Ustad Vilayat Khan - Sitar
In the world of the Indian classical music, Ustad Vilayat Khan occupies a pre-eminent place. There are few to equal him in his mastery and creativity on the sitar, and his music has made him a living legend. Born in a family of outstanding musicians that trace their roots to the 16th century, Khansahib learned from his father Ustad Inayat Khan.

Ustad Vilayat Khan's greatest contribution to Indian music is introduction of "Gayaki Ang" or the adaptation of vocal music into in instrumental style, which can be described as lyrical and poetic rather than flashy. He is also known for many film compositions.

Pandit Ravi Shankar - Sitar
Pandit Ravi Shankar is easily the most famed Indian musician in the world. Outside of his well known involvement with the Beatles, he has made almost countless contributions in the Indian classical music world. His career which spans nearly 50 years has been one of ceaseless activity and innovation. 

Trained by the universally revered Ustad Allaudin Khan of Maihar, Pandit Shankar continued the pioneering spirit of his master. In addition to his Sitar playing, which his has made an institution world-wide, he is equally active as a composer of film, orchestra, chamber and classical dance music. Panditji is has also been active as a teacher, training a host of instrumentalist of the next generation, including guitarist Visha Mohan Bhatt and santoor player Tarun Bhattacharya.