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Pandit Shivnath Mishra
Pandit Shivnath Mishra (born October 12, 1943) is a legendary Indian sitarist, composer, and exponent of the Benares Gharana, honored with the Padma Shri in 2022. He is known for his unique "Benares singing style" of sitar playing, which incorporates, Khayal, Thumri, and Tappa styles. Formerly the Head of the Music Department at Sampurnanand Sanskrit University, he is a renowned 'A' class artist with All India Radio and a celebrated educator.