Santoor Maestro Pandit Shivkumar Sharma Passes Away At 84, Tributes Pour In From PM Modi And Others
I am not a very ardent classical music fan but I have heard my parents heap praises on some of the most talented and veteran Indian classical musicians. And Pandit Shivkumar Sharma’s name was among the top on that list. But it is a sad day for classical music lovers across the country today. Santoor maestro Pandit Shivkumar Sharma passed away at the age of 84.
He suffered a heart attack at 9 AM and as per reports, his family has said that he was active and was supposed to perform in Bhopal next week. Even though Pandit Shivkumar Sharma was on regular dialysis, he had an active lifestyle.
Tributes For Pandit Shivkumar Sharma
Tributes have been pouring in for the late music composer from politicians and other musicians and actors as well. Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted that ‘our cultural world has become poorer with the demise of Pandit Shivkumar Sharma Ji’. Singer Adnan Sami also went on to tweet that he is devasted upon hearing the sad news about his ‘guru’. Grammy award-winning musician Ricky Kej also tweeted that Pandit Shivkumar Sharma’s demise has left ‘a huge void in the global music landscape’. Check out their tweets below.
Our cultural world is poorer with the demise of Pandit Shivkumar Sharma Ji. He popularised the Santoor at a global level. His music will continue to enthral the coming generations. I fondly remember my interactions with him. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 10, 2022
I am devastated by the sad news of my Guru Pandit #ShivkumarSharma ji’s demise.
I owe my Indian Classical Music education to him & he was an inspiration to me.
He was not just the ‘Father of the Santoor’ but was also one of the greatest musicians of our times.
RIP Shiv ji..🙏💔 pic.twitter.com/5kCc8Jy97l— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) May 10, 2022
Music drenched in Divinity 🌟
RIP Maestro 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Grateful for your music 😇
Pandit #ShivkumarSharma ji#santoor 🎵✨ pic.twitter.com/qdM4ZjK1NX— Urmila Matondkar (@UrmilaMatondkar) May 10, 2022
Amazing musician and composer.. a man that always was kind and forever smiling … the beautiful sounds from his #Santoor will forever be present in our hearts .. condolences to Rahul and all the family 🙏🙏 #ShivkumarSharma
— Shekhar Kapur (@shekharkapur) May 10, 2022
Deeply saddened to learn about the demise of the Santoor legend, Padma Vibhushan Pt. #ShivKumarSharma Ji.
His demise creates an unfillable void in the field of music. His works will continue to reverberate in our ears.
I pray to god for sadgati of the departed soul.
ॐ शान्ति🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/AQzkPJAwym— Sunil Deodhar (@Sunil_Deodhar) May 10, 2022
I pay my homage to Santoor maestro #PadmaVibhushan Pt. #ShivkumarSharma.
It's an irreparable loss for the entire music world.
He had made India proud & was recognized all over the world for his music.
He was a great ambassador of Indian Classical music & culture.
Om Shanti! pic.twitter.com/h9YYJYMpIk— Prakash Javadekar (@PrakashJavdekar) May 10, 2022
Devastated by the passing of musical legend PadmaVibhushan Pandit Shivkumar Sharma ji. A legend of not just classical music, but also mainstream film music. He has left a huge void in the global music landscape, his music will echo in eternity. #ShivKumarSharma pic.twitter.com/Zcxqg1tATK
— Ricky Kej (@rickykej) May 10, 2022
Several Twitter users also went on to pour in tributes for the late santoor maestro.
A collosal loss to the world of music! Shiv Kumar Sharma gave santoor, once a little known instrument from J&K, a classical status and exalted it along with other, more traditional and famous instruments such as sitar and sarod. Adieu, maestro!#ShivKumarSharma pic.twitter.com/1EfnfrvASM
— Arka Bhaduri (@arkabhaduri90s) May 10, 2022
The classical music world has lost yet another gem. #ShivkumarSharma was a not just a Santoor Maestro, but an institution in himself. My deepest condolences to his fans, family & followers. May his soul RIP. pic.twitter.com/57rlrgTjIc
— Atul Tiwari (@iTiwariAtul) May 10, 2022
A quiet part of me leaves today as I hear you depart for your heavenly aboard.
From radio to cassettes and CDs to now Spotify, my playlist begins with your Santoor, Pandit ji 🙏
You shall always live in me through your tunes which play daily without fail. #ShivkumarSharma pic.twitter.com/LxTyB0KVKV
— Namrata Shah (@namratawrites) May 10, 2022
There are no goodbyes.
Wherever you'll be, You'll be in our 💕
RIP 🙏 Indian Music Composer Santoor Maestro #ShivKumarSharma pic.twitter.com/Ty3p8w8EYp— Tejasveni Joun (@its_TejSM834) May 10, 2022
The passing away of Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharmaji marks the end of an era. He was the pioneer of Santoor and his contribution is unparalleled. For me, it’s a personal loss and I will miss him no end. May his soul rest in peace. His music lives on forever! Om Shanti 🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/GcLSF0lSh2
— Amjad Ali Khan (@AAKSarod) May 10, 2022
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More About The Late Pandit Shivkumar Sharma
This great musician was born in 1938 in Jammu and is said to be the first Indian musician to have played classical music on the santoor. He was also bestowed with the Padma Vibhushan award. He has contributed greatly to Indian films and is known for his music in Chandni, Lamhe and Faasle. Pandit Shivkumar Shanker also composed music with Hariprasad Chaurasia for various Hindi films like Silsila.
Image courtesy – Maharashtra Times
