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Jagjit Singh (born Jagmohan Singh Dhiman; 8 February 1941 – 10 October 2011) was an Indian composer, singer and musician. He composed and sang in numerous languages and is credited for the revival and popularity of ghazal , an Indian classical art form, by choosing poetry that was relevant to the masses and composing them in a way that laid ...
Jagjit Singh’s early years were spent in Bikaner, as his father was posted there as a Public Works Department (PWD) employee. In 1948, he returned to his birthplace Sri Ganganagar and started his music training under a blind teacher, Pandit Chhaganlal Sharma.
- Pandit Chhaganlal Sharma, Ustad Jamal Khan
- Composer, Ghazal Singer, Music Director
- Ghazal King
- Jagmohan Singh Dhiman
Jagjit Singh is one of the most famous Ghazal singers of the modern times. In an era where the current generation is headed towards rock and hip hop music, it is refreshing to see them cherish Jagjit Singh ghazals as well. Born in Ganganagar located in Rajasthan on 8th February, 1941, the name Jagjit means the one who triumphs over the world.
Jagjit Singh was a renowned Indian singer, writer and musician, famously dubbed as the ‘Ghazal King’. Born into a middle class Sikh family, he was a child prodigy in music; his father identified his talent and encouraged him to learn classical music.
Jagjit Singh was born as ‘Jagmohan Singh Dhiman’ on Saturday, 8 February 1941 (age 70 years; at the time of his death) in Sri Ganganagar, Bikaner State (now Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan). His zodiac sign is Aquarius.
Feb 8, 2017 · Jagjit Singh's soulful voice continues to resonate for ghazal lovers around the world. Here are a few facts about the maestro's life that not many know of. On his 76th birth anniversary, we remember the singer who gave ghazals a new identity with his soulful yet simple renditions.
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Aug 26, 2020 · Jagjit Singh, born Jagmohan Singh Dhiman (8 February 1941 – 10 October 2011), popularly known as “The Ghazal King” or “King of Ghazals”, was an Indian ghazal singer, composer and musician.
