Sitar & Surbahar maestro and composer
Pt. Ashok Pathak is known for his innovation and many collaborations with musicians all over the world
“I am so glad to hear that Pathak sahab is receiving this award.
In my opinion he richly deserves it for all his contribution to Indian Classical Music.
I pray for a long and healthy life for him, with his family, so he can continue his valuable work. Shujaat”
– Ustad Shujaat Khan
” I had the pleasure to collaborate with Pt. Ashok Pathak on several occasions. I was always deeply impressed by the musical talent and the strong personality of Ashok.
The performances he did in my symphony ‘Artesia’ were brilliant, outstanding and overwhelming.
During my career I have worked with hundreds of soloists from all over the world.
Ashok is one of the most amazing artists I have ever worked with !
I wish him tons of good luck, happiness and a peaceful life.”
– Dirk Brossé, Destelbergen, Belgium, 6 june 2014.
“Congratulations for this award. Ashok Pathak is one of the very few musicians who has dedicated his life to the advancement of Indian Music in Europe.
I have had the great pleasure of performing with him on many occasions, which I always enjoy thoroughly.
One of the aspects of his music that I appreciate most is how he preserves and expands on the “Pathak” Gharana created by his father, Late Pandit Balram Pathak.
I wish him many more years of beautiful music and teaching. All the best my dear friend.”
Pt. Anindo Chatterjee
