YourClassical
Freds Favorites

Remembering Ravi Shankar

Remembering Ravi Shankar
Pandit Ravi Shankar
Sitar legend Pandit Ravi Shankar
Michael Collopy

Ravi Shankar has died at age 92. He was a legendary sitar player who introduced Indian classical music to Western audiences first through his collaboration with violinist Yehudi Menuhin, then with rock guitarist George Harrison of the Beatles, and later through countless projects with musicians of all genres.

Listen to a highlight from Fred Child's 2005 interview with Ravi Shankar. He talks about his first year living away from his family and studying sitar with his guru and then how his relationship with daughter Anoushka changed when he became her teacher. This interview was recorded for Performance Today at NPR.

Love the music?

Donate by phone
1-800-562-8440

Show your support by making a gift to YourClassical.

Each day, we’re here for you with thoughtful streams that set the tone for your day – not to mention the stories and programs that inspire you to new discovery and help you explore the music you love.

YourClassical is available for free, because we are listener-supported public media. Take a moment to make your gift today.

More Ways to Give

Your Donation

$5/month
$10/month
$15/month
$20/month
$

Latest Freds Favorites Episodes

VIEW ALL EPISODES

Latest Freds Favorites Episodes

VIEW ALL EPISODES
<!--DO NOT REMOVE-CONTENTS PLACED HERE-->