Ravi Shankar born 7 April 1920 in Varanasi, † December 11, 2012 in San Diego, real name Robindro Shaunkor Chowdhury was an Indian musician and composer who played the stringed instrument sitar.
He inspired the Beatles and became a hippie icon in Woodstock, in India, he was a superstar: the musician Ravi Shankar. Now he has died aged 92 in California.(the same age as Dave Brubeck a few days ago , you remember ? )
I have always loved the music of Ravi. He propelled my exploration of my inner~self. Bringing much joy. I guess I have always been a hippie at heart. Be at peace Ravi.
Yeah, Ravi was a real world music star. Thanks to him and his music! RIP!
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