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Mahesh has performed in over 1000 concerts of Indian Classical and Semi-Classical Vocal in India, US, UAE and UK. He has performed in Fusion concerts with famous percussionists like [[Sivamani]] and [[Trilok Gurtu]], and instrumentalists like [[Pedro Eustache]] and Frank Martin. Recently he performed with a well known composer and saxophonist in Jazz George Brooks and groove-master bassist Kai Eckhardt. |
Mahesh has performed in over 1000 concerts of Indian Classical and Semi-Classical Vocal in India, US, UAE and UK. He has performed in Fusion concerts with famous percussionists like [[Sivamani]] and [[Trilok Gurtu]], and instrumentalists like [[Pedro Eustache]] and Frank Martin. Recently he performed with a well known composer and saxophonist in Jazz George Brooks and groove-master bassist Kai Eckhardt. |
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Since early 2010, Mahesh has been playing the central character in Katyar Kaljat Ghusli, the evergreen Sangeet Natak (musical).<ref name=esakal_1>{{cite web|first=सकाळ वृत्तसेवा|title=वसंतरावांच्या सुरील्या कट्यारीला नाविन्याची धार|url=http://72.78.249.107/esakal/20100207/5203134122561014051.htm|publisher=eSakal.com|accessdate=26 July 2011}}</ref> He has been honored with Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Natya Parishad Award for his role in this play. |
Since early 2010, Mahesh has been playing the central character in Katyar Kaljat Ghusli, the evergreen Sangeet Natak (musical).<ref name=esakal_1>{{cite web|first=सकाळ वृत्तसेवा|title=वसंतरावांच्या सुरील्या कट्यारीला नाविन्याची धार|url=http://72.78.249.107/esakal/20100207/5203134122561014051.htm|publisher=eSakal.com|accessdate=26 July 2011}}</ref> He has been honored with Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Natya Parishad Award for his role in this play. Mahesh debuted at the prestiguous Sawai Gandharva Music Festival<ref>{{cite web|title=Sawai Gandharva Music Festival|url=http://sawaigandharvabhimsenmahotsav.com/mahesh-kale}}</ref> (Pune) in 2011 which received generous appreciation. |
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Mahesh is determined to spread awareness and education about Indian classical music in the western world. He has given lecture-demonstrations in various US universities including [[Stanford]] and [[Harvard University]] and was also profiled as Artist of the Month by Harvard Sangeet in March 2008.<ref name=harvard_1>{{cite web|last=Velingker|first=Ameya|title=Artist in Profile - Mahesh Kale|url=http://www.harvardsangeet.org/kale.php|publisher=Harvard Sangeet|accessdate=26 July 2011}}</ref>Recently he performed with a well known composer and saxophonist in Jazz George Brooks and groove-master bassist Kai Eckhardt. |
Mahesh is determined to spread awareness and education about Indian classical music in the western world. He has given lecture-demonstrations in various US universities including [[Stanford]] and [[Harvard University]] and was also profiled as Artist of the Month by Harvard Sangeet in March 2008.<ref name=harvard_1>{{cite web|last=Velingker|first=Ameya|title=Artist in Profile - Mahesh Kale|url=http://www.harvardsangeet.org/kale.php|publisher=Harvard Sangeet|accessdate=26 July 2011}}</ref>Recently he performed with a well known composer and saxophonist in Jazz George Brooks and groove-master bassist Kai Eckhardt. |
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| Background information | |
| Born | 12 January 1976 |
| Origin | Pune, Maharashtra, India |
| Genres | Indian Classical Music, Hindustani Classical Music, Semi-Classical, Devotional, Natya Sangeet |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, music teacher |
| Website | Official site |
Mahesh Kale (Devanagari: महेश काळे) (Born: 1976, Pune, India) is a San Francisco Bay Area (United States) based Indian Classical vocalist renowned for his specialization in Indian Classical (Hindustani), Semi-Classical and Devotional Music including Natya Sangeet.[1] Mahesh Kale is an accomplished vocalist of the new generation with a captivating stage presence, that has along with his uncommon musicality and vocal dexterity, positioned him firmly on the national and international radar of the North Indian Classical Music community. As a disciple of Pandit Jitendra Abhisheki, he has an illustrious pedigree, and his thrilling performances bear this out.
Early life and background
Mahesh was born and raised in a musical family in Pune, Maharashtra, India. He began his early music education under the guidance of his mother Smt. Meenal Kale. She had Masters in Indian Classical Music and was a disciple of Veena Sahasrabuddhe.
Mahesh gave his first solo performance at the age of 3 at Gondavale, with the rendition of a devotional song he mesmerized an audience of over 5000 . At the age of 6 he started learning music formally from his mother Smt. Meenal Kale. Later he learned from Shri Purushottam Gangurde. Despite his young age, Mahesh was chosen as the disciple of legendary Pandit Jitendra Abhisheki in 1991. Under his guidance in a gurukul-like setting, Mahesh was extensively trained in classical and semi-classical forms like thumri, dadra, tappa, bhajans, and marathi natya sangeet for over 8 years.[2] During that time, he accompanied his guru Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki as a vocal support in prestigious concerts all across India. Currently he is receiving vocal guidance from Shri Shounak Abhisheki (son of Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki).[3]
Mahesh holds a Bachelors in Electronics Engineering from University of Pune (India) and a Masters degree in Engineering Management from Santa Clara University (United States).[2]
Career
Mahesh has performed in over 1000 concerts of Indian Classical and Semi-Classical Vocal in India, US, UAE and UK. He has performed in Fusion concerts with famous percussionists like Sivamani and Trilok Gurtu, and instrumentalists like Pedro Eustache and Frank Martin. Recently he performed with a well known composer and saxophonist in Jazz George Brooks and groove-master bassist Kai Eckhardt.
Since early 2010, Mahesh has been playing the central character in Katyar Kaljat Ghusli, the evergreen Sangeet Natak (musical).[4] He has been honored with Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Natya Parishad Award for his role in this play. Mahesh debuted at the prestiguous Sawai Gandharva Music Festival[5] (Pune) in 2011 which received generous appreciation.
Mahesh is determined to spread awareness and education about Indian classical music in the western world. He has given lecture-demonstrations in various US universities including Stanford and Harvard University and was also profiled as Artist of the Month by Harvard Sangeet in March 2008.[6]Recently he performed with a well known composer and saxophonist in Jazz George Brooks and groove-master bassist Kai Eckhardt.
Currently Mahesh is teaching music actively to over 100 students in the San Francisco Bay Area.[1]
Discography
- Prarambh, the beginning
- NatyaSaurabh
- Adhvan
- Introducing Mahesh Kale (by SaReGaMa Records)
- NatyaBhaktiRang (by SaReGaMa Records)
References
- ^ a b Saigal, Rajani. "In Conversation With Mahesh Kale". Lokvani. Retrieved 26 July 2011.
- ^ a b इनामदार, सुभाष. "अमेरिकेत संगीत रूजविणारा मराठी तरूण कलावंत महेश काळे". globalmarathi.com. Retrieved 26 July 2011.
- ^ "Let passion be your driving force". Times of India. 23 August 2010. Retrieved 23 August 2010.
- ^ "वसंतरावांच्या सुरील्या कट्यारीला नाविन्याची धार". eSakal.com. Retrieved 26 July 2011.
{{cite web}}:|first=missing|last=(help) - ^ "Sawai Gandharva Music Festival".
- ^ Velingker, Ameya. "Artist in Profile - Mahesh Kale". Harvard Sangeet. Retrieved 26 July 2011.