Alepey Venkatesan is one of the most respected vocalists in the circuit of South Indian Classical Music. He is a bridge between the stalwarts of his previous generation of musicians and today’s younger generation of musicians. His music is anchored in the deepest traditions of classicism, characteristic of the illustrious school to which he belongs, and yet has acquired for itself a distinct flavour of innovation and creativity, introduced with dexterity sufficient to retain that brand of classicism. He recognizes the duty an artiste owes to blend these philosophical considerations that define the kind of artiste he is, with the preferences of his audience, and it is no understatement to say that his style has managed to accomplish this with panache typical of his school. His concerts are noted for their dignity and technical virtuosity, his lecture-demonstrations are known for their thorough research, and engaging presentation in Queen’s English, backed by his erudition in Sanskrit