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This is a sweaty me posing with one S. Rajam….a painter, musician and educator of high repute. He is the elder brother of veena (stringed lute) virtuoso S. Balachander and is the maternal uncle to my good friend V.S. Ravi (who I stayed with on my first visit). I have become friends with this family and would visit Rajam every few weeks to discuss music and other matters. He has developed a unique watercolour painting style and his works are sought after in India and abroad. He has also has rich lineage of music in his family and was taught by the legends of yesteryear. A living link to the “Golden Age” of Karnatak music.
He is in his mid-80’s now and still quick minded and actively painting.
Chennai, 2006
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