The Heavenly Sound of Santoor

Shivkumar Sharma released The Heavenly Sound of Santoor in 1977. The album features three ragas on the santoor, a Kashmiri hammered dulcimer. Sharma pioneered its use as a solo instrument in Hindustan

The Heavenly Sound of Santoor is an Indian classical music album by santoor maestro Shivkumar Sharma. The album was released on January 1, 1977. It features instrumental performances on the santoor, a traditional hammered dulcimer from the Kashmir region of India.

Shivkumar Sharma recorded the album as a solo artist. The primary format of the release is an audio recording, though specific physical media details are not available in the provided context. The album contains three tracks, each showcasing distinct ragas and taals.

The first track, Raga Rageshwari, includes two sections: Madhyalaya set to Jaytaal and Drut set to Tritaal. The second track, Raga Sohni, is performed in Ektaal. The third track, Mishra Tilang, is set to Taal Kaharwa. These compositions highlight Sharma’s technical precision and improvisational skill on the santoor.

The album represents a key work in the evolution of the santoor as a solo instrument in Hindustani classical music. Shivkumar Sharma’s contributions to the album established its significance in the genre’s discography. The label associated with the release is not specified in the provided context.