Kesarbai Kerkar
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Kesarbai Kerkar (13 July 1892 – 16 September 1977) was an Indian classical vocalist of the Jaipur-Atrauli gharana.[1] A protege of Ustad Alladiya Khan (1855–1946), the founder of the gharana, from age sixteen, she went on to become one of the most noted khayal singers of the second half of the 20th century.[2][3][4]
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Birth name | Kesarbai Kerkar |
Born | (1892-07-13)13 July 1892 |
Origin | Keri, Goa |
Died | 16 September 1977(1977-09-16) (aged 85) |
Genres | Hindustani classical music – Khayal |
Occupation(s) | Hindustani classical vocalist |
Years active | 1930-1964 |
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She was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1953, followed by Padma Bhushan is the third highest civilian award in India, in 1969.[5]