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Rajhesh Vaidhya

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Biography

Rajhesh Vaidhya was born into a rich musical environment. He inherited his indigenous talents from his father Sri.K.M. Vaidyanathan, a stalwart both in mridangam and ghatam, who also decided Rajhesh’s career in music. Another beacon in Rajhesh Vaidhya’s life was the Carnatic veena maestro Shri Chitti Babu under whose tutelage Rajhesh learned the finest nuances of veena. A dream come true for Rajhesh as he is under tutelage by the living legend Sri.L.Shenkar presently.

Apart from his blistering speed, performance is distinguished by his use of electric and amplified strings.He is a part of the multi-starred phenomenal international album “Playing For Change.”

In 2001 Rajhesh was honored with the title “Shree Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam Aasthana Vidwan” and in 2011 he was honored with the prestigious title “Kalaimamani.” Within the veena and south Indian music tradition, he is undoubtedly one of the most intriguing and technically beguiling artists.

Raghuvamsa Sudha | Veena Solo | Live Outside

 

 

How we met:

PFC music producer Enzo Buono has been working with Rajhesh for a number of years. Enzo has always thought of Rajhesh as one of the most talented musicians he has worked with in his entire career, and had been waiting for a moment and a project like PFC to include him in. His Veena playing is remarkable and not only an audible explosion, but also a visual delight.

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Audion | Song Around The World

Jul 31, 2020

2018: What A Year

Dec 31, 2018

All Along The Watchtower | Song Around The World

Apr 20, 2018

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Apr 10, 2018

Listen to the Music | Song Around The World

Mar 09, 2018

Dhwani | Live Outside

Oct 12, 2016

Peace Through Music | Documentaries

Nov 21, 2014

The Filmmakers’ Journey of Peace Through Music

Groove In G

Apr 21, 2011

Imagine

Jan 07, 2011

Raghuvamsa Sudha – Rajesh Vaidhya | Live Outside

Sep 20, 2010

One Love | Song Around The World

Feb 05, 2009

Don’t Worry | Songs Around The World

Jan 22, 2009

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