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Pratima Banerjee

DOB : 18-10-1930
Date of death: 19-10-2011
Lived For : 80 Years
Star Sign : Libra
Gender : Female

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Pratima Banerjee was a renowned Bengali singer who made significant contributions to the world of Indian classical music. She was born on October 18, 1930, in Kolkata, India, and was known for her soulful renditions of traditional Bengali songs. Pratima Banerjee began her musical career as a child prodigy, and by the age of six, she had started performing on stage. She received her formal training in music from some of the greatest gurus of Indian classical music, including Pandit Ravi Shankar Born on April 7, 1920, in Banaras, Uttar Pradesh, >> Read More... and Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan Ali Khan was a renowned actor of Hindi Cinema. He >> Read More... . She was an accomplished singer who had a vast repertoire of music, ranging from classical ragas to devotional songs.

She had a distinctive voice that was both powerful and expressive, and her performances were known for their soul-stirring effect on audiences. Throughout her career, Pratima Banerjee received numerous accolades for her contributions to Indian music. She received several prestigious awards, including the Padma Shri, the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, and the Banga Bibhushan Award. In 2003, she was awarded the Sangeet Samman by the West Bengal government for her lifetime contribution to Indian classical music.

Apart from her solo performances, Pratima Banerjee was also a member of the famous Gandharva choir, which was established by Pandit V. D. Paluskar. She had also worked extensively with All India Radio and had recorded several albums of Bengali songs. Pratima Banerjee passed away on October 19, 2011, leaving behind a rich legacy of music. Her contributions to Indian classical music continue to inspire aspiring musicians and will be remembered for generations to come.