Heralded as one of the contemporary master musicians of Indian classical music, violin maestro Sri Ganesh Rajagopalan is noted for his virtuosic tonal excellence and wide-ranging creative genius. Recognized as a child prodigy, he has played violin since the age of seven, rising to international fame and touring the world with his brother Sri Kumaresh and performing with other luminaries of Indian Carnatic tradition, including tabla master Zakir Hussain.
Vid. Sri Ganesh Rajagopalan’s musical horizons are eclectic and broad, transcending classical Carnatic repertoire to create scintillating fusions with contemporary elements and sounds. He composes original ragas and sets tunes for the lyrics of great composers as well as creates scores for film, theater, and dance productions, including extensive work for noted film director A.R. Rahman.
An experienced educator who has taught around the world, including at Princeton, Stanford and other universities, he has founded his own music schools in Portland, and Seattle. He also performs with Zakir Hussain and John McLaughlin in the groundbreaking fusion ensemble Shakti, renowned for blending Carnatic music with modern jazz.
Temple of Music
Temple of Music derives great honor in promoting Indian Music in the West amongst all people irrespective of any divisions. It strives to build an ecosystem that brings together the Indian and Western classical art forms to create harmony and peace in the world.
Temple of Music‘s philosophy is rooted in the belief that music is a powerful vehicle for spiritual enlightenment, cultural enrichment, and human connection.It holds firm to the idea that music transcends boundaries, serving as a universal language that speaks to the depths of the human soul.
Through the multifaceted approach to cultural preservation, presentation, and education, Temple of Music strives to be a catalyst for artistic innovation, cross-cultural dialogue, and the celebration of India’s rich cultural heritage in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.