Atulkumar has to his credit, many National awards and accolades including the prestigious President’s Award of All India Radio. The well-known institution Sur Singar conferred on him Surmani. He has performed solo recitals for All India Radio and Doordarshan on many occasions. His sterling performance at the famous Sawai Gandharva Music Festival in Pune enthused many young violinists.
Atulkumar, currently heads one of the oldest violin institutes in India having a glorious tradition. Many of his disciples are recognized as performing artists and have won National awards too. His recognition as a teacher par excellence and Guru at the Lalit Kala Kendra of Pune University enhanced his stature as a master musician. He is also well known for his jugalbandi with Shehnai, Bansuri and Sitar. Recently his performances with noted Sitarist Ustad Shahid Parvez and renowned Shehnai player Pandit Daya Shanker were well acclaimed. Atulkumar carried the fragrance of Hindustani music to U.S.A, U.K and other European countries and gave a memorable rendition winning all-round cheer and applause.
Atulkumar is known for his versatility, technical brilliance, mature presentation and improvisation, which reflect a deep understanding of the subtle nuances of Hindustani Classical music. Music lover can look forward to exhilarating and melodious performances by this accomplished violinist. |
