Roman Das, a distinguished Pakhawaj master and cultural diplomat, seamlessly integrates diverse musical traditions while mentoring future musical leaders.
Roman Das is a progressive and renowned musician, percussionist, composer, and mentor, primarily known for his mastery of the Pakhawaj. With over a decade of dedicated practice, he has emerged as one of India’s most accomplished young Pakhawaj exponents. Continuously evolving, Roman explores various percussion instruments, blending Hindustani, Carnatic, Western, and Indigenous traditions. His performances evoke a surreal, transcendental experience, often compared to the enchantment of autumn’s moon. Roman has enriched his musical knowledge under maestros like the Gundecha Brothers and Ustad Bahauddin Dagar. His accolades include the National Scholarship for Young Artists and the Sangeet Sadhak Samman.
As a cultural diplomat, he has conducted over 50 cultural events internationally. Roman also mentors young musicians through workshops and regular classes at institutions like Trisamvad Foundation and Dhrupad Academy. His devotion to music exemplifies an enduring commitment to cultural enrichment, education, and the preservation of classical traditions.
