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Anoushka Shankar

Indian musician

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developments in South Asian music

In South Asian arts: Interaction with Western music
…he and his daughter, sitarist Anoushka Shankar, performed these compositions to wide international acclaim in the early 21st century. Anoushka, moreover, worked to strengthen the bridge between the classical and popular traditions of India and the West through touring and performing with such bands as the art rock group Jethro…
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use of sitar

In sitar
…early 21st century Shankar’s daughter Anoushka Shankar became a prominent sitar player who joined with musicians from around the world to perform and record original music based on Hindustani principles.
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