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Pandit Bhavani Shankar was born into a distinguished musical family, beginning his study of Pakhawaj and Tabla at the tender age eight. His father Pandit Babulalji was a renowned Kathak performer, a popular style of Indian classical dance, which specializes in intricate rhythmic patterns.

He is a versatile performer who has accompanied many of India’s finest musicians including Hari Prasad Chaurasiya and Shiv Kumar Sharma. In the last few years he has made his mark as a prolific composer for films and experimental fusion projects, his mesmerizing performance with Shakti’, alongside Zakir Hussain and John McLaughlin, have made him one of the most sought after percussionists in the world.