Mukul Kulkarni [Gwalior Gharana]
Mukul started learning Hindustani classical vocal at the age of 11. His initial training started under the able guidance of Shri N.G. Paramane (disciple of Pt. Sadashivraobuwa Jadhav, Kirana Gharana). He picked up the nuances of music under the guidance of Mrs. Sukhada Kane, Kolhapur (Disciple of Pt. Limayebuwa and Pt. D.V. Kanebuwa) while pursuing Engineering studies.
Presently, Mukul is taking taleem under the watchful eyes of Pt. Vikas Kashalkar of Gwalior-Jaipur Gharana. Pt. Vikas Kashalkar is a disciple of legendary Pt. Gajananrao Joshi of Gwalior Gharana.
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Mukul has provided vocal support to many renowned artists on Tanpura. He has travelled extensively with Guruji Pt. Vikas Kashalkar throughout India for vocal accompaniment. Currently, Mukul is pursuing his Master's Degree in Music at Lalit Kala Kendra, Pune University under the guidance of Guru Pt. Vikas Kashalkar.
Mukul also takes guidance from Pt. Arun Kashalkar, Pt. Sharad Sathe on traditional compositions of 'Gwalior Gharana'.
He is also actively engaged in design and development of Artists-India Gallery. This gallery is designed to promote the rich Indian heritage of performing arts.
Education
- BE Mechanical, First Class with Distinction, 2001
- Diploma in Software Engineering, 2003
- Pursuing Master's degree in Music at Lalit Kala Kendra, Pune University
Scholarships
- Scholarship - Dadar Matunga Cultural Center (DMCC), Mumbai, Since April '03 till date.
- National Scholarship - Center for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT), New Delhi, '93 - '98
Awards
Mukul has participated in all major state level competitions of classical vocal music and has bagged prizes from various prestigious organizations.
- Vamandaji State Level Open Classical Vocal Competition, Kanakavali - 1st Prize, Nov '05
- 'Govindrao Gune Classical Vocal Competition', Kolhapur - 2nd Prize, Jan '06
- 'Yuva Karandak', Classical Vocal Competition, Pune - 1st Prize, Jan '07
- 'Surshastra' and Rotary Club of Thane (N) Classical Vocal Open Competition - 2nd Prize, Feb '05
- Balkrishnabuwa Ichalkaranjikar Smriti Pratishthan, Ichalkaranji - 2nd Prize, Dec '06
Most Appreciated Concerts
- Dadar Matunga Cultural Center, Mumbai, May 18 '08
- Lalit Kala Kendra Annual Sangeet Mahotsav, Gandharva Mahavidyalay, Pune Apr 15 '08: Raag Nand and Ashtapadi (Raag Bahar)
- 'Ganmaitra', Pune Jan 25 '08: Raag Shree, Des, Raag Nayaki Kanada
- Megh-Sagar Utsav Nov 4 '07: Raag Purvi, Raag Bhoop
- Dyanesh Sangeet Vidyalay Vardhapan Din, Alandi Oct 14 '07: Raag LalitaGauri
- Tejas Hall, Pune Feb 10 '07: Raag Purvi, Raag Hameer
- Performed in 'Gandhi Katha Geet' by Shri Naraynbhai Desai. Recorded live at Nehru Stadium, Pune [Feb 10-16 '07] Audio/Video CDs available
- Broadcast on AIR, Mumbai: Raag Hameer Nov 04 '06
- Dadar Matunga Cultural Center, Apr '06: Raag Gaudmalhar and Raag Rayasa Kanada
- Niwara Hall, Pune Mar '06: Raag Bhimapalasi, Raag Yaman
- Vamandaji Smriti Pratishthan, Kanakawali Nov '05: Raag Bihag
- Concert at Phadnis Wada, Bhor on Bhadrapad Pratipada Aug '02: Raag Shyamkalyan
Contact Details
Mukul Kulkarni
404, A2, Rahul Residency,
Indira Shankar Nagari,
Kothrud, Pune - 38