Indian-American vocalist and entrepreneur, Chandrika Tandon, has been awarded a Grammy for her album Triveni in the Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album category at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards. The prestigious event, hosted by the Recording Academy, took place at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Chandrika Tandon Wins Grammy In Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album Category
Tandon, a global business leader and the elder sister of former PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi, shared this remarkable achievement with her collaborators, South African flautist Wouter Kellerman and Japanese cellist Eru Matsumoto.
Tandon was overjoyed after receiving the award, expressing her excitement in a backstage interview. "It feels amazing. We had such wonderful nominees in the category. The fact that we won this is really an extra special moment for us. There were fabulous musicians who were nominated with us." Her win is a huge accomplishment, marking a significant milestone in her career as a musician. The Triveni album features seven tracks, including Pathway to Light, Chant in A, Journey Within, Aether's Serenade, Ancient Moon, Open Sky, and Seeking Shakti, all of which showcase her fusion of traditional and contemporary music.
Who is Chandrika Tandon?
Chandrika Tandon is a well-established global business leader and an accomplished musician. Born and raised in Chennai, she pursued her studies at Madras Christian College before completing her master’s degree at IIM Ahmedabad. Tandon made history as the first Indian-American woman to be elected partner at McKinsey & Company, a significant achievement in her business career.
In addition to her business success, Tandon has had a deep passion for music, receiving training in Hindustani, Carnatic, and Western music. She began her musical journey with the release of her debut album, Soul Call, in 2009. The album earned a Grammy nomination for Best Contemporary World Music in 2011, marking the beginning of her recognition in the music industry.
Tandon's sixth album, Triveni, has now earned her the Grammy win. The album’s tracks reflect her spiritual and creative journey, blending classical and contemporary sounds into a soothing musical experience. Tandon’s achievement at the Grammys is a testament to her dedication and talent in both her professional and artistic pursuits.