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Chennai: Tributes poured in for violin maestro TN Krishnan, who died here at the age of 92, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister
Amit Shah and the world of Carnatic music mourning the doyen's demise and recalling his rich contributions.He passed away on Monday due to
Narayanaiyer Krishnan started off his musical journey at a young age under his father's tutelage and staged his maiden performance at the
age of 11.Born in 1928 in Kerala, Krishnan shifted to Chennai inthe early 1940s and was tutored by Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer, a legend in
the field of classical music.A recipient of numerous awards, including the Padma Vibhushan and the Music Academy's Sangeetha Kalanidhi,
many stalwarts of Carnatic music like Ariyakudi Ramanuja Iyengar and Madurai Mani Iyer, before going on to become a solo performer who
enthralled his audiences for a long time and was active till his last days.Besides the enthralling rendition of various ragas, his
performing 'jingle bells' with Mridangam and ghatam (percussion instruments) for company is fondly recalled by many 'rasikas' (fans).Prime
Minister Modi condoled Krishnan's death, saying his demise has left a "big void" in the world of music
"The demise of noted violinist Shri TN Krishnan leaves a big void in the world of music
His works beautifully encapsulated a wide range of emotions and strands of our culture
He was also an outstanding mentor to young musicians
Condolences to his family and admirers
violinist." "His death is a big loss to the music world, particularly Carnatic music
He was known to capture the essence of ragas - had enthralled the audience for decades with soul-stirring music," he said.Noted commentator
Sumanth V Raman recalled Krishnan was among the three greats vis-a-vis violin
"RIP T N Krishnan one of the legendary violinists of our times
In the pantheon of Carnatic music violinists when we were growing up, there were 3 greats, Lalgudi Jayaraman, MSGopalakrishnan and TN
"Very saddened to know that Violin maestro Prof TN Krishnan has passed away
He was one of those rare musical gems of India for whom music was a way of life
My deepest condolences to his family and prayers that his soul rests in peace
His music lives on timelessly!" he tweeted.Amit Shah said as a gifted musician, Krishnan captured the imagination of several generations
with his 'breathtaking' compositions.Tamil Nadu Governor Banwarilal Purohit said Krishnan's contributions to Carnatic music will be
"His demise is an irreparable loss to the people of India, particularly to all he Carnatic music lovers across the globe," he said in his
many others condoled the demise of Krishnan.Many rasikas (fans) also recalled his enthralling performances, including Krishnan playing
'jingle bells' on violin.
