The Dagar Brothers hail from a lineage of esteemed Indian classical musicians known for their virtuosity in Dhrupad, one of the oldest forms of North Indian classical music. As inheritors of the Dagarvani tradition, their ancestral roots in music can be traced back to the courts of the Mughals, where their forefathers performed and preserved the purity and profundity this genre is renowned for. The term 'Dagar Brothers' is often applied to multiple generations of Dagar family vocalists who typically perform in duets, a tradition known as jugalbandi.

Typically, the Dagar Brothers refer to a pair of brothers from the Dagar family who have established their reputation as musicians and carried on the legacy of the tradition. Throughout the generations, the brothers have been known for their deep and meditative renditions of classical ragas. They have contributed significantly to the dissemination and preservation of Dhrupad music, tirelessly promoting it both in India and internationally. Their recordings, such as "Raag Multani (Live)," "Golden Raaga Collection III," and "Raga Miyan Ki Todi," exemplify their mastery of the slow, contemplative alap and the rhythmic intricacies of the jor and jhala in Dhrupad singing. Their work serves as a cornerstone for those interested in the spiritual dimensions of Indian classical music, as evidenced by releases like "Shiva Mahadeva: Dhrupad, Classical Vocal Music of North India," which immerse listeners in devotional and meditative soundscapes.

Genres

Dhrupad

Hindustani Vocal

Indian Classical

Latest Release

Raag Multani (Live)

Zia Mohiuddin Dagar•

Dagar Brothers

Single - Released October 14, 2022