ZORA SEESAHAI (1929 - 2001)

Daughter of Indarjit Seesahai, leader of Jit Seesahai and his Melody Makers. Zora was born in Curepe, Trinidad. She was a very talented singer since childhood in both Indian and Western songs. She sang with her father's orchestra on Radio, Indian celebrations, such as Indian Independence Day celebration, wedding etc. She also went with her father on charity shows.

She was a teacher by profession. Her voice was unique and was best at imitating Juthika Ray, Geeta Dutt and Shamshad Begum. She was famous for her rendition of MERA SUNDAR SAPNA BEET GAY A (Geeta Dutt) And SOJA

From the film BARSAAT, she made popular on Radio in Trinidad - MUJHA Y KISEE KI PYAR HO GAY A and Narsaloo of Nay a Zamana would acompany her with his accomplished violin playing.

Zora's love of Indian music and singing took her to India. She was invited by RANJAN of Bombay Films - a producer, director and film star - famous for the film CHANDRALEKHA. Ranjan sponsored Zora to study at the famous Music School ofRukhmini Devi in KALAKSHETRA, Madras (Chenai).

Zora met her husband in Madras. He was Capt. Shamsher Singh Bedi, an airline pilot. They lived in Kashmir and later in New Delhi. They had six children. Three of whom now live in England, one in Durban/South Africa and two daughters in Trinidad - who are Kailash Kaur Bedi and Mrs. Anita Ramkisson (nee Bedi).

After the demise of Bedi, Zora remarried Rodney Webb of Trinidad andTobagQ TV. He _ later joined Paramount Studios. His work took them allover the world. Zora travelled and lived in Manila, Japan, Hong Kong, London and Trinidad. They had one son - Shiva Webb. Zora kept her beauty and charm right until a peaceful death in February 2001 in London. Zora will always be remembered for her melodious voice, her grace, sophistication, charm, serenity and beauty.