G. J. R. Krishnan

Lalgudi Gopala 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. Lalgudi Krishnan was awarded with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2015.[2] This is the highest Indian recognition given to people in the field of performing arts. Along with his sister, Lalgudi Vijayalakshmi, the duo was honored with the prestigious Sangita Kalanidhi award from the Madras Music Academy in 2022.[3] This is considered the highest accolade in the field of Carnatic music.[4]

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
Instrument(s)Violin
Years active1973 – present
Websitehttp://www.lalgudigjrkrishnan.com/
In this Indian name, the name Jayaraman is a patronymic, and the person should be referred to by the given name, Krishnan.

Early life and background

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

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.[5]
  • 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

Awards Krishnan has won include:

Discography
  • Bow to the violins

References
  1. "Indian Heritage – Profiles of Artistes, Composers, Musicologists – K".
  2. "Sangeet Natak Akademi: President confers Sangeet Natak Akademi award, fellowship | Delhi News – Times of India". The Times of India. PTI. 4 October 2016. Retrieved 7 June 2021.
  3. https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/music/music-academy-announces-sangita-kalanidhi-awards-for-three-years/article65446517.ece#:~:text=Santhanagopalan%20has%20been%20selected%20for,sister%20GJR%20Vijayalakshmi%20for%202022.&text=The%20Music%20Academy%20on%20Sunday,years%202020%2C%202021%20and%202022.
  4. https://musicacademymadras.in/awards/sangita-kalanidhi/
  5. "The Hindu : Friday Review Thiruvananthapuram / Music : Ragas of a festival". hindu.com. Archived from the original on 25 March 2008. Retrieved 13 January 2022.
  6. https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/music/music-academy-announces-sangita-kalanidhi-awards-for-three-years/article65446517.ece#:~:text=Santhanagopalan%20has%20been%20selected%20for,sister%20GJR%20Vijayalakshmi%20for%202022.&text=The%20Music%20Academy%20on%20Sunday,years%202020%2C%202021%20and%202022.
  7. "Indira Sivasailam Foundation". isfoundation.in. Retrieved 10 June 2021.
  8. "Sangeet Natak Akademi: President confers Sangeet Natak Akademi award, fellowship | Delhi News – Times of India". The Times of India. PTI. 4 October 2016. Retrieved 7 June 2021.
  9. Srihari, Gudipoodi (3 December 2009). "Under the spotlight". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 7 June 2021.
  10. "Sri Krishna Gana Sabha – Sangeetha Choodamanis". krishnaganasabha.org. Archived from the original on 27 October 2019.
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