An internationally acclaimed flutist of India, Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia is a very popular and eminent artiste par excellence who is known for his outstanding contribution in popularizing Indian Classical Music all over the world. His consummate artistry has distinguished him as the greatest living master of the North Indian Bamboo Flute, acclaimed both at home and abroad. He has received many prestigious awards and recognition most noted among them are Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, Sangeet Natak Academy, Ordres des Arts et Lettres, France, Padma Vibhushan and many others.