Pandit Ravi

A meditative homage to Ravi Shankar – pure Indian raga essence on classical guitar. In A minor (e–f–g–h–c), this 6-minute solo unfolds like a slow, hypnotic journey: flowing raga-inspired melodies meet delicate tabla-like rhythms, creating an entrancing East-West dialogue. No extended techniques, just introspective phrasing, subtle dynamics, and timeless beauty. The music breathes, pauses, and unfolds with the patience of a master’s sitar improvisation, yet remains fully playable on nylon-string guitar. From Stefan Grasse’s collection of previously unnotated compositions (recorded on Entre cielo y tierra and Tales of an Odyssey), “Pandit Ravi” is a very special gem: ideal for advanced guitarists who love world-music crossovers, meditative repertoire, raga-inspired pieces, or quiet concert moments of profound stillness. A deeply respectful bow to one of the greatest musicians of the 20th century – now finally available as sheet music.

Pages: 11
Instrumentation: guitar
Instruments: Guitar
Key: A minor
BPM: 54
Time signature: 4 / 4
Pandit Ravi

• Stefan Grasse - Composer