<p>Noted classical singer and harmonium artist Pandit Sanjay Ram Marathe died at a hospital in Maharashtra's Thane city, his family said on Monday. He was 68.</p>
<p>The artist had suffered a severe heart attack and was admitted to a private hospital in Thane where he died on Sunday night, his family members said.</p>
<p>He was the eldest son of legendary musician Pandit Ram Marathe.</p>
<p>Pandit Sanjay Marathe leaves behind a legacy rooted in <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai-guide/things-to-do/article/indian-flautist-pandit-ronu-majumdar-youngsters-are-in-a-hurry-to-perform-on-stage-23437224" target="_blank" rel="none noopener"><strong>Indian classical music</strong></a> and theatre.</p>
<p>He was highly respected for his expertise in harmonium and melodious singing, and actively participated in various programmes held this year, marking the birth centenary of his father.</p>
<p>In collaboration with his younger brother Mukund Marathe, Pandit Sanjay Marathe revived and staged the famous Marathi musical play 'Sangeet Mandarmala' as part of the centenary commemoration of their father.</p>
<p>The production received widespread acclaim for its innovative experiments while preserving the essence of the traditional <a href="https://www.mid-day.com/news/opinion/article/art-over-pride-23446996" target="_blank" rel="none noopener"><strong>Marathi musical theatre</strong></a>.</p>
<p>Pandit Sanjay Marathe is survived by his wife, a son and granddaughter.</p>
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