Pandit Jasraj was an Indian classical vocalist, belonging to the Mewati gharana
His musical career spanned more than 80 years resulting in national and international fame, respect and numerous major awards and accolades.
His legacy includes memorable performances of classical and semi-classical vocal music, classical and devotional music, albums and film soundtracks, innovations in various genres including Haveli Sangeeth and popularizing the Mewati Gharana - a school of thought in Hindustani classical music.
Awards and honours
Padma Shri (1975)
Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (1987)
Padma Bhushan (1990)
Padma Vibhushan (2000)
Swathi Sangeetha Puraskaram (2008)
Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship (2010)
Pu La Deshpande lifetime achievement award (2012)
Bharat Ratna Bhimsen Joshi Classical Music Life Achievement Award (2013)