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| residence = Mulund East, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap is an Indian musician and violinist associated with the golden era of Indian film music. Born on 29 July 1942 in Baroda (Vadodara), Gujarat, he moved to Mumbai in 1965 to pursue a professional career in the film industry. Over nearly 55 years, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap played violin on more than 10,000 songs, worked as a session musician with virtually every major music director of the era, and served as President of the Cine Musicians Association. He is also the founder of Opera Music Centre and author of the book Golden Era of Indian Music, which documents his experiences in the golden era of Indian cinema.
 
'''Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap''' is an Indian musician, violinist and film musician associated with the '''golden era of Indian film music'''. Born on '''29 July 1942''' in Baroda, now known as Vadodara, Gujarat, he moved to Mumbai in '''1965''' to pursue a professional career in the film industry.
 
Over a career spanning several decades, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap played violin on more than '''10,000 songs''' and worked with numerous prominent music directors and playback singers. He also founded '''Opera Music Centre''', served as '''President of the Cine Musicians Association''', worked as a music arranger and documented his experiences in a book about the golden era of Indian film music.


==Early Life==
==Early Life==


Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap was born on 29 July 1942 in Baroda, now known as Vadodara, in Gujarat, India. His early life in Baroda became a recurring anchor throughout his later writings and experiences, reflecting his deep connection to his hometown. He grew up with an interest in Western music and developed foundational musical awareness during his youth.
Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap was born on '''29 July 1942''' in '''Baroda (Vadodara), Gujarat, India'''.
 
He developed an interest in Western music during his early years and received musical training that helped him develop skills in both Indian musical traditions and Western musical notation.
 
==Education and Musical Training==
 
Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap completed a degree course at '''Music College''', now known as the '''Faculty of Performing Arts''', with a specialization in violin performance.
 
He also learned '''Western staff notation''' from '''Edward Daniel Francis''', described as a clarinet player and bandmaster associated with the State Reserve Police band.
 
His combination of violin training and knowledge of Western notation enabled him to perform in orchestral sections as well as individual song-violin roles.
 
==Opera Music Centre==
 
In '''1963''', Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap founded '''Opera Music Centre''', a local orchestra in Gujarat.
 
The orchestra became known for Western music performances and training. Through Opera Music Centre, Jagtap trained students in Western music, with some subsequently pursuing careers in the Indian film and music industry.
 
His work with the orchestra reflected his interest in musical education, orchestral performance and the development of young musicians.
 
==Move to Mumbai==
 
In '''1965''', Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap moved to Mumbai to pursue a professional career in the Indian film industry.
 
His entry into the Mumbai film-music industry was facilitated through his connection with musician '''Sumantraj''', a flutist and founder of the Cine Musicians Association.
 
Following an audition on violin, Jagtap was encouraged to pursue opportunities in Mumbai. He was subsequently introduced to '''Kalyanji''' of Kalyanji–Anandji, which led to his early professional film-music recording work.
 
==Film Music Career==
 
Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap worked primarily as a violinist and session musician in Indian film music.
 
His work included performing in:
 
* Group violin sections
* Song violin sections
* Solo violin passages
* Orchestral recordings
* Film music recordings
* Musical arrangements
 
According to the submitted profile, he played violin on more than '''10,000 songs''' during his professional career.
 
He worked with numerous prominent music directors associated with the golden era and later periods of Indian film music, including:
 
* Kalyanji–Anandji
* Naushad
* O. P. Nayyar
* Salil Chowdhury
* Shankar–Jaikishan
* Laxmikant–Pyarelal
* Madan Mohan
* S. D. Burman
* R. D. Burman
* Ravindra Jain
* Anu Malik
* Bappi Lahiri
* A. R. Rahman
* Himesh Reshammiya
 
His professional work also included playing behind prominent playback singers such as '''Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, Mukesh''' and '''Mohammed Rafi'''.
 
==Work with Ravindra Jain==
 
Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap also worked with music director '''Ravindra Jain'''.


==Education==
In addition to performing as a violinist, he arranged songs for Ravindra Jain, contributing to the musical arrangement and recording process.


Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap completed a degree course at Music College, now known as the Faculty of Performing Arts, specializing in violin performance. He also studied Western staff notation informally from Edward Daniel Francis, described as a well-known clarinet player and bandmaster of the State Reserve Police (SRP) band. This combination of formal education in Indian classical violin tradition and informal Western notation training gave him unique capability to perform both orchestral and solo roles throughout his career.
==Cine Musicians Association==


==Career==
Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap served as '''President of the Cine Musicians Association'''.


Ashok Jagtap's professional career spans nearly 55 years of work in Indian film music and orchestral performance.
The association was founded by his mentor Sumantraj and represents professional musicians associated with the Indian film industry.


===Opera Music Centre===
During his association with the organization, Jagtap participated in professional activities concerning musicians, including auditions and membership-related responsibilities.


In 1963, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap founded Opera Music Centre, a local orchestra in Gujarat. The orchestra became known across Gujarat for Western music performances and training. Through Opera Music Centre, he trained many students in Western music, with some later joining the film industry and establishing careers in music. His work with the orchestra reflected his commitment to developing skilled musicians and spreading Western musical training in Gujarat.
He was also associated with the '''Western India Cine Employees Union''' and committees connected with the film-industry workforce.


===Move to Mumbai and Professional Breakthrough===
==Dadasaheb Phalke Award Association==


In 1965, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap moved to Mumbai to pursue a professional career in the film industry as a musician. His career breakthrough came through a personal introduction to Sumantraj, a legendary flutist and founder of the Cine Musicians Association. Sumantraj auditioned him on violin and recognized his talent, encouraging him to move to Mumbai permanently. Within a week of this meeting, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap relocated to Mumbai. Sumantraj personally introduced him to Kalyanji of Kalyanji-Anandji, which led to his first professional film music recording, launching a decades-long career in the Indian film industry.
During his tenure in the Cine Musicians Association, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap supported recommendations concerning recognition of veteran musicians.


===Film Music Career===
He recommended rhythm player and music director '''Dattaram Wadkar''' for recognition in the musician category of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.


As a violinist and film musician, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap worked with virtually every major music director of the golden era of Indian film music, including Naushad, O.P. Nayyar, Salil Chowdhury, Shankar-Jaikishan, Laxmikant-Pyarelal, Madan Mohan, Ravindra Jain, S.D. Burman, R.D. Burman, Anu Malik, Bappi Lahiri, and later-generation composers like Rahman and Himesh Reshammiya.
When Dattaram Wadkar was unable to attend the awards function on '''30 April 2006''' due to illness, Jagtap accepted the award on his behalf.


His work included playing in group violin sections as well as performing as a song violinist, playing solo violin passages behind prominent playback singers including Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, Mukesh, and Mohammed Rafi. Because he knew both Indian classical music and Western notation, he was uniquely capable of playing both orchestral and solo song-violin roles. According to his professional record, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap played violin on more than 10,000 songs during his career spanning nearly 55 years. He also arranged songs for music director Ravindra Jain, contributing both performance and musical arrangement work to the industry.
He also supported the association's recommendation of arranger '''Manohari Singh''' for recognition in the music category.


===Industry Leadership===
==Awards and Recognition==


Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap became President of the Cine Musicians Association, the same professional body founded by his mentor Sumantraj. He also served as an office bearer of the Western India Cine Employees Union. As association president, he recommended rhythm player and music director Dattaram Wadkar for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in the musician category. When Dattaram was too ill to attend the awards function on 30 April 2006, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap accepted the award on his behalf. He also supported the association's recommendation of arranger Manohari Singh for a Dadasaheb Phalke Award in the music category. Throughout his leadership, he acted as an auditions gatekeeper for new musicians seeking association membership, working alongside senior figures like Manohari Singh.
Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap has received recognition for his contribution to Indian film music.


==Achievements==
According to the submitted information, he was honoured by music director '''Pyarelal''' on behalf of the Cine Musicians Association for his professional contributions.


Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap has been recognized for his significant contributions to Indian film music. He worked with every major music director of the golden era and backed leading playback singers in their iconic recordings. His decades of professional involvement as a violinist, arranger, mentor, and industry leader have established him as a significant figure in the history of Indian film music. He received recognition from music director Pyarelal on behalf of the Cine Musicians Association for his professional contributions.
His long career as a violinist, arranger, mentor and professional association leader represents a significant part of his contribution to Indian film music.


