G. J. R. Krishnan

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Lalgudi G. J. R. Krishnan
Lalgudi G J R Krishnan performing
Lalgudi G J R Krishnan performing
Background information
Born15 April 1960
Chennai, India
GenresClassical, fusion
Occupation(s)Violinist, composer
InstrumentsViolin
Years active1973 – present
Websitehttp://www.lalgudigjrkrishnan.com/

Lalgudi Gopala Iyer Jayaraman Radhakrishnan, popularly known as G. J. R. Krishnan or Lalgudi Krishnan, is a Carnatic violinist, vocalist and composer.[1] He is the son and disciple of the legendary maestro Lalgudi G. Jayaraman. Over the years, Krishnan has nurtured and propagated the legacy of the Lalgudi Bani, while also blending his own artistic elements. His style is defined by technique, bhava, laya, and a philosophical adherence to the notion that the violin must closely mimic the human voice.

Early life and background[edit]

Lalgudi Krishnan was born to violin maestro Lalgudi Jayaraman and Rajalakshmi.

Though a post graduate in commerce and a cost and works accountant and a company secretary education, Krishnan has dedicated his life to a career in music.

Career[edit]

Lalgudi G. J. R. Krishnan debuted in 1973. His style, like his father's, is the gayaka style closest to vocal rendition. He travels extensively on musical tours all over the world.

  • G J R Krishnan typically performs duets with his sister, Lalgudi Vijayalakshmi, a violin Vidushi.[2]
  • G J R Krishnan's world tours include performances
  • Lincoln Center, New york
  • a symphony, "Sunada Pravaham" (June 2004-conducted by G J R Krishnan) at the Singapore Arts Festival
  • Tropical Institute of Amsterdam
  • Concertgebouw-Amsterdam for the Indo Amsterdam Festival
  • Smithsonian Institution-Washington, USA
  • India festival in the erstwhile USSR
  • Purcell Room, London

Awards[edit]

Awards Krishnan has won include:

Discography[edit]

  • Bow to the violins

References[edit]

  1. http://www.saigan.com/heritage/music/garlndk2.htm
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  3. "Indira Sivasailam Foundation". isfoundation.in. Retrieved 10 June 2021.
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  5. Srihari, Gudipoodi (3 December 2009). "Under the spotlight". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 7 June 2021.
  6. http://krishnaganasabha.org/kgs_old/sangchoo.html
  7. "Sangeetha Choodamani", Wikipedia, 12 April 2021, retrieved 10 June 2021