Pink Panther Custom Stratocaster
The visual manifesto of my sound, recognized before a single note is played.
About Saleh Ahmed Samee
Bridging traditional Bangladeshi music with contemporary sounds
The Artist
Saleh Ahmed Samee, professionally known as Saleh Samee, is a visionary Bangladeshi guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and music producer based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. He is renowned for his innovative work in ethnic fusion music, seamlessly integrating traditional string instruments such as mandolin, dotara, and Afghan rubab into contemporary pop, rock, and electronic music.
His unique approach has earned him collaborations with leading Bangladeshi artists and performances in international tours, national broadcasts, and major music productions across the globe.
"Music is the universal language that connects cultures and generations. My mission is to preserve Bangladesh's rich musical heritage while pushing the boundaries of modern soundscapes."— Saleh Ahmed Samee
Signature Expertise
Widely recognized for his iconic Pink Panther Custom Stratocaster, Samee is a master of traditional and modern instruments including the Afghan Rabab, Mandolin, Dotara, Saz, and Oud.
Session guitarist for Bangladesh's mainstream icons
International music producer and composer
Cultural ambassador bridging East and West
Award-winning instrumentalist and performer
Quick Facts
Based in:
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Specializes in:
Ethnic Fusion
Experience:
10+ Years
Languages:
English, Bengali
🎵 Music Producer
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🎸 Session Guitarist
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🌍 International Performer
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🎨 Cultural Innovator
Career Highlights
Numbers that tell the story of a musical journey
10+
Years Experience
50M+
Streams Reached
15+
Countries Performed
25+
Major Collaborations
Services & Expertise
Professional music services combining traditional craftsmanship with modern production techniques
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Live Performance
Concert performances, tours, and live events with full band or solo acoustic sets featuring ethnic fusion arrangements.
- • International tours
- • Festival appearances
- • Corporate events
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Music Production
Studio recording, mixing, and production services for artists, films, and commercial projects.
- • Session guitar work
- • Traditional instrument recording
- • Sound design
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Composition & Arrangement
Original compositions and arrangements blending traditional Bangladeshi music with contemporary styles.
- • Film scores
- • Advertising music
- • Cultural projects
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Workshops & Education
Music education and cultural workshops sharing traditional instrument techniques and fusion methodologies.
- • Instrument masterclasses
- • Cultural exchange programs
- • Music therapy sessions
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Media & Broadcasting
Television appearances, radio features, and media productions showcasing musical talent and cultural heritage.
- • TV performances
- • Radio interviews
- • Documentary features
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Collaborations
Creative partnerships with artists, producers, and cultural institutions for innovative music projects.
- • Artist collaborations
- • Cross-cultural projects
- • Music festivals
Featured Work
Showcasing recent highlights and ongoing projects that define my musical journey
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Coke Studio Bangla Season 3
Featured Rubab instrumentalist on "Moha Jadu" with Habib Wahid - currently streaming on major platforms.
Watch Performance →🌍
International Tours 2024
USA and Australia tours with Habib Wahid, performing for diverse audiences across four countries.
View Tour Highlights →🎸
Pink Panther Sessions
Signature guitar work and production featuring the iconic custom Stratocaster in studio and live settings.
Explore Gear →🎬
IPDC Amader Gaan
Cultural preservation project featuring traditional instruments in modern arrangements.
Watch Episode →🎪
Educational Initiatives
Workshops and masterclasses sharing traditional instrument techniques with new generations.
Book Workshop →🤝
Ongoing Collaborations
Active partnerships with artists, producers, and cultural institutions for innovative projects.
View Collaborators →🎸 The Sonic Architecture of Saleh Samee
A refined showcase of signature instruments that define the visual identity and tonal character of my work.
Signature Custom Mandolin
Bright percussive soul, woven into landmark recordings and collaborations.
Afghan Rabab
The Silk Road texture of my ensemble, grounded in tradition and reaching for the stars.
Arabic Oud
Exploring notes between notes, this oud expands my sound into new tonal landscapes.
Custom Storyteller Acoustic
Carved with the same soul, this guitar is the canvas for my most personal compositions.
Tara's Ensemble
The full collective voice of my sonic identity, blending ancient heritage with modern production.
📸 Photo Gallery
A professionally curated gallery of Samee’s stage, studio, collaboration, and signature guitar moments.
