Lalgudi GJR Krishnan

In the sphere of Carnatic music, the name Lalgudi G J R Krishnan is instantly associated with melody, rhythm, masterly technique on the violin and overall musical excellence. Born in the lineage of the giant Saint and Composer Saint Thyagaraja, he was meticulously groomed by his father and guru, the legendary Lalgudi Jayaraman. The Lalgudi bani (style) is unique in that it comes close to the gayaki style of musical expression with the sahitya and the emotions embedded in the composition emerging loud and clear. Krishnan has remarkably internalized this exquisite quality of violin playing and is recognized by the lay and the cognoscenti as an artist of remarkable merit.