Hindustani classical concert by Smt. Arati Thakur-Kundalkar

Arati is an emerging talent in Hindustani classical music. She is one of the young torch bearers of 'Kirana Gharana.' Arati started learning classical music at the age of 9 from Smt. Leelatai Gharpure. She picked up the nuances of Kirana Gayki under the strict watchful eye of Smt. Gharpure. She continued to learn from Smt. Gharpure for 11 years. 

After graduation in commerce, Arati completed M.A. in music from S.N.D.T. university. She stood second at the university level & is the recipient of 'Gaan-Hira' prize. She is a 'Sangeet visharad' from Gandharva Maha Vidyalaya. 

Arati specializes in vocal classical music. She is equally well versed with semi-classical music forms like Thumri, Dadra. Arati also sings Bhajan, Abhanga & Natyasangeet.