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is one voice that the Malayalee, world over,
recognises. It is a voice that has become part of
the collective memory of the Malayalee. It wafts
in the wind, hauntingly; ushering in memories both
happy and gloomy, of the land the Malayalee calls
his own. K J Yesudas is Kerala's very own voice.
One
of the greatest South Indian musicians of all
times Yesudas was born in Fort Cochin, Kerala, India. His
father Augustine Joseph Bagavathor, was a well
known Malayalam classical musician and stage actor
of his time. His mother, Alikkutty Joseph, devoted
her time and energy in bringing up her children.
One
of the greatest South Indian musicians of all
times Yesudas was born in Fort Cochin, Kerala, India. His
father Augustine Joseph Bagavathor, was a well
known Malayalam classical musician and stage actor
of his time. His mother, Alikkutty Joseph, devoted
her time and energy in bringing up her children.
In
his childhood Yesudas had to face a great deal of
hardships because of the meager financial resources
of his parents. His father however recognized his
divine talent and decided to provide him with
musical education at any cost. Yesudas was taught
the fundamentals of Carnatic music from the age of
five.
Today
Yesudas is one of India's foremost exponents of
classical Carnatic vocal music. He is also famously
known for playback singing.
His classical
concerts and film song programs continue to
captivate millions of listeners at home and abroad.
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