Abhijit Sengupta is a renowned classical music artist from India. He was born on 15th August 1975 in Kolkata, West Bengal. Abhijit was born into a family of musicians, and his father, Shri Tarapada Sengupta, was a well-known tabla player. Abhijit's father recognized his son's talent at a young age and started training him in tabla playing. Abhijit's early years were spent in Kolkata, where he received his initial training in tabla playing from his father. He also received guidance from other renowned tabla players such as Pandit Shankar Ghosh and Pandit Anindo Chatterjee. Abhijit's dedication and hard work paid off, and he soon became a proficient tabla player. Abhijit's first major performance was at the age of 12, where he accompanied his father on stage. The audience was impressed by Abhijit's skill and talent, and he received a standing ovation. This performance marked the beginning of Abhijit's career as a tabla player. Abhijit continued to hone his skills and performed at various concerts and festivals across India. He also started collaborating with other musicians and artists, which helped him gain exposure and recognition. Abhijit's talent and dedication soon caught the attention of renowned musicians, and he started receiving invitations to perform at international concerts and festivals. One of Abhijit's most memorable performances was at the Royal Albert Hall in London, where he performed with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. The performance was a fusion of Indian classical music and Western classical music, and it received critical acclaim. Abhijit's tabla playing was particularly praised for its precision and clarity. Abhijit has also collaborated with other renowned musicians such as Zakir Hussain, Ravi Shankar, and Hariprasad Chaurasia. These collaborations have helped Abhijit gain exposure to different styles of music and have helped him develop his own unique style. Abhijit's talent and dedication have earned him several awards and accolades. He has received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, which is one of the highest honors in the field of Indian classical music. He has also received the Padma Shri, which is one of the highest civilian awards in India. Abhijit continues to perform and collaborate with other musicians and artists. He also teaches tabla playing to students from around the world. Abhijit's dedication to his art and his commitment to preserving and promoting Indian classical music have made him one of the most respected and admired musicians in India.

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