John Dubberstein: Sitar

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John Carl Dubberstein started playing the sitar while living in India during the 1970s, his primary teacher being Harihar Rao.   He continued his study of the instrument at the Ali Akbar College of Music in Berkeley, and has now been playing for over 40 years. 

 

His Clear Light Ensemble weaves musical compositions grounded in classical raga scales and has featured collaborations with a variety of prominent luminaries.  

 

John has also played the electric and acoustic guitar for four decades, and has led a number of blues and rock bands, including Jaguar Memory Loss, Blind Pig, and the Bad Boys Blues Band.

 

On breezy days you will find him windsurfing the mighty Hudson River, as he currently resides in Newburgh, NY.