Soumitra Dasgupta – Tabla solo

Soumitra Dasgupta

Meet the Maestro: A Harmonious Blend of Engineering and Rhythmic Brilliance

Commencing their musical odyssey at seven under the guidance of Sri Debabrato Das, our maestro’s journey unfolds as a seamless fusion of engineering excellence and rhythmic mastery. Further refining their craft with Gurus like Sri Radheshyam Bhandar, Guru Sri Siddhartha Roy Chowdhury, Pt. Shankar Ghosh, and Pt. Dilip Mukherjee, they cultivated a distinct musical identity rooted in tradition yet imbued with innovation.

Parallel to their musical pursuits, the artist achieved a B.Tech in Ceramic Technology and currently serves as a Senior Section Engineer in the Eastern Railway, harmonizing their passion for rhythm with a commitment to engineering precision.

Recognized as a Junior and Senior National Scholarship holder from the CCRT, Government of India, Saumitra has earned accolades in prestigious competitions like Dover Lane and Salt Lake. Their performances, spanning solo acts and collaborations with luminaries such as Pt. Buddhadev Dasgupta and Prof. Sanjoy Bandopadhyay, have resonated across the Indian subcontinent.

Elevating their presence to the airwaves, the artist holds the esteemed A-grade artist status at All India Radio, broadcasting from Kolkata, and has also performed in the National Programme of Music in Doordarshan. In the confluence of technical acumen and artistic expression, this maestro epitomizes a harmonious balance, weaving a rhythmic tapestry that extends from concert halls to engineering corridors—a testament to unwavering dedication to both the arts and innovation.