Gemraram

Gemraram is another experienced folk musician of the Meghwal tribe that resides in the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan. He has a wife, one son, and grandchildren who take care of him. He has been playing music for a very long time and he knows the folk music of Rajasthan thoroughly. Gemraram took inspiration from his father who was known as Sitara Ji during his time. He would sing a lot at home and it was inevitable for Gemraram to develop a keen interest in music during his childhood.

Gemraram plays Tandura and Manjira as well. Since his childhood, he was surrounded by folk and classical musicians of great caliber. He believes that due to these reasons it was quite easy for him to pick up the art form and master it. 

Music is a source of income for him and his family but more importantly, it is an artful representation of the culture that he was born and raised in. He wants to support his local culture and community and create more awareness about the folk music of Rajasthan.

• Jaisalmer
• Rajasthan