Kumar Mardur

Hailing from the rich traditions of Dharwad, young Kumar Mardur has had his training from his father Pandit Somanath Mardur, a renowned Hindustani Classical Vocalist of Kirana Gharana. Under the able guidance of his father, Kumar has shown the qualities of becoming a promising young artist. Kumar has also learnt from late Dr. Pandit Firoz Dastur, a great Maestro of Kirana Gharana and the senior most disciple of Late Sawai Gandharva. Endowed with a melodious voice, he is known for pure and aesthetic presentation of ragas, crystal clear taan patterns and command over laya.