Flute Workshop by Rajeev Prasanna
About the artist:
Rajeev Prasanna belongs to an illustrious lineage of music as the grandson of the flute maestro Lt. Pandit Raghunath Prasanna. He started learning music at the age of 9 from his grandfather and father, Pt.Ravi Shankar Prasanna. Rajeev Prasanna has collaborated with some of the most celebrated names in Indian music — including Shreya Ghoshal, Sukhwinder Singh, Gulzar Saab, Shankar Mahadevan, Vishal Bhardwaj, Papon, Sona Mohapatra, and Harshdeep Kaur.
He has mesmerized audiences across the globe with his performances at prestigious venues like the Dolby Theater, SSE Arena Wembley, Microsoft theatre in Los Angeles and many more. His artistry has also shone on iconic television platforms such as MTV Unplugged, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, Coke Studio, GIMA Awards, IIFA Awards, Mirchi Music Awards, and Comedy Nights with Kapil Sharma.
Rajeev’s flute has breathed magic into the melodies of legendary shows like Naagin and Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, and has added soul to blockbuster films such as Jugjugg Jeeyo, Kesari, and Laal Singh Chaddha. Even the iconic 20th Century Fox studio tune carries the enchanting touch of his flute — a testament to his versatility and global appeal
About the Workshop:
Flute in Bollywood and Beyond.
Dive into the art of composing, improvising, and storytelling through melody; from classical roots to Bollywood and contemporary soundscapes.
Explore the Prasanna Family’s signature gayaki ang style, blending vocal nuance with expressive flute playing.
The workshop will cover the following:
Prasanna Gharana Techniques
Master the gayaki ang (vocal-style playing) and unique fingering & breath control techniques perfected by the Prasanna family.
Flute for Bollywood & Beyond
Learn how to create and ideate for film music, blending classical precision with cinematic flair.
Breaking Myths of Flute Playing
Discover Pt. Ravi Shankar Prasanna’s “Sure-Shot Technique”—insights from his book that redefine how the flute can truly sing.
This is for intermediate/Advanced level students with learning experience of 4 years onwards.