MSN Murthy
Mutnuri Srinivas Narasimhamurthy (MSN Murthy) is an Indian violinist, vocalist[1] and teacher.[2] As a violinist, MSN Murthy is known for his soft and balanced presentation.[3] As a singer, it was reported that he has a non-theatrical approach to singing.[4]
Early life and education
MSN Murthy started at seven years of age. He belongs to a family of classical musicians. His maternal grandparents Challa Narasimha Murthy and Challa Kameswaramma were patrons of music and dance. His mother Mutnuri Jalajakshi is also a vocalist.[5]
He started performing at the age of ten and was selected as a casual artist by All India Radio at the age of 14.[2] He graduated as an Electronics and Communications Engineer and worked for an organization for a couple of months. However, he preferred taking up a job as a staff artist in All India Radio, Vizag. He opted for voluntary retirement later.[2][5] His guru was the late Nallan Chakravarthula Krishnamacharyulu.[6]
Career/Performances
Murthy has performed in India and outside, including venues such as Lincoln Centre in New York[5] and Kalabharty.[7][8]
Awards
He was awarded the Dwaram Venkata Swamy Naidu Award at the 43rd annual festival of music and dance at Kalabharati in Vishakapatnam.[9]
References
- ↑ Gurucharan (May 1994). "One is where one's heart is". The Indian Express.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "M.S. N. MURTHY, The Violinist". Yo Vizag!. May 2017.
- ↑ Subrahmanyam, Velcheti. "Strings in Synchrony". The Hindu.
- ↑ Shankar, Bala. "Stress on Purity". The Hindu.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Tyagraj, Dr Dwaram (June 2003). "He's a violinist who plays from the soul". Deccan Chronicle.
- ↑ "A Passionate Violinist". The Hindu.
- ↑ "Fine blend of technique and knowledge". The Hindu. July 2008.
- ↑ Velcheti (July 2006). "An expression of devotion". The Indian Express.
- ↑ Velcheti (November 2012). "City's own maestro honoured". The Hindu.
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