Soma Ghosh

Soma Ghosh
Ghosh receiving her award in 2016
Born	(1962-04-20) 20 April 1962 (age 63) Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupations	Singer performer
Awards	Padma Shri (2016)

Dr Soma Ghosh (born 20 April 1962) is an Indian singer of Hindustani classical music. ^[1] In 2016, she was awarded Padma Shri by the Indian Government for her contribution in arts. ^{[2] [3]}

Early life and education

Ghosh was born and brought up in Benaras. Her parents are Archana Chakravarty and Shri Manmohan Chakravarty. She did her graduation in literature from Benaras Hindu University. She did her higher education in music with a master's degree and PhD in Hindustani Classical Music. ^[3] She is a prominent exponent of the Banaras Gharana of Hindustani Classical music, received learnings from her 'Guruma' (teacher) Smt. Bageshwari Devi, in her early life. ^{[4] [5]}

Career

Soma Ghosh is specialised in Benaras singing like Thumri, Tappa, Hori, Chaiti, Kajari, Dadra and Ghazal. She is the brand ambassador of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Initiative. She is also a founder of the NGO called Madhu Murchhana. ^{[6] [7]} Dr. Soma Ghosh, widely recognized for her connection with Ustad Bismillah Khan, was adopted by the maestro after recognizing her musical talent. ^[8] They performed together in various concerts, including at the Parliament of India. ^[9] Their `jugalbandi' titled `Ras Barse', was attended by the then President of India Dr A. P. J Abdul Kalam sahab. ^[10]

Albums

Albums	Song	Singer	Composer	Lyricist	Year of Release	Released By
Bhagwan Mere Bhagwan	Bhagwan Mere Bhagwan	Soma Ghosh, Madhushree, Anup Jalota, Sudesh Bhosale & Satyam Anandjee	Satyam Anandjee [11]	Sukhnidhan Mishra	2021
Krishna Bhajan	Bata De More Shyam	Soma Ghosh			2022	Sanskar TV Music
Mohabbat Hai Toh Hai	5 ghazals	Soma Ghosh		Shayara Dipti Mishra	2019
Adi Shankaracharya	5 stotras	Soma Ghosh			2018	Sanskar Music
Shiva Rocks	Shiv Stotras and Stutis	Soma Ghosh			2014	Sanskar TV Music
Intezaar	Thumri, Dadra & Tappa	Soma Ghosh			2013	Saregama
Ganapati Ashta Vinayak Vandana	Shree Ganesh Stuti	Soma Ghosh			2012	Sanskar TV Music
Reflections of Raga	Chhota Khayal	Soma Ghosh			2011	Saregama
He’ Shiva	Shiva Stotra & Stutis	Soma Ghosh			2011	Sanskar TV Music
Devi	Devi Stotras	Soma Ghosh			2010	Saregama
Ras Barse again	Jugalbandi Concert with Ustad Bismallah Khan	Soma Ghosh			2010	Times Music
Uski dulhan sajaungi	Ghazals of legendary shayara Parveen Shakir	Soma Ghosh			2009	Murchhana Audio & World Wide Records
Ishq	Ghazals of legendary shayara Parveen Shakir	Soma Ghosh			2009	Murchhana Audio & World Wide Records
Holi Ke Rang	Rang Darungi	Soma Ghosh			2007	Times Music
Hori	Traditional ‘Hori’ songs	Soma Ghosh			2007	Times Music
Kajari	Bheegi Jaoon Main	Soma Ghosh			2007	Times Music
Whispers of Jasmine	Recital of poems	Soma Ghosh		Dr A P J Abdul Kalam	2006	N.A.Classical
Aradhana	Rendition of bhajans	Soma Ghosh		Ustad Bismillah Khan Sahab	2003	Times Music
Ras Barse	Jugalbandi Concert with Ustad Bismallah Khan	Soma Ghosh			2001	Times Music
Hori	Recital of poems	Soma Ghosh		Kaviyatri Maya Govind	1999	Sagarika
Khayal	Ragas Lalit and Kalawati	Soma Ghosh			1997	Sagarika
Kal Ke Kalakar Series	Chhota Khayal	Soma Ghosh			1993	His Master's Voice
Singles	Song	Singer	Composer	Lyricist	Year of Release	Released By
1.	Tan Dhoya Kyun Mann Nahi Dhoya re	Soma Ghosh			2022	Sanskar TV Music
2.	Manjhi Song	Soma Ghosh	Rajeev Mahavir	Smt. Ankita Khatri	2019	T-Series
3.	Chaand Tanha	Soma Ghosh			2015	World Wide Records
4.	Shree Ganesh Stotra	Soma Ghosh			2012	World Wide Records

Awards

• Padma Shri in 2016 ^[6]

• Big Star IMA Award for best Ghazal track of the year 2010-11 for "Faasle Aise Bhi Honge". ^[12]

Books

Dr. Soma Ghosh, a protégé of Bharat Ratna Ustad Bismillah Khan, launched her book "Baba & Me," providing insights into the life of the legendary shehnai maestro. ^[13]

References

1. Murthy, Neeraja (6 January 2017). "Soma Ghosh's tryst with classical music". The Hindu. ISSN   0971-751X . Retrieved 3 July 2024.
2. Service, Tribune News. "An evening dedicated to Benaras". Tribuneindia News Service. Retrieved 10 July 2022.
3. "'Award is nothing but guru's blessing': Soma Ghosh". The Hindu. 14 April 2016. ISSN   0971-751X . Retrieved 10 July 2022.
4. "'Bageshwari Devi added glory to Banaras gharana'". The Times of India. 22 April 2023. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 3 July 2024.
5. "In the company of legends". The Hindu. 1 October 2015. ISSN   0971-751X . Retrieved 3 July 2024.
6. Naidu, Sitara Suresh (16 July 2019). "Lofty khayal". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 10 July 2022.
7. "Indian Oil felicitates Soma Ghosh on Women's Day". Free Press Journal. Retrieved 10 July 2022.
8. "A digital music concert on the death anniversary of Ustad Bismillah Khan". The Times of India. 21 August 2020. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 3 July 2024.
9. "Ustad Bismillah Khan to perform in Parliament". Zee News. 23 July 2003. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
10. "Power vacuum for Bismillah".
11. "Satyam Anandjee on Apple Music". Apple Music. Retrieved 14 July 2022.
12. "Dr. Soma Ghosh presents ghazal show". The Indian Express. 15 April 2011. Retrieved 3 July 2024.
13. "Singer Dr. Soma Ghosh, protege of late Ustad Bismillah Khan, launches her book 'Baba & Me', sharing insights into the life of the legendary musician". The Times of India. 17 November 2023. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 3 July 2024.