Ashwini Bhide Deshpande is a renowned vocalist associated with which Gharana?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4: Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana.
Explanation:
Ashwini Bhide-Deshpande is a renowned vocalist of Hindustani classical music. She primarily belongs to the Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana. She received her musical training from her father and, notably, from her mother, Manik Bhide—who herself was a disciple of the celebrated vocalist Kishori Amonkar.
Additional Facts:
- Kishori Amonkar: She was one of the most celebrated vocalists of the Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana.
- Characteristics of the Gharana: The Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana is distinguished by its intricate *taans* (vocal runs) and its emphasis on singing in *vilambit laya* (slow tempo).
- Other Gharanas:
- Banaras Gharana: Pandit Rajan-Sajan Mishra and Girija Devi (known as the 'Queen of Thumri').
- Kirana Gharana: Ustad Abdul Karim Khan and Pandit Bhimsen Joshi.
- Patiala Gharana: Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan.
Potential Questions for Upcoming Exams:
Question: Who is known as the 'Queen of Thumri'?
Answer: Girija Devi (Banaras Gharana).
Question: To which Gharana did Pandit Bhimsen Joshi belong?
Answer: Kirana Gharana.
Question: Who is considered the founder of the 'Jaipur-Atrauli Gharana' of Hindustani classical music?
Answer: Ustad Alladiya Khan.