Ravi Shankar was a renowned sitarist from India. He was born in 1920 and is widely considered to be one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. He was a master of the sitar, an Indian stringed instrument, and was known for his virtuosity and improvisational skills. He collaborated with many Western musicians, including George Harrison of The Beatles, and was awarded three Grammy Awards. He passed away in 2012 at the age of 92.