Dr Shanish Kumar Gyawali

Born in the historically rich city of Varanasi on 27th February 1985, Dr. Shanish Kumar Gyawali was destined to immerse himself in the ocean of music. This lineage-rich environment of the Banaras Gharana nurtured him from a tender age. His musical journey began under the esteemed guidance of Guru Shrivinod Prasanna and Dr Prahalad Nath, renowned flautist associated with Banaras Hindu University. Furthermore, Dr Gyawali was privileged to receive training from the celebrated sitarist Vidushi Krishna Chakravarty, a disciple of the legendary Bharat Ratna awardee, Pt. Ravi Shankar.

Dr Gyawali's flute has sung melodies at numerous prestigious festivals and conferences across India. Some of his notable performances include the Sankatmochan Festival, Ganga Mahotsava, and Vayas Mahotsava in Varanasi; the Rampur Mahotsav in Rampur; Chakradhar Samaroh in Raighar; and the Khajuraho Festival in Madhya Pradesh. His contributions to music were recognized in 2009 when H.R.D. awarded him the Young Artist Scholarship. Moreover, his excellence earned him a 'B High grade' as a flute artist by All India Radio.

But his musical journey is not just limited to performances. Dr. Gyawali's dedication to the study of music is evident in his impressive academic credentials. He holds a Diploma in Music (Flute), a Bachelor's degree (B.Mus), a Master's degree in Music and Musicology, an M.Phil, and a Ph.D. in Musicology, all from the distinguished Faculty of Performing Arts at Banaras Hindu University.

Dr. Shanish Kumar Gyawali is a blend of passion, dedication, and academic excellence. He embodies the Banaras Gharana's spirit, elevating the legacy of classical Indian music with each note he plays.