Ram Narain

Raman Narain is the best-known Sarangi players today. He was born in 1927 in Udaipur. He received his early training in music from his father Nathuji Biawat and later studied with Udaylal, Madhav Prasad and Abdul Wahid Khan. His style has the flavour of the Kirana gharana, but with distinctive personal touches.

Known for his impeccable and effortless technique, Ram Narain has performed widely in India and abroad. He has helped the Sarangi achieve the status of a solo concert instrument. A recipient of the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, he received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1975.