India, July 1 -- Young and energetic Vidwan Sikkil Gurucharan sang for a packed audience at Ganabharathi's Veene Seshanna Bhavana on the 20th of June. This vocal recital was organised in memory of Sugunamma Dayalu and G. Mahalakshamma and was sponsored by Dr. C.G. Narasimhan and Family.

Music runs in Gurucharan's blood - he is the grandson of Kunjumani, the elder of the renowned Sikkil Sisters, the legendary flautists.

Growing up in an environment steeped in Karnatak music, the young Gurucharan absorbed its essence naturally. His rich voice, perfect sense of shruti and laya have helped him blossom into a fine vocalist. Today, he is regarded as one of the foremost young musicians in India.

Vid. Sikkil Gurucharan was accompanied by Vidus...