SANDIP DEY
Meet Sandip Dey, a senior violin performer and an established educator currently. He started his learning way back in 1978 at the age of eight under the able guidance of Late Mr. Ananta Makhal of the School of Oxford Mission, Calcutta. Even though Violin family is believed to have started around the 17th Century, it’s education is scarce especially in a place like India even today. Pushing through all the hardships, Sandip made the best out of whatever the situation could offer. He worked hard, so hard to overcome the shrieks and scratchy sounds and turned into the most melancholic sound the instrument could offer. It was 1984 soon and the tender age of 14, he played 46 live concerts covering many locations of United Kingdom (UK) which was in fact a short 45-days tour was led by Late Rev. Fr. Theodore Matheison. Soon after finishing school he was professionally into the Music Performance circuit all over India. He has performed in various operas at prestigious venues with orchestras including the Calcutta Chamber Orchestra under Dr. Nagel. (German Conductor), Performed at Calcutta Youth Orchestra, Performed at Calcutta Foundation Orchestra under Mr. Mark Win. (British Conductor), Delhi Youth String Quartet and Delhi Symphony Orchestra.
His unwavering determination and dedication led him to complete his ATCL (Associate of Trinity London) in Violin Performance and start his teaching career along with performances. Teaching has always been an integral part of his overall journey and he believes in shaping up the music education scenario in India though his continued efforts. Over the years, he has taught in many music academies in the country including The Calcutta School of Music, The Bangalore School of Music, Hindi High School (Birla School) at Calcutta, Gurgaon School of Music. He is currently a part of music faculty at the the Mount Carmel School, Anand Niketan, New Delhi as well. One the most cherished achievements for him is the opportunity he got to teach the band of Indian Army in one of the Delhi bases.
Violin is perceived to be one of the most difficult instruments to learn and master but he worked all his life in helping his students get acquainted with the instrument and not fear it with his unique technique. His fondness and openness for both Indian music and Western Music makes him a really interesting mix especially because he gets to share the good elements of both domains. Having spent over 34 years in this field, he has mentored countless students to help them achieve their goals of learning the Violin and get professional education overall.