==Published Work==
==Published Work==


Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap authored the book Golden Era of Indian Music, a 134-page work originally compiled from posts he wrote on Facebook and WhatsApp, later assembled into book form at the urging of friends. The book is dedicated to his parents and includes acknowledgements to friend Dhiru Mistry who motivated him to write it, Dr. Ashutosh Arya for editing, Bindoo Printing Press for printing, and I.P. Singh for cover design. The book contains 48 chapters and anecdotes documenting his experiences with major figures including Shankar-Jaikishan, Khayyam, Manohari Singh, Mukesh, Mohammed Rafi, Kishore Kumar, O.P. Nayyar, Kalyanji-Anandji, and Madan Mohan, along with a photo gallery. A Gujarati edition is also available, with a Marathi translation completed and available.
Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap authored a book documenting his experiences during the golden era of Indian film music.
 
The book is titled '''Golden Era of Indian Music''' and contains accounts and anecdotes from his professional journey.
 
The work was originally developed from posts and experiences he shared through social media and messaging platforms before being compiled into book form.
 
The book contains '''48 chapters''' and discusses his experiences with prominent personalities from Indian music and cinema, including:
 
* Shankar–Jaikishan
* Khayyam
* Manohari Singh
* Mukesh
* Mohammed Rafi
* Kishore Kumar
* O. P. Nayyar
* Kalyanji–Anandji
* Madan Mohan
 
The book also includes a photo gallery and personal recollections from his career.
 
A '''Gujarati edition''' is available, and a '''Marathi translation''' has also been completed according to the submitted information.
 
==Musical Contributions==
 
Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap's professional contributions include:
 
* Violin performance
* Film music recording
* Group violin performance
* Song violin performance
* Solo violin passages
* Western music
* Musical arrangement
* Orchestra performance
* Training students in Western music
* Mentoring musicians
* Professional association activities
 
His career illustrates the important contribution of session musicians and instrumentalists to Indian film music recordings.
 
==Professional Journey==
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Year / Period !! Professional Milestone
|-
| 1942
| Born in Baroda, Gujarat
|-
| 1963
| Founded Opera Music Centre in Gujarat
|-
| 1963 onwards
| Trained students in Western music and performed with the orchestra
|-
| 1965
| Moved to Mumbai to pursue a professional career in film music
|-
| 1965 onwards
| Began professional recording work and subsequently worked with prominent music directors
|-
| Career
| Played violin on more than 10,000 songs
|-
| Career
| Worked as a violinist and music arranger
|-
| Career
| Served as President of the Cine Musicians Association
|-
| Career
| Associated with professional organizations representing cine musicians
|-
| Later years
| Documented his experiences of the golden era of Indian film music in book form
|}


==Legacy==
==Legacy==


Ashok Jagtap's career reflects the essential role of session musicians and instrumentalists in the development and recording of Indian film music. His work spans the complete history of the golden era, from the mid-1960s through the 1990s and beyond. His contributions as a violinist, arranger, orchestra founder, mentor to younger musicians, and association leader have significantly impacted the Indian film music industry. His documented experiences through his book preserve important history and insights from the golden era of Indian cinema.
Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap's career spans several decades of Indian film music, from the mid-1960s through later generations of cinema.
 
His contributions as a violinist, session musician, arranger, orchestra founder, music trainer and professional association leader form an important part of his musical journey.
 
His book documenting his experiences provides a personal account of musicians, music directors, playback singers and recording practices associated with the golden era of Indian film music.
 
==Retirement==
 
After several decades of professional involvement in Indian film music, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap is enjoying retired life.
 
His professional journey includes extensive experience as a violinist, film musician, orchestra performer, arranger, mentor and representative of cine musicians.
 
==Personal Details==
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Detail !! Information
|-
| Full Name
| Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap
|-
| Date of Birth
| 29 July 1942
|-
| Birthplace
| Baroda (now Vadodara), Gujarat, India
|-
| Nationality
| Indian
|-
| Profession
| Musician, Violinist and Film Musician
|-
| Education
| Degree course at Music College, now Faculty of Performing Arts
|-
| Musical Training
| Western musical notation
|-
| Teacher
| Edward Daniel Francis
|-
| Orchestra
| Opera Music Centre
|-
| Mumbai Career
| Began in 1965
|-
| Songs Played
| More than 10,000
|-
| Professional Association
| Cine Musicians Association
|-
| Former Position
| President, Cine Musicians Association
|-
| Residence
| Mulund East, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
|}


==Contact Information==
==Contact Information==
* Name: Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap
 
* Address: A/803 Sheth Residency Park, Near Tarun Utkarsh School, Gavanpada, Mulund East, Mumbai – 400081, Maharashtra, India
{| class="wikitable"
* Mobile: 9820548475
! Detail !! Information
* Alternate Mobile: 8828516690
|-
* Email: ashok.k.jagtap@gmail.com
| Name
| Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap
|-
| Address
| A/803 Sheth Residency Park, Near Tarun Utkarsh School, Gavanpada, Mulund East, Mumbai – 400081, Maharashtra, India
|-
| Mobile
| 9820548475
|-
| Alternate Mobile
| 8828516690
|-
| Email
| ashok.k.jagtap@gmail.com
|}
 
==Gallery==
==Gallery==


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==External Links==
==External Links==


* [https://youtu.be/3GPzEt8OqdQ Video – Ashok Jagtap]
* [https://youtu.be/3GPzEt8OqdQ Video – Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap]
* [https://youtu.be/moW_-MUmZxs Video – Ashok Jagtap]
* [https://youtu.be/moW_-MUmZxs Video – Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap]
 
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Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap is an Indian musician, violinist and film musician associated with the golden era of Indian film music. Born on 29 July 1942 in Baroda, now known as Vadodara, Gujarat, he moved to Mumbai in 1965 to pursue a professional career in the film industry.

Over a career spanning several decades, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap played violin on more than 10,000 songs and worked with numerous prominent music directors and playback singers. He also founded Opera Music Centre, served as President of the Cine Musicians Association, worked as a music arranger and documented his experiences in a book about the golden era of Indian film music.

Early Life

Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap was born on 29 July 1942 in Baroda (Vadodara), Gujarat, India.

He developed an interest in Western music during his early years and received musical training that helped him develop skills in both Indian musical traditions and Western musical notation.

Education and Musical Training

Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap completed a degree course at Music College, now known as the Faculty of Performing Arts, with a specialization in violin performance.

He also learned Western staff notation from Edward Daniel Francis, described as a clarinet player and bandmaster associated with the State Reserve Police band.

His combination of violin training and knowledge of Western notation enabled him to perform in orchestral sections as well as individual song-violin roles.

Opera Music Centre

In 1963, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap founded Opera Music Centre, a local orchestra in Gujarat.

The orchestra became known for Western music performances and training. Through Opera Music Centre, Jagtap trained students in Western music, with some subsequently pursuing careers in the Indian film and music industry.

His work with the orchestra reflected his interest in musical education, orchestral performance and the development of young musicians.

Move to Mumbai

In 1965, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap moved to Mumbai to pursue a professional career in the Indian film industry.

His entry into the Mumbai film-music industry was facilitated through his connection with musician Sumantraj, a flutist and founder of the Cine Musicians Association.

Following an audition on violin, Jagtap was encouraged to pursue opportunities in Mumbai. He was subsequently introduced to Kalyanji of Kalyanji–Anandji, which led to his early professional film-music recording work.

Film Music Career

Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap worked primarily as a violinist and session musician in Indian film music.

His work included performing in:

  • Group violin sections
  • Song violin sections
  • Solo violin passages
  • Orchestral recordings
  • Film music recordings
  • Musical arrangements

According to the submitted profile, he played violin on more than 10,000 songs during his professional career.

He worked with numerous prominent music directors associated with the golden era and later periods of Indian film music, including:

  • Kalyanji–Anandji
  • Naushad
  • O. P. Nayyar
  • Salil Chowdhury
  • Shankar–Jaikishan
  • Laxmikant–Pyarelal
  • Madan Mohan
  • S. D. Burman
  • R. D. Burman
  • Ravindra Jain
  • Anu Malik
  • Bappi Lahiri
  • A. R. Rahman
  • Himesh Reshammiya

His professional work also included playing behind prominent playback singers such as Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, Mukesh and Mohammed Rafi.

Work with Ravindra Jain

Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap also worked with music director Ravindra Jain.

In addition to performing as a violinist, he arranged songs for Ravindra Jain, contributing to the musical arrangement and recording process.

Cine Musicians Association

Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap served as President of the Cine Musicians Association.

The association was founded by his mentor Sumantraj and represents professional musicians associated with the Indian film industry.

During his association with the organization, Jagtap participated in professional activities concerning musicians, including auditions and membership-related responsibilities.

He was also associated with the Western India Cine Employees Union and committees connected with the film-industry workforce.

Dadasaheb Phalke Award Association

During his tenure in the Cine Musicians Association, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap supported recommendations concerning recognition of veteran musicians.

He recommended rhythm player and music director Dattaram Wadkar for recognition in the musician category of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.

When Dattaram Wadkar was unable to attend the awards function on 30 April 2006 due to illness, Jagtap accepted the award on his behalf.

He also supported the association's recommendation of arranger Manohari Singh for recognition in the music category.

Awards and Recognition

Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap has received recognition for his contribution to Indian film music.

According to the submitted information, he was honoured by music director Pyarelal on behalf of the Cine Musicians Association for his professional contributions.

His long career as a violinist, arranger, mentor and professional association leader represents a significant part of his contribution to Indian film music.

Published Work

Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap authored a book documenting his experiences during the golden era of Indian film music.

The book is titled Golden Era of Indian Music and contains accounts and anecdotes from his professional journey.

The work was originally developed from posts and experiences he shared through social media and messaging platforms before being compiled into book form.

The book contains 48 chapters and discusses his experiences with prominent personalities from Indian music and cinema, including:

  • Shankar–Jaikishan
  • Khayyam
  • Manohari Singh
  • Mukesh
  • Mohammed Rafi
  • Kishore Kumar
  • O. P. Nayyar
  • Kalyanji–Anandji
  • Madan Mohan

The book also includes a photo gallery and personal recollections from his career.

A Gujarati edition is available, and a Marathi translation has also been completed according to the submitted information.

Musical Contributions

Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap's professional contributions include:

  • Violin performance
  • Film music recording
  • Group violin performance
  • Song violin performance
  • Solo violin passages
  • Western music
  • Musical arrangement
  • Orchestra performance
  • Training students in Western music
  • Mentoring musicians
  • Professional association activities

His career illustrates the important contribution of session musicians and instrumentalists to Indian film music recordings.

Professional Journey

Year / Period Professional Milestone
1942 Born in Baroda, Gujarat
1963 Founded Opera Music Centre in Gujarat
1963 onwards Trained students in Western music and performed with the orchestra
1965 Moved to Mumbai to pursue a professional career in film music
1965 onwards Began professional recording work and subsequently worked with prominent music directors
Career Played violin on more than 10,000 songs
Career Worked as a violinist and music arranger
Career Served as President of the Cine Musicians Association
Career Associated with professional organizations representing cine musicians
Later years Documented his experiences of the golden era of Indian film music in book form

Legacy

Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap's career spans several decades of Indian film music, from the mid-1960s through later generations of cinema.

His contributions as a violinist, session musician, arranger, orchestra founder, music trainer and professional association leader form an important part of his musical journey.

His book documenting his experiences provides a personal account of musicians, music directors, playback singers and recording practices associated with the golden era of Indian film music.

Retirement

After several decades of professional involvement in Indian film music, Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap is enjoying retired life.

His professional journey includes extensive experience as a violinist, film musician, orchestra performer, arranger, mentor and representative of cine musicians.

Personal Details

Detail Information
Full Name Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap
Date of Birth 29 July 1942
Birthplace Baroda (now Vadodara), Gujarat, India
Nationality Indian
Profession Musician, Violinist and Film Musician
Education Degree course at Music College, now Faculty of Performing Arts
Musical Training Western musical notation
Teacher Edward Daniel Francis
Orchestra Opera Music Centre
Mumbai Career Began in 1965
Songs Played More than 10,000
Professional Association Cine Musicians Association
Former Position President, Cine Musicians Association
Residence Mulund East, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Contact Information

Detail Information
Name Ashok Krishnarao Jagtap
Address A/803 Sheth Residency Park, Near Tarun Utkarsh School, Gavanpada, Mulund East, Mumbai – 400081, Maharashtra, India
Mobile 9820548475
Alternate Mobile 8828516690
Email ashok.k.jagtap@gmail.com

Gallery

External Links


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