Pandit Jasraj, an Indian classical vocalist, belonging to the Mewati Gharana passed away at 90 in New Jersey, US on Monday, his daughter Durga Jasraj confirmed.
He celebrated his 90th birthday in January this year.
One of India's greatest music legends, Pandit Jasraj leaves behind a storied legacy spanning almost eight decades.
Pandit's musical career spanned more than 80 years and has been conferred with Padma Shri (1975), Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (1987), Padma Bhushan (1990) and Padma Vibhushan (2000) among others.
Pandit Jasraj was globally known for his devotional composition. His songs Govind Damodar Madhveti, Baba Ompuri Katha, Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya, Shri Madhurashtakam, Shiv Dhun, Om Namah Shivay are counted among the best composed devotional songs.
Shiv Raksha Stotram composed by Pandit in 2002 gave him global accreditation.
In addition to performing classical music, Jasraj has worked to popularise semi-classical musical styles, such as Haveli Sangeet, which involves semi-classical performances in temples. He has also sung classical and semi-classical compositions for film soundtracks, such as the song, 'Vandana Karo'.
Here are his top 10 songs:
Shiv Raksha Stotram (2002)
Shyam Manohar
Tum Par Vaari
Kajrare Naina
Jal Jamuna
Baaje Baaje Payaliya
Mero Allah
Laage Laa
Aaye Raghuvir
Signature
Mohan Madhur Aaj
In addition to performing classical music, Jasraj has worked to popularise semi-classical musical styles, such as Haveli Sangeet, which involves semi-classical performances in temples. He has also sung classical and semi-classical compositions for film soundtracks, such as the song, 'Vandana Karo'.
Pandit Jasraj- Best Songs- Medley
Listen to other best compositions of Pandit Jasraj:
