Artists:

Amit Kavthekar is a distinguished Indian tabla maestro, renowned for his exceptional command over rhythm and his innovative approach to percussion. Born in Mumbai’s Shivaji Park neighborhood, he began his musical journey at the age of six under the tutelage of the legendary Ustad Alla Rakha. By eleven, he became a ganda-bandhan disciple of Ustad Alla Rakha, a rare honor that solidified his place in the lineage of tabla greats. He further refined his craft under the guidance of Ustad Zakir Hussain, absorbing the intricacies of tabla playing and performance. Kavthekar’s style seamlessly blends the traditional Punjab baaj with influences from the Delhi baaj, resulting in a performance that is both technically precise and emotionally resonant.

Throughout his illustrious career, Kavthekar has collaborated with some of the most esteemed musicians in the world, including Ustad Amjad Ali Khan, Pandit Jasraj, Ustad Shahid Parvez, and Pandit Shivkumar Sharma. His performances have graced renowned venues such as the United Nations Day Concert and prestigious festivals like the Sawai Gandharva Sangeet Mahotsav and Harballabh Sangeet Sammelan. In addition to his performance career, Kavthekar is a dedicated educator, serving as the Dean of Percussion at the New England School of Music and teaching at the American School of Bombay. His contributions to music have been recognized with the Taal–Mani award by Sur Singar Samiti in Mumbai, underscoring his impact on the global music community.​