Our curriculum development committee is comprised of some of the world’s most respected and accomplished ustads, scholars, and educators in the field of Sikh sacred music and classical Indian music. The committee is led by Dr. Harjinder Singh Lallie, a renowned scholar of Gurmat Sangeet and digital heritage, whose academic work and deep-rooted musical practice bring both vision and authenticity to the program.
Our Tabla Curriculum Committee is equally distinguished, featuring highly skilled performers and educators known internationally for their tabla artistry and contributions to both performance and pedagogy:
Together, these accomplished individuals form a world-class team dedicated to preserving the purity, depth, and spiritual integrity of Sikh sacred music while making it accessible to learners across the globe.

Ustad Surjit Singh
Curriculum Committee (Sikh Sacred Music)
A globally celebrated sarangi maestro known for his mastery in string instruments and decades of dedicated teaching.

Kultar Singh
Curriculum Committee (Sikh Sacred Music)
Kultar Singh hails from generations of gurmat sangeet practitioners. Son of the late great Bhai Avtar Singh, Bhai Kultar Singh brings a rich tradition of gurmat sangeet to the curriculum committee

Dr Harjinder Singh Lallie
Chair of the Curriculum Committee
A globally recognised academic with more than 25 years of experience teaching Sikh kirtan and 28 years of experience in academia. Currently at the University of Warwick

Narinderjit Singh Lallie
Curriculum Committee (Tabla)
An experienced tabla educator and performer with a rich background in accompaniment and solo work.

Kirpal Panesar
Curriculum Committee (Sikh Sacred Music)
Kirpal is a very experienced and globally recognised musician and kirtani. Kirpal is a key member of the Sikh Sacred Music curriculum committee.

Harkirat Singh Rayatt
Curriculum Committee (Tabla)
A highly trained tabla artist who has studied under some of the most respected masters and is committed to nurturing the next generation.

Amritpal Singh Rasiya
Curriculum Committee (Tabla)
A dynamic tabla player and teacher, widely respected for his versatility and depth of understanding in both classical and Gurbani tabla styles.

Dr Gurnam Singh
Curriculum Committee (Sikh Sacred Music)
An iconic figure in Gurmat Sangeet and former Head of Gurmat Sangeet Chair at Punjabi University, Patiala, whose contributions to research and pedagogy have shaped the modern study of Sikh music.

Avneet Kaur
Curriculum Committee
Avneet is a student at the University of Warwick. Avneet is a gurmat sangeet practitioner and responsible for creative design and work for the curriculum committee.

Harminder Singh Dhinsay
Curriculum Commitee
Harminder is a director of the South Asian Music Committee – the parent group. Harminder is also a director of the GSA – one of the largest kirtan academies outside of India. Harminder is responsible for reviews and for oversight of the curriculum project.

Gurmit Singh Shant
Curriculum Committee (Sikh Sacred Music)
A legend in the realm of Gurmat Sangeet, known for his command of taals and dedication to nurturing authentic kirtan practice.

Principal Sukhwant Singh
Curriculum Committee (Sikh Sacred Music)
A highly experienced educator and mentor who has guided generations of students through both classical and devotional music.

Sukhmani Kaur
Curriculum Committee
Sukhmani Kaur is CEO of Basics of Sikhi. Sukhmani is also involved with teaching Gurmat Sangeet and is responsible for helping in the construction and reviews of the syllabus.

Gurdain Rayatt
Curriculum Committee (Tabla)
A virtuoso performer who has graced international stages and continues to inspire through both solo tabla artistry and teaching.

Anmol Patrai
Curriculum Committee
Anmol is a student at the University of Warwick. He is responsible for the ensuring transliterations are ISO1519 compliant.

John Ball
Curriculum Committee (Tabla)
A cross-cultural percussionist and educator, who bridges Indian classical traditions with broader music education frameworks.

Avtar Singh
Curriculum Committee (Sikh Sacred Music)
Avtar Singh is a recognised taus player and an integral part of the curriculum committee.

Pritpal Rai
Curriculum Committee (Tabla)
A dedicated tabla practitioner and educator involved in promoting Indian classical rhythms in educational settings.

Balwant Singh
Curriculum Committee (Sikh Sacred Music)
A globally recognised kirtani, Balwant Singh has decades of kirtan and Indian music experience.

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