Gwalior Gharana · Hindustani Classical Vocalist

Ayush Sharma

Vocalist · Vocal Coach

More than a decade of taleem in Hindustani classical music — carrying forward the Gwalior gharana through performance, teaching, and the quiet discipline of riyaz.

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Parichaya

About Ayush

Ayush Sharma performing, holding a tanpura

Shri Ayush Sharma Ji is a dedicated Hindustani classical vocalist and educator with over a decade of training, performance, and teaching experience. Rooted in the rich tradition of the Gwalior Gharana, his musical journey began under the guidance of Shri Vishwajit Bhattacharya Ji of the Banaras Gharana, where he received training in both classical and semi-classical music. He continues his advanced taleem under Dr. Anshuman Bhattacharya Ji, refining his understanding of raga architecture, voice culture, and the intricate aesthetics of the Gwalior, Agra, and Jaipur traditions.

Alongside classical khayal and semi-classical forms, he also performs bhajans — devotional music that carries the same taleem into a more intimate, meditative register. Currently, he mentors 100+ students across the globe, helping aspiring musicians build a strong foundation in Hindustani music through a structured and student-centric approach.

Today he balances the stage with the classroom, coaching students across colleges, academies and private sessions in the techniques, ragas, and performance sensibility passed down to him by his own gurus.

Based in Delhi, India
Tradition Gwalior Gharana
Training 10+ years
Languages Hindi · English
Guru-Shishya Parampara

Musical Journey & Gurus

First Taleem · 4 years

Shri Vishwajit Bhattacharya ji

Ayush's initial training began under the able guidance of Shri Vishwajit Bhattacharya ji, who taught him classical and semi-classical vocal styles for four formative years — laying the foundation his voice still stands on.

Ongoing · Last 6 years

Dr. Anshuman Bhattacharya ji

Ayush's traditional taleem of the Gwalior gharana was initiated by Anshuman Bhattacharya ji, under whom he has continued learning for the past five years — deepening his command over the gharana's distinct grammar and aesthetics.

Certification

Prayag Sangeet Samiti — Prabhaakar

Completed Prabhaakar (6th year) in Hindustani Vocal Music, a formal milestone marking years of structured classical study.

2021 – Present

Faculty Of Music & Fine Arts

Completed a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Hindustani Music at Hindu College, and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Hindustani Music at the Faculty of Music & Fine Arts, Delhi University.

Present

Teacher, in turn

Certified through the Artium Teacher Training & Certification Program, Ayush now passes on this same lineage of taleem to his own students — across colleges, academies, and one-on-one sessions.

Shiksha

Academic Qualifications

Faculty of Music & Fine Arts

Delhi University
  • Currently pursuing Master of Arts in Hindustani Music
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Hindustani Music, Hindu College

Prayag Sangeet Samiti

Certification
  • Completed Prabhaakar (6th year) in Hindustani Vocal Music

Artium Academy

Teacher Training
  • Completed the Artium Teacher Training & Certification Program, meeting evaluation standards as a Certified Teacher

Lovely Public Sr. Sec. School

East Delhi
  • Intermediate (PCM), CBSE — 2019–20
  • Matriculation, CBSE — 2017–18
Anubhava

Career & Teaching Experience

2021 – Present

Private Online / Offline Classes

Providing personalised instruction in Hindustani vocal music, focusing on vocal technique, understanding of classical ragas, and performance skills.

Feb 2025 – Present

Vocal Coach, MUSOC

Sri Guru Nanak Dev Khalsa College, Delhi University

Mentors and trains students of the college's music society in Hindustani classical and semi-classical vocal music.

Dec 2024 – Present

Hindustani Vocal & Film Music Faculty

Artium Academy (Online)

Delivers online training across levels, spanning traditional Hindustani classical music and contemporary film music.

Aug 2024 – Present

Vocal Mentor

Theia Institute of Vocal Arts (Online)

Mentors students in Hindustani vocal music, helping them explore raga depth and strengthen vocal expression.

June 2025 – March 2026

Vocal Faculty

IKIGAI SCHOOL OF MUSIC & FINE ARTS (PATEL NAGAR)

Mentoring students in the art of Hindustani vocal music, helping them explore the depth of ragas, strengthen their vocal expression.

July 2024 – Feb 2025

Hindustani Vocal Faculty

Muzigal Academy, Shakti Nagar

Taught students of various levels, helping them build a strong foundation in Hindustani classical music.

Aug – Nov 2023

Senior Hindustani Music Faculty

Jampd Academy of Music, Noida

Instructed advanced vocal techniques, curated performance repertoires, and contributed to the academy's academic excellence.

Samman

Achievements & Recognitions

National Level · 2023

Winner, 40th Surtarang

National-level competition organised by Sangam Kala Group, telecast on Doordarshan.

National Level · 2026

Second Runner-Up — Hindustani Classical Vocal Music

Secured Second Runner-Up position in the Anurag National-Level Competition for Hindustani Classical Vocal Music.

State Level · 2022

First Position — Vocal Music

Sangam Kala Group state-level competition, category of vocal music.

Inter-Class · 2023

Second Position — Classical Music

Faculty of Music and Fine Arts, Delhi University competition.

State / District · 2016–2020

Zonal Level Competitions

Directorate of Education — first and second positions across classical and semi-classical categories.

Delhi · 2019

CBSE 90th Anniversary Sammelan

Performed at Delhi's Vigyan Bhawan for the CBSE 90th anniversary celebration.

State / District · 2016

Kala Utsav

Govt. of NCT of Delhi — first and second place in Indian classical music, state and district levels respectively.

Suniye

Listen & Watch

Hindustani Classical Recital Bhajan Doordarshan Telecast Rudrashtakam
Anubhuti

The Riyaz Journal

Reflection

What my guru never explained

Some lessons in Hindustani music aren't taught in words — they arrive slowly, through repetition, until one day the meend simply happens on its own.

Performance Notes

Backstage before Surtarang

A short account of nerves, warm-ups, and the last few minutes before stepping onto a national stage.

For Students

Why riyaz matters more than talent

Notes for students starting their own taleem — on discipline, patience, and building a voice one raga at a time.

Sampark

Get in Touch

Location East Delhi, India
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