Ashwini Bhide-Deshpande is a celebrated vocalist in the Hindustani classical music tradition. Born into a musically inclined family in Mumbai, India, she represents the illustrious Jaipur-Atrauli gharana, a school known for its rigor and depth in classical interpretation. A disciple of her mother Manik Bhide, Ashwini delved into the world of music with a natural ease, exhibiting a mastery over the nuances of khayal, a form of classical singing which is characterized by improvisational exploration of ragas. She has also received guidance from Ratnakar Pai, a stalwart of the Jaipur gharana.

Bhide-Deshpande’s musical repertoire is marked by her soulful renditions and her intellectual approach to the art, epitomized by her selection of complex and rare ragas. With a Ph.D. in Biochemistry, her scientific precision seamlessly blends with her artistic sensitivity, resulting in performances that resonate with connoisseurs and novices alike. Her albums like "Raga of the Soul - Raga Nayaki Kanhada" and "Divinity and Beyond" showcase her nuanced understanding and emotive expression, while projects like "Healing Mantras for Diabetes" reflect her innovative spirit to engage with music’s therapeutic aspects. Awarded numerous accolades, Ashwini Bhide-Deshpande remains a distinguished name in classical Indian music, carving her niche within the traditional structures of the gharana while also pushing the boundaries through her musical explorations.

Genres

Hindustani Classical

Hindustani Vocal

Indian Classical

Khayal

Latest Release

Raga of the Soul - Raga Nayaki Kanhada

Ashwini Bhide-Deshpande

Single - Released October 6, 2023