IndiaJiva are multi-instrumentalists and composers Ron Ragel and Vicki Hansen, who have carved  a niche for themselves in the field of world fusion music – creating a new synthesis in sound, transporting their audiences and listeners beyond the borders of both East and West.  
They perform an array of traditional and modern instruments such as sitar, lap steel guitar, keyboards, flutes, didgeridoo, guitar, bass, percussion and vocals.

"Music has an incredible power to influence our experience - and in so many ways that we may not even be aware of. I strive to create music that is unique, sensitive and original, interpreting and enriching the story without getting in the way"- Vicki Hansen

Combining music and image has always been my dream. I'm extremely fortunate that my dream is now an everyday realty and I look forward to each day with a sense of passion and purpose in what I do.I get to work on really interesting, groundbreaking stories, wonderful images and to portray a huge emotional palette through music.
My history has been diverse - spanning twenty five years plus as a musician and composer, with over twelve albums under my belt, numerous projects as composer, musical director, sound designer and performer in arts as diverse as theatre, dance, live music, circus, film and television...Starting out as a musician at the age of four, I've learned to play a variety of musical instruments - keyboards, guitar, bass guitar, lap steel guitar, flute, recorder, didgeridoo, African and Egyptian percussion.

I've also had the opportunity to learn the ancient and complex art of classical Indian vocals,having studied under the tutelage of Neeta Bhattacharyya and Maestro Sarangan Sriranganathan. I've also completed a Masters Degree in Screen Music at the Australian Film, TV and Radio School - a great time of learning and solidifying my craft.I am now fortunate enough to teach 'World Music for the Screen' and 'Music for Documentary' at AFTRS to emerging screen composers.

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