Performing Career
Garimella Balakrishna Prasad joined Annamacharya Project after completing the course in 1978 as a vocal artiste. The project established to promote Annamacharya's music and literature, soon became the medium through which he was able to bring forth his musical prowess. From the inception till his retirement in 2006, he remained the principal exponent of Annamacharya Project. He rendered remarkable services at various levels to raise it into a top cultural organization.
His Nadopasana spans over four decades. Absolute faith, total commitment and the zeal for perfection are the hallmarks of his music. He consistently endeavours to improve his art and continues to grow as an artist.
He presented more than 5000 vocal concerts, set tune to more than 600 Annamacharya songs, gave audio recordings for TTD, published books with musical notations and conducted classes, teaching Annamacharya songs to make them more popular.
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