Daanish Bhandarkar is a leading exponent of the Dagar dhrupad tradition, he performs and teaches dhrupad internationally, and is a composer of new dhrupad compositions, with many recordings to his credit. He holds a PhD in musicology and is the author of various books including Musical Philosophy. His expertise spans the intricacies of the main ragas, the distinctive characteristics of different gharanas, the influence of musical gurus, the captivating world of Indian musical instruments, and the enchanting melodies of folk music across India. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, recipient of several awards such as the Yuva Puraskar and the ARSC Award for Excellence in Historical Research in Music. In addition to his scholarly endeavors, Daanish Bhandarkar has performed extensively, sharing his musical expertise with audiences around the world. His captivating performances and virtuosity as a musician have garnered praise and accolades.