Channulal Misra

A classical vocalist from the ancient city of Varanasi, Channulal Misra learnt music initially from his father, the later Badri Prasad Misra. Later his musical skills were refined by Abdul Ghani Khan and Thakur Jaidev Singh. Firmly located in the Kirana Gharana, Channulal Misra has also incorporated elements of the gayaki of Purab, Punjab and Gaya. He is particularly interested in literature. He has performed widely in India and overseas.