Lalgudi GJR Krishnan

Lalgudi GJR Krishnan. In 1965, an Italian violin arrived at our home when I was five. That marked the beginning of a lifelong fascination with sound and craftsmanship. That same year, my father and Guru brought home the legendary Papa Venkatramiah’s violin, repaired in London. Years later, I met master luthier James Wimmer and invited him to India for a 21-day workshop through the Lalgudi Trust. Despite initial hesitation, we trained local craftsmen, gifted tools, and instilled precision and passion. By 2019, four Stradivarius replicas were created. Today, these luthiers, including India’s first woman luthier, serve top professionals, leaving a growing legacy for India and beyond.