Live in Sydney
Signature portrait
Acoustic guitar session
Band performance
Joler Gaan at IPDC
Coke Studio Bangla
Collaboration performance
IPDC Amader Gaan
Pink Panther studio
New York live
Acoustic stage
Signature guitar set
With Joler Gaan
New York performance
Acoustic stage moment
Digital Bangladesh concert
New York stage
Acoustic live
With Emon Chowdhury
Festival stage
Stage with crowd
With Pink Panther
🤝 Collaborations
Habib Wahid
Vocalist & Producer
Emon Chowdhury
Composer & Producer
Shafiq Tuhin
Composer
Tasrif Khan
Composer
Imran Mahmudul
Performer
Dilshad Nahar Kona
Performer
Minar Rahman
Performer
Pintu Ghosh
Performer
Joler Gaan
Band Ensemble
Kureghor
Band Ensemble
📼 Featured Live Performances & Media
The most important live broadcasts and studio session videos in one curated collection.
Notable Performances & Media
Coke Studio Bangla (Season 3) — Moha Jadu
Featured Afghan Rubab instrumentalist in international fusion act with Habib Wahid.
Watch on YouTube
Habib Wahid — Beni Khuley
Lead guitarist in official music video (50M+ views commercial hit).
Watch on YouTube
IPDC Amader Gaan — Shua Urilo Urilo
Instrumental contribution with Joler Gaan in a flagship folk preservation series.
Watch on YouTube
BTV Eid Special — Hawai Midhai
Core Joler Gaan performer on national television holiday broadcast.
Watch on YouTube
Bangladesh Television — Jibon Boro Odbhut
Featured guitarist in a televised duet with Pinto Ghosh.
Watch on YouTube
NewsBangla24 — School Kholar Gaan
Social awareness performance with Joler Gaan in post-pandemic education campaign.
Watch on YouTubeLive Tour & Acoustic Sessions
Habib Wahid USA Tour (2023)
Tour highlight compilation with diverse arrangements and live stage energy.
Watch on YouTube
Zhir Zhir (Acoustic Performance)
Intimate firelight acoustic session with raw organic guitar style.
Watch on YouTube
Live at Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy
Full-length academy performance that captures broad musical repertoire.
Watch on YouTube
GP Unplugged Session
High-quality studio-live unplugged session with nuanced acoustic textures.
Watch on YouTube
Din Gelo (Live Performance)
Elegant live rendition, polished visuals and melodic precision.
Watch on YouTube
Melbourne Tour — Guitar Cam
Close-up technical live view of the guitar performance on stage.
Watch on YouTube🕒 Career & Performance Timeline
Compact career milestones designed for a clean website experience. Click to expand the full details.
Profile
Saleh Samee
Timeline overview
2025 breakthrough, international tours, USA run, national recognition, studio era, and early foundations.
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Timeline overview
2025 breakthrough, international tours, USA run, national recognition, studio era, and early foundations.
2025 — Breakthrough & Global Visibility
- Featured Rubab artist on Coke Studio Bangla Season 3 (“Moha Jadu”)
- Opened BPL Music Fest — MA Aziz Stadium, Chittagong
2024 — International Touring Era
- Riyadh Season — Suwaidi Park (with Habib Wahid)
- Australia Tour — Sydney & Melbourne (with Habib Wahid)
2023 — USA Tour
- Queens Theatre, New York
- The Ebell, Los Angeles
- Dallas & Redwood City shows (with Habib Wahid)
2022 — National Recognition
- Solo Mandolin at National Instrumental Music Festival
- Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy
2021 — National Stage & Television
- Mujib Shotobarsho — National Parade Ground (with Joler Gaan)
- Digital Bangladesh Concert — UIU
- Regular features on BTV, RTV, NTV, Channel i
2018–2021 — Session & Studio Era
- Assistant Producer — Music Factory & M Records
- Session work with top artists
- Composed “Keu Nei” (1.3M+ views)
- Champion — National Cultural Classical Carnival (2020)
2013–2017 — Foundations
- Founder & Lead Guitarist — Chatok
- Co-founder — Doorgo
- Album: Sohoj Manush (2015)
🌍 Selected Performances
International
- Riyadh Season, Saudi Arabia (2024)
- Australia Tour — Sydney & Melbourne (2024)
- USA Tour — New York, Los Angeles, Dallas (2023)
- Agartala, India — Rabindra Bhavan & Nazrul Kalakshetra
Bangladesh Highlights
- BPL Music Fest Opening (2024)
- Cholo Bangladesh — Army Stadium (2023)
- National Instrumental Music Festival (2022)
- Mujib Shotobarsho National Event (2021)
🏆 Awards and Recognition
- Champion & Judges' Choice Award: National Cultural Classical Carnival (Instrumental Category), 2020.
- Featured Solo Performer: National Instrumental Music Festival, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (2022).