I’m Hindol Deb, a sitarist and composer exploring crossover of Indian classical music with Jazz, Western classical, Flamenco, Nordic folk, and beyond. I love weaving the subtle microtonal glides of Indian music into melodic textures that take listeners on a journey across cultures. Rooted in a traditional Indian classical background, I earned a Master’s in Jazz Improvisation in Cologne and have received state and national scholarships, music residencies, and invitations to renowned festivals. I’ve collaborated with artists such as Marina Abramovic and Markus Stockhausen, and I’ve led ensembles and projects that blend Indian music with contemporary sounds, always seeking a distinctive voice and collaborative spirit.

Hindol Deb

I’m Hindol Deb, a sitarist and composer exploring crossover of Indian classical music with Jazz, Western classical, Flamenco, Nordic folk, and beyond. I love weaving the subtle microtonal glides of Indian music into melodic textures that take listeners on a journey across cultures. Rooted in a traditional Indian classical background, I earned a Master’s in Jazz Improvisation in Cologne and have received state and national scholarships, music residencies, and invitations to renowned festivals. I’ve collaborated with artists such as Marina Abramovic and Markus Stockhausen, and I’ve led ensembles and projects that blend Indian music with contemporary sounds, always seeking a distinctive voice and collaborative spirit.

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I’m Hindol Deb, a sitarist and composer exploring crossover of Indian classical music with Jazz, Western classical, Flamenco, Nordic folk, and beyond. I love weaving the subtle microtonal glides of Indian music into melodic textures that take listeners on a journey across cultures.

Rooted in a traditional Indian classical background, I earned a Master’s in Jazz Improvisation in Cologne and have received state and national scholarships, music residencies, and invitations to renowned festivals. I’ve collaborated with artists such as Marina Abramovic and Markus Stockhausen, and I’ve led ensembles and projects that blend Indian music with contemporary sounds, always seeking a distinctive voice and collaborative spirit.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Bengali
Fluent
German
Advanced

Work Experience

English Teacher at Kaplan-Kellermann-Realschule Euskirchen
March 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
English teacher at a Realschule, teaching and coordinating language curriculum.
English Teacher at Secundarschule Radevormwald
December 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
English teacher at a secondary school, classroom instruction and language programs.
Project Leader at Fountainhead
August 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
Project leader for Fountainhead ensemble, coordinating cross-disciplinary performances and residencies.
Concert Tour Organizer at Essence of Duality Band
November 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Organized a multi-city concert tour in India for Essence of Duality Band.
Music Educator at Fröbel Kindergarten, Köln
January 1, 2021 - May 1, 2025
Music educator delivering Indian music and improvisation workshops for young children.
English Teaching Artist at Interact English
January 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
English teaching artist delivering language classes at various German schools.
Concert Tour Organizer at Essence of Duality Band
October 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Organized a tour across Germany for Essence of Duality Band.
Concert Tour Organizer at Migrantis Aves Ensemble
August 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021
Coordinated touring in NRW for Migrantis Aves Ensemble.
Teacher for Indian Music at Popakademie Mannheim
September 1, 2017 - Present
Teaching Indian music and improvisation at Popakademie Mannheim.
Workshop Facilitator at Malmö University; Rheinische Musikschule; Karlstad University; Arvika University; Hochschule für Musik, Köln
January 1, 2015 - Present
Workshops on Indian Music and Improvisation across multiple institutions.

Education

CELTA approved English Teacher at CELTA
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020
Certificate course in Music Pedagogic at Landesmusikakademie
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020
Master in Music Jazz/Pop Instrumental at Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln
October 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Sangeet Prabhakar Diploma in Music at Allahabad University
June 1, 2003 - June 1, 2003
Bachelor in English Literature at University of Delhi
July 1, 2000 - May 1, 2003
CELTA at CELTA (Cambridge)
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020
Certificate course in Music Pedagogic at Landesmusikakademie
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020
Master in Jazz/Pop Instrumental at Hochschule für Musik und Tanz, Köln
October 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Sangeet Prabhakar Diploma in Music at Allahabad University
January 11, 2030 - March 9, 2026
Bachelor in English Literature at University of Delhi
July 1, 2000 - May 1, 2003

Qualifications

Research Scholarship for Intercultural Ensemble
July 1, 2023 - March 9, 2026
Scholarship for Repertoire Creation
July 1, 2022 - March 9, 2026
NRW-Kultursekretariates Scholarship
January 1, 2019 - March 9, 2026
Indo German research project Roots & Shoots
June 1, 2015 - March 9, 2026
US-Alumni - Academy of Carnegie Hall
October 1, 2012 - March 9, 2026
ETHNO | Rikskonserter
June 1, 2009 - March 9, 2026
Music Residency from RECOLLETS, French Ministry of Culture
April 1, 2009 - March 9, 2026
National Scholarship for Indian Music
January 1, 2007 - March 9, 2026
State Scholarship for Instrument
January 1, 2001 - March 9, 2026
CELTA
September 1, 2020 - October 1, 2020
Certificate course in Music Pedagogic
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020
Master in Jazz/Pop Instrumental
October 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Sangeet Prabhakar Diploma in Music
January 11, 2030 - March 9, 2026
Bachelor in English Literature
July 1, 2000 - May 1, 2003

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other