Mesmerizes 30 Nations with 100-String Magic
The Hundred Strings That Speak to Souls: Pandit Abhay Sopori’s Santoor Revolution
Pandit Abhay Rustum Sopori’s santoor creates music that transcends the boundaries between earth and ether. As the inheritor of a 300-year-old musical legacy and son of legendary Padamashree Pandit Bhajan Sopori, he weaves melodies that carry the profound spirituality of Kashmir’s Sufiana Gharana. His santoor doesn’t merely produce sound it channels what his tradition calls Naad Yoga, where each performance features mellifluous playing, lightning tempo, and the clarity of raga exposition through the unique Sopori Baaj style.
From intimate classical recitals to his ground-breaking Sufi Kinship ensemble featuring 35 musicians, Abhay has carried his instrument across prestigious stages in over 30 countries, proving that the santoors hundred strings can speak a universal language. His compositions blend the ancient with the contemporary from traditional Hindustani classical pieces to innovative Sufi and folk orchestrations creating sonic landscapes where the mystical traditions of Kashmir meet the infinite possibilities of modern musical expression.
Through his artistry, Abhay continues to elevate the santoor from a regional folk instrument to a globally recognized voice of Indian classical music, bridging cultures and generations through the transformative power of sound.
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