Ramarao V. Naik
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Ramarao V. Naik (1909–1998) was an Indian classical singer of the Agra Gharana.[1]
Early life[edit]
Naik was born in 1909 in Bangalore. His father was a renowned violinist. He was one of the most renowned singers of the Agra Gharana in South India.[citation needed]
Career[edit]
Naik learned music under the renowned singer Faiyaz Khan. He also learned from Swami Vallabhdas and Ata Hussain Khan. Naik also played the harmonium, which he has taught himself.[2] He was known for popularising the Agra Gharana in the Carnatic Bastion of Bangalore. At this time Bombay and Bangalore where two cities where many Agra Gharana singers lived.[1]
Disciples[edit]
Some of his most prominent disciples are M.R. Gautam, Lalitha Ubhyankar, Meera Savoor, Sudhindra Bhaumik and Lalith Rao.[1]
Death[edit]
He died soon after a concert at the age of 88.[1]
References[edit]
- ^ a b c d "The Agra Gharana of Hindustani Music". Sahapedia. Retrieved 26 October 2019.
- ^ "Artist - Rama Rao V. Naik (Vocal), Gharana - Agra". swarganga.org. Retrieved 26 October 2019.