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Gaurav
Pop / Experimental / Other



Chicago, Illinois
United States

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Last Login:  12/11/2009
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Member Since6/8/2006
Band Websitewww.gvtunes.com
Band MembersGaurav Venkateswar
InfluencesIndian Classical, Hindustani, Carnatic, Jazz, Latin, A.R. Rahman, Shankar Jaikishen, R.D Burman, Pt. Ajoy Chakrabarty, Dr. L Subramaniam, Ghulam Ali, Hariharan, Shankar Mahadevan, Dave Matthews Band, Hans Zimmer, Alan Menken, Michael Giacchino, Eminem, Black Eyed Peas, Jack Johnson, Nitin Sawhney, Coldplay, Talvin Singh
Sounds LikeGlobal Music, World Music, Indian, Fusion, Hindustani, Carnatic, Classical, Pop, Hindi
Type of LabelMajor


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In a world where globalization has brought together a plethora of cultures and spawned an abundance of creative musical ideas, it is of rare merit to create music that is fresh and unique. Gaurav Venkateswar is able to do just that. Born on January 27 th 1982 , and raised in Chicago , Gaurav never strayed far from his heritage and had a wholehearted interest in Indian music at an early age. Thanks to a strong musical environment at home, he started learning music by ear, playing on the keyboard and later started piano lessons at age 8. He began learning Hindustani classical vocal music a year later under the tutelage of Dr. Tapan Bhattacharya and continued training for several years. For the past few years he has been studying with Pt. Ajoy Chakrabarty and continues to explore the infinite richness of Indian classical music. Gaurav's main passion, however, lies in composition. He began writing Hindi lyrics and orchestrating songs at age 13 and since then has discovered the potential for an intense musical experience by integrating music and sounds from various musical genres. It is his soul, which authors his compositions as he constructs an expressive and unique sound with a multitude of time-honored instruments from various countries while preserving the bona fide aspects of their tradition. Gaurav has a bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). His academic background enabled him to create novel words in a world of musical syntax. During his studies at UIUC, he reveled in music classes as he challenged both musicians and audiences alike. Classes such as Western composition, jazz, and electro-acoustic have contributed animation to his sentimental yet commanding style. He has performed Hindustani vocal, Carnatic on the keyboard, and light music. He participated in cultural activities, performing for charitable organizations, and scored the music for the short entertainment film screened each year at UIUC’s India Night. In addition he has been part of an Indian-American a Capella group. Gaurav is currently a one-man-show, composing, recording, singing, and writing lyrics for his songs. He has composed music for two Bharatanatyam dance pieces for the Natya Dance Company in Chicago (www.natya.com). The pieces, entitled the Genesis and Inside-Outside, involve a fusion of different music elements, both traditional and modern. In addition he has worked on music for a short film as part of the 48 hour film project (www.48hourfilm.com) . He has also participated in the Great Wall Music Competition, writing music for Chinese instruments inspired by the Great wall of China. He hopes to grow even more in the coming years, constantly reinventing himself, and to collaborate with other peer musicians. The charm of his music? Every note is inspired from tradition, seized by an innovative musical capacity, and inundated with sentiment. Best MySpace Layouts

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BoeseWoelfin

BoeseWoelfin



Oct 12 2009 4:58 PM



Have a great week with a lot of Rock'n Roll!

Greetings from Guitarjunkie City

Stephanie

Ricky Tef

Ricky Tef



Aug 30 2009 9:05 PM



Just stoppin by to show some love! Hope you had a good week. I got some new songs up, check them out when you get a chance.



Thanks




Ricky Tef
www.myspace.com/tef






Maitrayee

Maitrayee



Aug 9 2009 12:53 AM

Heard about you long time ago from a friend and liked your music very much! All the best to you.
BoeseWoelfin

BoeseWoelfin



Jul 29 2009 5:23 PM

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Hey there!

I hope you have a good time with a lot of music!

Greetings from Guitarjunkie City
Stephanie
Lorcan Miller ft. AquaBoogie

Lorcan Miller ft. AquaBoogie



May 28 2009 5:16 AM


Firewater

Firewater



Apr 27 2009 9:51 PM

Firewater Euro Tour

FIREWATER SPRING EU TOUR:

Apr 23 : Reitschule - Bern, SWITZERLAND
Apr 24 : Bauhof - Pettenbach, AUSTRIA
Apr 25 : PEN Festival - Pecs, HUNGARY
Apr 26 : Bloom - Mezzago, Milano, ITALY
Apr 27 : Circolo Artisti - Roma, ITALY
Apr 28 : Tagomago - Massa Carrarra, ITALY
Apr 29 : Arcikroen - Villafranca di Verona, ITALY
Apr 30 : Vidia Club - Cesena, ITALY
May 01: Hoebar - Obertsdorf, GERMANY
May 02 : Bergenfest - Bergen, NORWAY
May 05 : Bevrijdingsfestival - Den Haag, NETHERLANDS
May 06 : Kesselhaus - Berlin, GERMANY
May 07 : DESI - Nurnburg, GERMANY
May 08 : Gaia Festival - Thessaloniki, GREECE
May 09 : Gaia Festival - Athens, GREECE
BoeseWoelfin

BoeseWoelfin



Apr 6 2009 3:45 AM



VanWolfen meets BrixtonBoogie!
Watch & listen to this outstanding project and add 'em, if you like!

www.myspace.com/brixtonboogie

Greetings from Guitarjunkie City
Stephanie
Mantra Lounge Vol I

Mantra Lounge Vol I



Mar 26 2009 5:20 PM

Greetings from MANTRA LOUNGE!!

