He received initial music education and training in the harmonium from his grandfather Dadasaheb Naphade and from Arvind Gajendragadkar.
Kedar has been actively involved in the field of harmonium performance since 1982, showcasing his talents both as a soloist and an accompanist in hindustani classical music.
He embarked on his professional career in the realm of Hindustani Classical music at the age of 18, commencing solo and accompaniment performances in 1990.
Notably, Kedar gained recognition with his performance at the Annual Alladiya Khan Smruti Samaroha in Mumbai in 1992, collaborating with Smt.
Kedar has participated in numerous harmonium solo recitals and has provided accompaniment for vocalists in various concerts, spanning across India, Europe, and the United States.
His portfolio includes over 500 concert appearances, including performances at events and venues like the Alladiya Khan Smruti Samaroha, Dadar Matunga Cultural Center, and Vile Parle Music Circle in Mumbai, Kala Academy in Panaji Goa, Lincoln Center in New York, Carnegie Hall in New York, and The Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C.