Hindol Deb
Learn from a Master
Sitarist · Composer · Educator
Where the ancient raga meets the jazz improvisation — exploring the infinite possibilities at the crossroads of Indian classical music and the world.
Samhita — Sitar with Crossover Large Ensemble · 2025
The Artist
Where Ancient Ragas
Meet the Modern World
Sitarist and composer Hindol Deb fearlessly blends Indian classical music with jazz, flamenco, Nordic folk, and contemporary Western classical traditions. Trained by his father Sri Panchanan Sardar and renowned gurus Pandit Santosh Bannerji and Pandit Deepak Choudhury, Hindol later refined his artistry with a Master's in Jazz at the University of Music in Cologne.
Praised for his technical finesse and deep musical maturity, Hindol creates vivid soundscapes by weaving ragas with psychoacoustic precision. His performances have captivated audiences from major festivals in India to celebrated stages across Europe and the US.
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Featured Tracks
Stream selected pieces from my albums on Spotify, Apple Music, and Bandcamp
Tour
Upcoming Performances
OMM
India Week
Moving Cultures Festival
Bochum Symphoniker
Berlin Philharmonic Hall
Festspiele
Lessons & Workshops
Begin Your Journey
Into the Raga
Whether you are a complete beginner drawn to the sitar's otherworldly resonance, or an experienced musician seeking to deepen your understanding of Indian classical music and raga theory, Hindol offers tailored private lessons and intensive workshops.
Private Sitar Lessons
One-on-one lessons tailored to your level, from beginner to advanced.
Indian Music Theory
Deep dives into raga, tala, modal harmony, and the philosophy of sound.
Intensive Workshops
Weekend and week-long workshops for musicians and curious listeners alike.
Online & In-Person
Lessons available globally via video call or in-person in Cologne, Germany.
Voices
What People Say
"Hindol's teaching is transformative. He doesn't just teach notes — he teaches you to listen to the space between them."
Sarah M.
Sitar Student, Cologne
"The workshop opened my ears to a completely new world. Hindol has a rare gift for making ancient music feel urgently alive."
Thomas K.
Jazz Musician, Hamburg
"His performances are unlike anything I've experienced. The raga unfolds like a conversation with the cosmos."
Priya R.
Concert Audience, Frankfurt
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