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BoeseWoelfin

BoeseWoelfin



Mar 1 2009 8:45 AM

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Have a great weekend with a bunch of Rock'n Roll!

Greetings from Guitarjunkie City

Stephanie
BoeseWoelfin

BoeseWoelfin



Dec 29 2008 5:54 PM

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Wishing you a fabulous 2009!

Stephanie
BoeseWoelfin

BoeseWoelfin



Dec 12 2008 8:35 PM

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Let your weekend rock ;-)

Stephanie
Debipriya Das

Debipriya Das



Nov 7 2008 5:53 PM

Hi Gaurav, always nice to hear from a fellow Guru-bhai! Just listened to your soothing, melodious tracks, you have a lovely voice.
Keep up the great work ! Any plans to tour the UK ? Best wishes, Debipriya
BoeseWoelfin

BoeseWoelfin



Sep 12 2008 6:02 PM

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Greetings from Guitarjunkie City

Stephanie
ABZyrd ObelieveIon

ABZyrd ObelieveIon



Sep 6 2008 10:49 PM

3 NEW VERY Intriguing Kemetic (Egyptian) Books You Might Want 2 Pick Up

Hey Gaurav. Hope all is well with ya!

Remember how who you wanted to know more about some of my spiritual practices?

The people I 1st studied with have released 3 new books.

First is Nuk Au Neter, Volume 1. It's promoted as the first correct translation, explanation and interpretation of the so-called "Egyptian Book Of The Dead" or "Pert Em Hru" or so-called "Coming Forth By Day".

http://www. tauienterprises. com/store/p/379-Nuk-Au-Neter-Volume-1. aspx



Second is "Heru The Resurrection". It's the novelization of the original Egyptian resurrection myth which spawned the worlds major religions (not sure that's something to be so proud of, but this is the original story).

http://www. tauienterprises. com/store/p/377-HERU-The-Resurrection. aspx



Third is Medu Neter Vol 3. Vol 1& 2 are legendary and give info on the Kemetic equivalent of the Hindu pantheon.

http://www. tauienterprises. com/store/p/361-METU-NETER-Volume-Three. aspx

Stay up man & talk to ya soon.

ABZurd
Miss Kristin

Miss Kristin



Aug 17 2008 1:32 AM

Thanks for being my friend ;-)
Make sure you get your free tracks here!
Click download and then the green button(click here)

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Aug 1 2008 4:50 AM

Thanks for the add. Looking forward to hearing your music on Uhooroo.

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Anup Sugunan

Anup Sugunan



Jul 28 2008 11:39 PM

Congrats on the release - great sound.

Yeah, I was the one in the movie who was driving the truck when he crossed the border into Pakistan. Then I went up on the hill with a rifle - no lines, but some decent screentime. Also made it into the trailer. :)

I dropped your tune into the editing timeline, but that scene is the only one left to shoot. One of these days... call up Ripley's!
BoeseWoelfin

BoeseWoelfin



Jul 13 2008 6:11 PM

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Hi Gaurav,
thanx a lot 4 the add!
I really like the two songs on your profile, "Saari Dishayen" is my favorite!

Greetings from Guitarjunkie City

Stephanie
JORGE PENSI

JORGE PENSI



Jul 12 2008 4:35 PM

Now in iTunes!

COMING SOON !!!
It is a pleasure to be your friend.
Emezie

Emezie



Jul 7 2008 5:56 PM

Sure, that would be cool! No plans to pack up just yet...I suppose I would need a job offer first...

But, I'm glad that you're taking a step forward with your music!
venuvinod

Venu Vinod Damaraju



Jul 7 2008 2:47 PM

Thanks for the info! Where are you performing?
ABZyrd ObelieveIon

ABZyrd ObelieveIon



Jun 12 2008 1:02 AM

What up G!

Posted new songs I told you about 2day.

Let me know how ya feelin them.

ABZurd
DreGargon [BADDAH DAN BAD!]

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Apr 19 2008 7:33 PM

whats good your way? me, am comming by your page to show you some musical love, keep our friend links going positive with good vibes...

DreGargon
Emezie

Emezie



Mar 15 2008 4:22 PM

Hey, how's life? Any new music happenings?
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Jan 31 2008 7:47 PM

a suh it stay, just showing yuh page some ratings keep the friend links... thanks...

DreGargon
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