Mehar-Jot Singh Sagoo is an 18-year-old Indian Classical Tabla and Jori artist from the U.K. He is a dedicated student of the internationally renowned Ustaad Surdarshan Singh Chana, who he began learning from at the age of 6. Mehar-Jot Singh engages in weekly lessons and summer intensive retreats, both as a student and youth mentor, to support his practice as a growing musician. Mehar-Jot's playing style draws heavily on the Benaras and Punjab Gharanas, learning an extensive repertoire of authentic compositions that have been passed down through the ages. Returning for the second year running, Mehar-Jot is grateful to be a part of the prestigious Festival of Tabla.
 
Academically, Mehar-Jot is currently in his final year of A-Levels, studying Psychology, Philosophy and Economics. He hopes to work within the field of Music Psychology; looking into the effects of music on mental health at a deeper neurological level. Along with these ambitions, he aspires to develop in his own artistry while maintaining a grounding spiritual practice.