Shri Emani Shankara Sastry

Shri Emani Shankara Sastry
Born: Jan 1, 1922
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Died: Jan 1, 1987
Biography: Emani Shankara Sastry (1922-1987) was a well-established vina player whose reputation extended to Europe and North America. One of his most prominent works abroad appeared in CBS (France)'s Musiques & Traditions du Monde series in 1975 under the title Inde Du Sud -- L'Art Du Vina (CBS 80213), on which ...Read full biography
Veena Padmashree Emani Shankara Sastry
Released: 1993
Label: Magnasound/OMI
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One of best-regarded and longest-established vina players. ~ Ken Hunt, All Music Guide ...Read full review
Art of the Vina
Released: 1987
Label: Playasound
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The vina, an ancestor of the sitar, is the most important instrument of the South Indian Carnatic tradition. Shri Sastry is an heir to several generations of vina virtuosity. This 1974 recording (48+ minutes) ...Read full review
More Shri Emani Shankara Sastry albums: Main Albums (2), Singles & EPs (4)
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