Meherdin Langa, an ex-sarpanch of his village, Barnawa, is a versatile musician. He plays many instruments and is one of the very few musicians to master the rare instrument Surinda. While his sarangi provides rhythm to the vocalist, his beautiful melodies of algoja add sweetness in the air. He performs with vocalists such as Bundu

Malaram belongs to a nomadic caste Gawaria who sell bangles and other cosmetic products in villages. He adopted playing an autophone instrument called Morchang (Jaw’s harp) which he learnt from his father. Having performed in multiple cities like Bangalore, Calcutta, Mumbai, Delhi etc, MalaramGawaria plays Morchang most fluently. His rendering of the highs and lows

Hayat Khan is skilled at playing Murli and Misak. The blend of the sounds of his Murli with those of Ram Din khan’s Misak or Surnai is magical. s of his Murli with those of Ram Din khan’s Misak or Surnai is magical. Location: Bhunia, Barmer, Rajasthan Phone: +91 9660961078

For Gula Khan, who comes across as a quiet person, playing the Murli is a means to convey his thoughts to the audience. He strongly believes that this art must be preserved for generations to come. Be it a wedding or a festival, his tunes can light up the ambience instantly. Instrument: Murli Location: Mate katala,

Hakim Khan plays and he is known for the clarity he plays all the notes with. His repertoire includes ragas, jangra shaili geet, Meerabai, Tulsidas, Kalidas and Surdas bhajans. He has also travelled to places for performances. He sings for all occasions such as weddings, births, festivals and other ceremonies. Location: Gram post- Village: Harwa,

Born into a traditional manganiyar community, the skill for playing Kamayacha comes quiet naturally to Chanan Khan. His Kamayacha, which has been passed on to him by his grand father was bought for Rs 7 and has been kept intact since then by his family. Underlining the fact that music has always been the most