Dr. Meenal Mategaonkar represents a true blend of excellence in Music and Engineering Academia. While she has established herself as a successful Hindustani Classical Vocalist, she holds a PhD in Water Resources from IIT Mumbai and currently is a faculty at NMIMS. 

Meenal started learning Hindustrani Classical music at the age of 10 years from Shri Appasaheb Indurkar, Nagpur. Later, Meenal received valuable guidance from Shri Vasantrao Rajurkar and Smt. Shobhatai Abhyankar. She is a senior disciple of Vidushi Ashatai Khadilkar.

She has established herself as a Classical Vocalist with many accomplishments and awards to her credit. She has a Sangeet Alankar Degree and is also an A-Grade Artist of All India Radio. She was recently awarded with 'Gana Naipunya Puraskar' by Uttunga, Mumbai. She won many other prestigious titles and recognitions like 'Sur Ratna' from Bhatkhande Sangeet Mahavidyalaya, Raipur, 'Sur Mani' by Sur Singaar Parishad, Mumbai, 'Dr. Amir Kasam and Hasan Ali Lakhani Scholarship' of Ganavardhan, Pune, 'Kal ki Khoj' by Nehru Center, Mumbai and First Prize during Yuva Mahotsav by SCZCC, Ujjain to name a few. Meenal also won the First Prize of prestigious 'All India Radio Competition'. 

Her audio CDs have received significant accolades, including “Blending Notes” by Times Music, “Rising Stars – Classical Vocal” and “Shrirang Raag” by Sonic Octaves. Meenal has performed in numerous prestigious concerts all over India as well as overseas.

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Shri Abhay Datar started learning Tabla from his father Shri Prabhakar Datar & later from the noted Tabla player Pt. Shri Suresh (Bhai) Gaitonde. He is one of the most sought after Tabla Accompanist for Classical Vocal accompaniment. He Had the privilege of being associated with the famous Classical Vocalist, Pandit Yashwant Bua Joshi of Gwalior Gharana along with many other noted musicians. Along with presenting numerous concerts in India and abroad, he has several CDs, and records to his credit. He has regularly performed for Doordarshan and is also an approved artist of ALL INDIA RADIO and other Television channels. He is also associated with the Mumbai university's Music Department since last 30 years.

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Shri Ninad Prasad Joshi is a skilled harmonium artist with a rich musical heritage. With 8 years of rigorous training under Guru Shri. Siddhesh Bicholkar, and currently under the guidance of Pt. Sudhir Nayak, Ninad is a third-generation student of the revered Pt. Tulasidas Borkar Parampara. Ninad had the privilege of sharing a close bond with the legendary Padma Shri Pt. Tulsidas Borkar in his final days, absorbing valuable insights and wisdom. As a versatile accompanist, Ninad has had the honor of sharing the stage with numerous acclaimed musicians across India, showcasing his exceptional skills and adaptability. Recognized for his excellence, Ninad has been awarded the prestigious "B High" grade from All India Radio, a testament to his dedication and artistry.