taalmagic 7th anniversary celebrations

Vidushi Sashikala Dani Ji is India's only performing female Hindustani Jal Tarang player.

Vidushi Shashikala Dani is a distinguished Hindustani musician and the only female exponent currently performing on the unique and rare instrument, the Jaltarang. A versatile artiste with over four decades of concert and teaching experience, she has made significant contributions to Indian classical music. An All India Radio graded artiste in both Jaltarang and the Gamaka genre of light music, Vidushi Shashikala Dani is renowned for her enchanting performances that span a wide range of genres, including Hindustani classical, semi-classical, light, and folk music. Her mastery of the Jaltarang has captivated audiences and earned acclaim from musicians and connoisseurs alike. She has performed extensively across India, enchanting listeners in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Delhi, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Arunachal Pradesh, showcasing her exceptional artistry and dedication to this unique musical tradition.

Shashikala Dani was born in Kalaghatagi, a village in the Dharwad district of Karnataka, to Rukmini and Pt. D. R. Warang. Coming from a musical family, she began her journey in music at a young age under the guidance of her father and guru, Pandit D. R. Warang. Immersed in the rich atmosphere of Hindustani music throughout her childhood, she absorbed its nuances while accompanying her father to his music classes and concerts.

A Bachelor of Arts graduate, Shashikala currently resides in Hubballi with her husband, Shri Arun Dani, son of the eminent journalist and T.S.R. Awardee, the late Shri Surendra Dani. Renowned as the only female Hindustani Jaltarang performer, she has mastered this rare instrument, skillfully overcoming its inherent challenges to deliver captivating performances. After serving with dedication at the State Bank of Mysore for 33 years, Shashikala has devoted herself to preserving, developing, and promoting the Jaltarang. As one of the few remaining exponents of this unique instrument, she continues to work tirelessly to ensure its enduring legacy.

Source: https://danisangeeta.com/shashikala-dani/

Taalmagic is honoured to host this illustrious musical genius on the occasion of our 7th anniversary celebrations.

DATE: February 01, 2026 at 7:00PM IST
Venue: Bloom Creative Zone (Neotown), Electronic City Phase 1, Bengaluru 560100

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