Feelings

Feelings is an Indian classical music album by santoor maestro Shivkumar Sharma. The album was released on January 1, 1985. It is an instrumental release featuring the santoor as the primary instrument. The album contains two tracks, both titled "Feelings."

Shivkumar Sharma composed and performed the pieces on Feelings. The album showcases the santoor in a solo setting, emphasizing its melodic and rhythmic capabilities within the framework of Indian classical music. The tracks explore raga-based improvisations, characteristic of Sharma’s style.

The label for Feelings is not specified in available sources. The album does not include accompanying musicians or additional instrumentation. The two tracks share the same title but differ in their musical development and improvisational structure.

Shivkumar Sharma, born on January 13, 1938, in Jammu, is a prominent exponent of the santoor in Indian classical music. He is credited with elevating the santoor from a folk instrument to a concert staple. His contributions to the genre include innovations in playing technique and repertoire expansion.