Shobha Gurtu 1925 September 27 2004 was one of India's most famous singers in the light classical style. She was popularly known as the Thumri Queen. Born in Belgaum she was first trained by her mother Menekabai Shirodkar a professional dancer disciple of Ustad Alladiya Khan of the Jaipur Atrauli gharana. She continued her vocal studies under Ustad Gham Read more...... Biography - wiki