Shubham Sarkar

Shubham Sarkar is an internationally acclaimed young Hindustani classical violinist from Delhi, admired for his soulful blend of Gayaki Angh and virtuoso violin artistry. He began his musical journey at the age of 11 under the tutelage of Pt. S.L. Kandara and later received invaluable guidance from the legendary Padmashree Pt. Bhajan Sopori. Currently, he continues his training with Violin Maestro Dr. Santosh Nahar and is also learning Gayaki Angh from Vidushi Dr. Mallika Bannerji.

At just 13, Shubham gave his first violin recital in Delhi and captivated audiences with his command and maturity. He went on to complete his Master’s degree (M.A. in Music, Violin) from Delhi University in 2018, while winning numerous accolades at zonal, district, and state levels. A versatile artist, he is also trained in Western Classical Violin, holding a Grade 4 degree from Trinity College, London.

Blessed and encouraged by maestros such as Pt. Debu Chaudhuri, Pt. Rajan-Sajan Mishra, Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Vidushi Sumitra Guha, Pt. Tarun Bhattacharya, and Vidushi Savita Devi, Shubham has emerged as one of the most promising violinists of his generation.

Shubham Sarkar has performed at numerous prestigious platforms across India and internationally. Some of his most notable performances include:

• Taj Mahotsav Festival (2016) – Awarded and highly appreciated for his solo recital.

• World Music Day, Mauritius – Telecast live on national TV channel MBC2.

• Indian Cultural Centre, Bangkok – Solo classical violin recital.

• 71st Independence Day of India (2017), Tajikistan – Performance at Vivekanand Cultural Centre, Embassy of India, Dushanbe, attended by high-level diplomats.

• Heart of Asia Summit, Jalandhar – Performed before Hon. PM Narendra Modi and international delegates.

• Delhi International Art Festival, Connaught Place.

• AIIMS Delhi – Pulse Music Festival & IIT Delhi Music Festival.

• Dhwani Festival by Antar Dhwani Cultural Society, Delhi.

• Uttaradhikary Festival, Bhopal – Performed with Guru Dr. Santosh Nahar.

• Republic Day Celebration, Embassy of India, Dushanbe – Collaborated with Tajik musicians blending Indian and Western classical traditions.

• International Tours – Austria, Belgium, Russia, Israel, Tajikistan, Mauritius, and Thailand.

Awards & Achievements

• Prominent Young Violinist of India Award by Grammy Awardee Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt.

• Junior & Senior Scholarship by Sahitya Kala Parishad, Delhi and CCRT, Delhi.

• Championship Awards at Zonal, District, and State level competitions (since 2008).

• Special Recognition Award for solo performance at Taj Mahotsav 2016.

• Recognition and blessings from eminent maestros like Pt. Bhajan Sopori, Pt. Debu Chaudhuri, Pt. Rajan-Sajan Mishra, Pt. Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Pt. Barun Pal, Pt. Vijay Shankar Mishra, Pt. Tarun Bhattacharya, Vidushi Sumitra Guha, and Vidushi Savita Devi.