Ganesh and Kumaresh
Ganesh and Kumaresh | |
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Ganesh and Kumaresh at IIM Bangalore | |
| Background information | |
| Also known as | Violin Brothers / Fiddling Monks |
| Genres | Carnatic music |
| Years active | 1972 - Present |
| Website | www.ganeshkumaresh.org |
Ganesh and Kumaresh are an Indian duo of violinists known for their contributions to the Carnatic music tradition of South India. The brothers are recognised as modern contemporary artists in "Sastriya Sangitam". They were honoured with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2018 for Carnatic Instrumental Music (Violin). Kumaresh's wife, Jayanthi Kumaresh, is a renowned Veena player.