWOT Analysis of Tribhuvan University," reflecting his commitment to strengthening music education and preserving Nepal's cultural heritage through research and documentation.He belongs to a new generation of scholar-musicians who successfully combine performance, teaching, and academic research, contributing to the continued development of classical music in Nepal.

Navaraj Gurung is a highly acclaimed Tabla player based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Let me share some interesting details about him: YouTube Channel: Navaraj Gurung has a YouTube channel where he showcases his tabla performances. One of his notable covers is “Ham Tan” by Ali Ghamsari, where he adds his unique aspect of tabla accompaniment to the melodic structure. Rhythm and Joy: Navaraj Gurung’s extempore tabla performance was shot at the magical Kirateshwor Sangeet Temple in Pashupati. The video captures the spontaneous nature of tabla playing. Albums and Compositions: Over the past three decades, Navaraj Gurung has been actively involved in playing tabla and composing music. He has released 25 albums, spanning genres from Eastern classical music to fusion tracks and tabla solos. His debut album, “Moment,” was launched in 2000. Navaraj Gurung’s contribution to Nepali music is significant, and his mastery of the tabla continues to inspire music enthusiasts worldwide! 🎶🥁