Kadri Gopalnath
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About
Carnatic music pioneer and award-winning saxophonist. He was awarded the Padma Shri, a high civilian award, in 2004.
Before Fame
After hearing someone play the saxophone in the Mysore Palace band, he picked up the instrument with the intention of mastering it.
Trivia
He was the recipient of an honorary doctorate from Bangalore University.
Family Life
He was born and raised in the city of Mangalore, where he acquired his musical tastes.
Associated With
Both Gopalnath and Chen Jiafeng were invited to perform on the BBC Promenade concert series.
