Pandit Tanmoy Bose, an extraordinary maestro of rhythm, is celebrated globally for hispioneering artistry and international acclaim. His journey to global fame began in his early 20s,performing with stalwarts like Bharat Ratna Pt. Ravi Shankar, Padma Vibhushan UstadAmjad Ali Khan, Padma Vibhushan Dr. L. Subramaniam, Padma Vibhushan Pt. HariPrasad Chaurasia & many more stalwarts of yester years and his generation.
He has graced iconic venues worldwide to name a few, including Carnegie Hall, theHollywood Bowl, Berlin Philharmonie, and Sydney Opera House, Frankfrut OperaHouse, Wellington Town Hall, Chicago Symphony Center, Royal Albert Hall, BarbicanCentre, Theatre du Champs-Élysées captivating audiences with his unique blend of Indianclassical and global rhythms. His groundbreaking projects—Taaltantra, Baul & Beyond,Rhythmania, Dhwani, and Drumz Dreamz—have redefined world music by seamlesslyintegrating Indian traditions with jazz, folk, and indigenous forms.
His journey began with a strong foundation in Indian classical music. Pandit Bose receivedtabla training under Pt. Kanai Dutta and Pt. Shankar Ghosh, harmonium training underMontu Banerjee and Pt. Maharaj Banerjee, and also studied vocal music extensively. Theseinfluences have deeply shaped his versatile and innovative approach to rhythm and melody.
Pandit Bose’s collaborations with Pt. Ravi Shankar and Anoushka Shankar on Grammywinning and nominated albums, such as Full Circle: Carnegie Hall and The Living RoomSessions Part 1, underscore his stature as a cultural icon. He has also made significantcontributions to Bengali folk traditions, bringing forms like Dhaak, Dhamsha, and Baul musicto the global stage. His immense contributions to music have earned him accolades like theSangeet Mahasamman (Govt. of West Bengal), the Sri Chinmoy Culture-Light Award inNew York, and the BrandEdge Bengal-to-Nation Award and many more. He has scoredmusic for many feature films, documentaries & theatres.
A trailblazer in rhythmic innovation, Bose’s works are rooted in Indian ethos while embracinguniversal appeal. He is celebrated as a television presenter, educator, and cultural advocate,mentoring countless artists and promoting inclusivity in music.
Pandit Tanmoy Bose continues to inspire global audiences, bridging the classical and thecontemporary, and creating a vibrant legacy of rhythm, creativity, and cultural dialogue.
"Most people who listened to the Bol Records album of Tanmoy Bose’s tabla solos would hear a flurry of virtuoso drumming played against a repeating melody. Those who like heavy metal or jazz drumming would find this album invigorating and impressive."
"Tanmoy Bose played the relatively familiar tabla, or small pair of drums, with exquisite gentleness and hands flickering on the skins."
India Currents
New York Times
