Kalpana Zokarkar

Indian Classical Music today holds a significant position all over the globe for its ability to communicate a transcendent quality of emotion, which expresses something universal about the human condition. For the purpose, it needs those who stand in commitment to pursue this exercise with utmost dedication and will, without which it is impossible to achieve the desired goal. Hailing from Gwalior Gharana, Kalpana Zokarkar is one of them. Kalpana Zokarkar is fortunate to receive the mantel of a rich heritage which includes Ustad Rajjab Ali Khan of Dewas, her father and guru, Shree Krishnarao Majumdar (Mamasaheb) who had the rare opportunity of close contact with many stalwart vocalists; Pt. Bhaskar Rao Khandeparkar, Smt. Anjanibai Malpekar, Pt. S.N. Ratanjankar and many others. In her, one witnesses a complete blend - a melodious voice bestowed by nature, interaction with doyens of Indian Classical Music and dedication towards pursuing an inimitable style of rendering.