Vidushi Saskia Rao-de Haas

Vidushi Saskia Rao-de Haas, originally from the Netherlands, is a pioneering musician who has created a unique instrument called the 'Bharatiya Cello' to bridge Eastern and Western musical traditions. Trained under the legendary flautist Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia, she has adapted the Western cello to play Indian classical music, creating a new dimension in cross-cultural musical expression. Her innovative approach has opened new possibilities for the cello in Indian classical music, making her a trailblazer in the fusion of musical traditions.