“One of the most prolific and dedicated Asian music producers to come out of Britain”

London Asian Guardian

Kuljit Bhamra is perhaps the most influential musician in the British Asian music scene, having recorded over 2000 songs to date. Composer, producer, tabla player and pioneer of the Bhangra phenomenon. Kuljit has worked both independently and collaboratively on film scores for over 15 years, producing soundtracks for award winning films Bhaji on the Beach , Bend it like Beckham , Masala Beans and playing percussion on the soundtracks for The Four Feathers , A Little Princess , Wings of a Dove and The Guru .

He worked on Andrew Lloyd Webber’s massive hit musical Bombay Dreams for which he gave a truly breathtaking performance as on-stage percussionist. He also acted as Indian Music Consultant for the musical adaptation of M M Kaye’s The Far Pavilions.

Kuljit has received international acclaim for his phenomenal performances throughout Europe , USA , Canada and Africa with his own band Taala and also with other renowned artists including saxophonist Andy Sheppard and pianist Joanna McGregor.

 Archived materials of Kuljit’s work can be found at www.salidaa.org.uk

List of awards:

1986	Best Musical Director - Asian Pop Awards
1987	Best Musical Director - Asian Pop Awards Platinum Disc for record sales
1988	Gold Disc for record sales
1989	Top Musical director – The Mrs Kaur Trophy
1992	Nominated for ‘Men Of Achievement’ award
1993	Most Consistent & Prolific Producer – The Music Industry Accolade UK The Movie International Appreciation Award
2000	First British Asian to play in House Of Commons
2001	Outstanding Contribution To The Music Industry-Matra Annual Award
2002	Ramgharia Sabha Appreciation Award