Girija Devi
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For the Indian politician, see Girija Devi (politician).
Girija Devi (8 May 1929 – 24 October 2017) was an Indian classical singer of the Seniya and Banaras gharanas. She performed classical and light classical music and helped elevate the profile of thumri. She was dubbed as the 'Queen of Thumri' for her contribution in the genre.[1][2] She died on 24 October 2017.
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Born | 8 May 1929 Benares, Benares State, British India |
Died | 24 October 2017 (aged 88) Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
Genres | Hindustani classical music |
Instrument(s) | vocal |
Years active | 1949–2017 |
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