Rajeev Janardan is an exponent of Hindustani Classical Music and a torch bearer of the Imdadkhani Etawah Gharana. A charismatic leading sitar artiste of the present generation, his renditions represents the pure essence of a highly revered musical heritage. Initiated into Hindustani Classical Music at the tender age of eight, he blossomed into a true artist under the valuable guidance of his gurus, Pandit Bimlendu Mukherjee and Pandit Arvind Parikh, doyens of the famous ImdadKhani Gharana of Sitar.
Rajeev Janardan is an unparalleled artist; his versatility with the instrument and its techniques combined with his deep understanding of the ragas stands him apart. He has upheld the aesthetic principles of traditional music and has mesmerised the world with his pristine pure, delicate yet fiery music. Being a powerhouse performer, he has gained an extremely respectable reputation, always captivating the audience with his exceptional ability to project beautiful music. He is equally proficient in Rudra Veena and Surbahar. He has performed at all the prestigious festivals in India and has performed extensively abroad.