Anupa Pota

Anupa Pota: Celebrated Voice of Gujarati Garba and Sugam Sangeet

Musical Heritage and Training

Anupa Pota is a versatile and accomplished singer, celebrated especially for her mastery in Garba and Sugam Sangeet. With more than 20 years of professional experience, she is renowned both for preserving classical musical traditions and for delivering vibrant, popular stage performances. Anupa trained under two notable mentors: Smt. Piyuben Sarkhel and Shri Hemant Kothari, grounding her craft in classical discipline while developing an ability to perform a wide range of genres and languages, including Gujarati, Hindi, Sanskrit, and Odiya.

Educational Achievements

* Secured first place in Sangeet Visharad in North Indian Classical Vocal.

* Earned Sangeet Alankar from Gujarat Sangeet Nritya Natya Academy in 1997.

Signature Performances and Community Involvement

• Preserving Tradition Anupa is dedicated to the authentic performance of Garba, especially “Betha Garba,” a traditional form practised by the Nagar community during Navratri as a tribute to their Kuldevi. She founded "Sharnam Vrund," a collective of singers from her community, committed to reviving and showcasing these age-old compositions. Her performances offer a cultural and spiritual journey, spotlighting the soulful invocation and installation rituals that date to the 17th century.

• Festival Headliner Regular performer at prominent festivals such as the Vadodara Navratri Festival, where her vibrant Garba and classical renditions have won critical and audience acclaim.

• Touring Artist In 2024 and 2025, Anupa headlines Garba and Sangeet events across India and the United States, often sharing the stage with acclaimed artists like Gautam Dabir and Shyam Ghediya, bringing the essence of Gujarati folk and classical music to international audiences.

Versatility and Artistic Diversity

• Performs an impressive repertoire spanning:

• Gujarati and Hindi film songs

• Classical and semi-classical compositions

• Devotional music and Mangalashtak (wedding songs)

• Multilingual performances including Sanskrit and Odiya

Her live shows are celebrated for inclusivity and energetic participation, appealing to both traditionalists and a younger global diaspora.

Recognition and Community Leadership

• Recognized as a leading Garba and Sugam Sangeet performer by major Navratri and cultural organizations in Gujarat and abroad.

• Lauded for fostering community spirit through music, especially with projects that unite and showcase lesser-known regional musical forms.

• Her commitment to education and tradition makes her a sought-after mentor and figurehead for cultural music programs.

Why Attend an Anupa Pota Concert?

• Experience authentic, deeply-rooted Gujarati Garba and Sangeet delivered with technical brilliance and emotional resonance.

• Celebrate festivals and cultural milestones with a singer dedicated to both heritage and contemporary appeal.

• Participate in a vibrant musical tradition—where every performance becomes a bridge between generations and cultures.

Anupa Pota embodies the blend of rigorous classical training, artistic adaptability, and a passion for community celebration—making her concerts a highlight for anyone seeking the heart and soul of Indian folk and festival music.