S.D. Burman

About S.D. Burman

One of the most influential composers in Hindi film music, S.D. Burman drew from Bengali folk music, Rabindra Sangeet, and classical traditions to create a distinctively melodic style. His scores for Guide, Devdas, and Aradhana set the standard for Bollywood music. Father of R.D. Burman, he established a musical dynasty that shaped Indian cinema for decades.