About Lokesh Anand
* Maestro Lokesh Anand stands amongst the world’s finest & most inspirational Shehnai Player, This exceptional player started his training at the age of 8 Years under his father Shri Kalicharan, & from Pandit Anant Lal, Pandit Daya Shankar, learning basic techniques giving him a unique recognition.
* Lokesh further developed vocal nuances by becoming a disciple of Sangeet Martand Pandit Jasraj, of the “Mewati Gharana”, who became a major reason in influencing & amplifying his techniques Through the journey, he began revolutionizing, approaches as a Shehnai Artist, by mastering both Instrumental and Vocal Styles, having a spectacular command over his techniques showcasing clean and mature aspects of a balanced musician who not only reciprocates accordingly but also communicates outstandingly through his Shehnai.
* Lokesh has not only built his unique style which holds a strong traditional approach but, he has also been an inspiration for many budding Shehnai Artists.
* Performances His unique combination of musical elements in his repertoire has earned Lokesh Anand a place in India’s Prestigious Festivals such as:
Taj Mahotsav Akashwani Sangeet Sammelan Delhi Classical Music Festival Idea Jalsa by Durga Jasraj Pandit Maniram Pandit Motiram Music Festival Shruti Mandal Tansen Festival Saptak Festival Harivallabh Festival Sidhu darshan festival, (Leh) Sankat Mochan etc.
Lokesh has captivated his audiences & has represented India around the globe: Japan, Malaysia, Hong Kong, USA, Nepal, Russia, UAE, Singapore, Turkey, Bhutan, Europe, China, Thailand, etc.
Lokesh Anand’s myriad lectures, Demonstrations and workshops in shehnai, have been highly appreciated across India & Abroad, A valued Shehnai Artist who has played for Indian Regional Films, Folk Songs, Bollywood Movies, Fusion, Jazz, Symphony.
Awards
Lokesh has built his unique style which is admired widely in the industry, & the outcome of which can be seen through this Prestigious Awards & Recognition, to name a few, Shehnai Ratna Abhinav Kala Samman Sangeet Sadhak Sangeet Ratna Surmani Yash Kala Sangeet Nakshatra Ma Sharde Samman Sangeet Kala Gaurav Award etc.
