Our People

Shahid Parvez Khan (Ustadji)

Shahid Parvez Khan is a sitar maestro of global acclaim and is regarded as one of the finest Indian Classical musicians alive. He is one of the most brilliant musical gems of the famous Etawah tradition and belongs to the seventh generation of this musical lineage. He is the musical inspiration behind the Academy. Read more

Seema Gulati (Director)

Seema Gulati is the founder, director, and lead instructor at the SPK Academy of Music. She is a senior disciple of Ustadji and is a rising star in the world of sitar. Her sensitive musicality and virtuosic performances have wowed audiences and peers alike. Seema recently performed as part of the Silk Road Global Musician Workshop ensemble.


Seema Gulati (Director)

Adam Afshar
(Chief Legal Officer)

Nouman Khan (Secretary)

Nikhil Mahajan
(Treasurer)

Kelly Johnson (Instructor)

Alpa Shah
(Instructor)

Avichal Jha
(Volunteer)

Meena Hewett, volunteer

Meena Hewitt (Volunteer)