The Story of Vinayak Torvi,

The Maestro Vocalist

Pandit Vinayak Torvi is a renowned khayal vocalist from Karnataka who blends the Kirana, Gwalior, and Agra gharanas. He studied under his father, an expert in Harikatha (musical storytelling), and then legendary maestro Pandit Bhimsen Joshi.

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  • A product of Dharwad, disciple of Gayanacharya Gururao Deshpande (the doyen of Gwalior Gharana) and Bharat Ratna Pt.Bhimsen Joshi Torvi had rigorous training for 20 years under Gurukul system

  • • Pandit ji is described as ‘Sur Lay ka Badshaha’ by Padmavibhushan Kishan Maharaj and legendary musician Pandit Ramashray Jha. He is also wellknown as ‘ Tansen of Karnataka’, ‘Swara Sarva bhauma’, ‘Sangeet Vibhushan’ amongst the music lovers and musicologists

  • • Pt Vinayak Torvi is Top grade artiste of AIR and Dooradarshan and his performances are regularly broadcast/telecast in National programme and Sangeet – Sammelan of AIR and Doordarshan and Worldspace.

Pandit ji's Journey

Explore the musical journey of Pandit Vinayak Torvi, a revered classical vocalist. Discover his early passion for music, illustrious career, and recent international achievements.

  • Early Life

    Pandit Vinayak Torvi was born on 4 September 1948 in Ranebennur, Karnataka. He developed a passion for music while accompanying his father, a Harikatha exponent. He began formal musical education at the age of 9 under Tammanna Gurav and Narayanacharya Dandapur.

  • 1980s – Career

    Pandit ji's career started in 1960, performing in music concerts and winning various competitions. He earned his bachelor's and master's degrees in music from Karnataka University. In 1976, he became an A graded artiste of All India Radio and performed in his first major national concert in 1980. He also served on the board of Karnataka State Sangeet Nritya Academy.

  • Recent Achievements

    In 1983, he established Gururao Deshpande Sangeet Sabha in Bangalore. Pandit ji has toured internationally, performing and giving lectures in various countries. He has been highly appreciated for his music worldwide and has performed at numerous prestigious music conferences.

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