I’m Sejyoti Chakraborty, an Indian classical vocalist rooted in the Lucknow Gharana, with a special strength in lyrical Thumri and semi-classical performance. Trained from 2010–2016, I’ve built a strong foundation in swara, raga, taal, voice culture, and expressive bol-banao, and I love using that romantic, emotive style to bring songs to life on stage. Alongside classical work, I enjoy performing folk, Bollywood/Indian popular music, pop, and indie—adapting my vocal approach to suit different audiences and venues. From competitive inter-school performances and SPIC MACAY participation to college festivals at IIT Bombay and IIT Kharagpur, and regular live café shows in Hyderabad (2023–2025), I focus on confident stage presence, audience connection, and versatile storytelling through music.…

Sejyoti Chakraborty

I’m Sejyoti Chakraborty, an Indian classical vocalist rooted in the Lucknow Gharana, with a special strength in lyrical Thumri and semi-classical performance. Trained from 2010–2016, I’ve built a strong foundation in swara, raga, taal, voice culture, and expressive bol-banao, and I love using that romantic, emotive style to bring songs to life on stage. Alongside classical work, I enjoy performing folk, Bollywood/Indian popular music, pop, and indie—adapting my vocal approach to suit different audiences and venues. From competitive inter-school performances and SPIC MACAY participation to college festivals at IIT Bombay and IIT Kharagpur, and regular live café shows in Hyderabad (2023–2025), I focus on confident stage presence, audience connection, and versatile storytelling through music.…

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I’m Sejyoti Chakraborty, an Indian classical vocalist rooted in the Lucknow Gharana, with a special strength in lyrical Thumri and semi-classical performance. Trained from 2010–2016, I’ve built a strong foundation in swara, raga, taal, voice culture, and expressive bol-banao, and I love using that romantic, emotive style to bring songs to life on stage.

Alongside classical work, I enjoy performing folk, Bollywood/Indian popular music, pop, and indie—adapting my vocal approach to suit different audiences and venues. From competitive inter-school performances and SPIC MACAY participation to college festivals at IIT Bombay and IIT Kharagpur, and regular live café shows in Hyderabad (2023–2025), I focus on confident stage presence, audience connection, and versatile storytelling through music.

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Skills

Experience Level

Vocal
Expert
Music Theory
Expert
Acapella
Intermediate
Leadership
Beginner

Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Bengali
Fluent

Work Experience

Live Vocal Performer (Folk, Semi-Classical, Indian Classical, Pop, Indie) at Live music venues & cafés (Hyderabad)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Regularly performed in cafés and live music spaces across Hyderabad, delivering a versatile set spanning Indian classical, semi-classical, folk, pop, indie, and contemporary Indian music. Adjusted vocal style, arrangements, and dynamics according to venue size and audience mood, and handled both traditional renditions and contemporary adaptations for engaging performances.
Live Vocalist (Cafés & Live Music Venues)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Performed regularly in multiple live-music and café venues in Hyderabad. Delivered a versatile repertoire spanning folk, semi-classical, Indian classical, pop, indie, and contemporary Indian music. Adapted vocal style and presentation to suit venue acoustics and audience preferences, including both traditional and contemporary arrangements. Built consistent stage presence and audience engagement through frequent live shows.
Performer (College Cultural Events / Institutional Stages) at IIT Bombay & IIT Kharagpur (college/institutional programmes)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Performed on institutional and student-led cultural platforms including IIT Bombay (IIT Mumbai) and IIT Kharagpur between 2018 and 2023. Presented a varied repertoire that included Indian classical, semi-classical, folk, and Bollywood/Indian popular music, with stage-ready presentation and audience-focused delivery.
Performer (College & Institutional Cultural Events) at IIT Bombay / IIT Kharagpur
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Performed across college cultural festivals and institutional programmes, including live performances at IIT Bombay (IIT Mumbai) and IIT Kharagpur. Presented music that covered Indian classical, semi-classical, folk, and Bollywood/Indian popular genres. Worked within student-led and academic platforms to deliver engaging performances with repertoire suited to event audiences.
SPIC MACAY Participant / Performer at SPIC MACAY
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Active member/participant of SPIC MACAY, contributing through cultural and music activities that promote Indian classical music among students. Performed as part of institutional and cultural programmes connected to SPIC MACAY events.
Classical Vocal Training (Lucknow Gharana)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016
Completed structured Lucknow Gharana vocal training from first year through fifth year, building fundamentals in swara, raga, taal, voice culture, and classical repertoire. Developed the traditional Lucknow Gharana bol-banao thumri style and applied its expressive shringar (romantic) character to semi-classical and folk repertoire. Participated in inter-school and competitive performances during the training period.

Education

Indian Classical Vocal Music Training (structured years 1–5) at Lucknow Gharana (self/mentor training)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Structured training in Indian Classical Vocal Music (Lucknow Gharana)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016
College performance experience (institutional cultural events)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Recognition at All-India inter-school Indian classical music competition (Ministry of Culture)
January 11, 2030 - August 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization
    Dil Na janeya(Duet)

    My repertoire spans soulful renditions like “Dil Na Jaaneya” and acoustic, indie-style tracks such as “Guitar” (Sayan) — showcasing versatility across emotive Bollywood/semi-classical numbers and modern indie-folk sound. Based in Mumbai, I’m passionate about exploring new collaborations and original compositions.

    Saiyaan_Cover

    Performed soulful renditions of “Saiyaan” live in Hyderabad, bringing raw emotion and classical nuance to an engaged café audience. The performance blended traditional folk-semi-classical elements with a contemporary live sound.