Manoj George

One of the best violinists known for his own compositions and noted for introducing contemporary styles on violin amalgamating western music with Indian classical.

Manoj George has composed "Burning Love" for Pope Francis for his 83rd birthday celebration at HongKong and Macau on 13th and 15th of Dec 2019.

The music track was accompanied by a chamber orchestra from Vienna conducted by Francois-Pierre Descamps and the soprano by the famous German singer Barbara Kajetanowicz along with his solo violin.

[4] He represented Kerala and Lakshadweep NCC (National Cadet Corps) (India) Directorate as the Cultural Leader at the Republic Day Camp Held in New Delhi in 1990.

He is the first Indian violinist to perform in United Nations as part of "Breathe life for healthy people-Healthy planet" for first WHO global conference on Air pollution and Health.

Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Hariharan, Shankar Mahadevan, L. Subramaniam, Stewart Copeland, Trilok Gurtu, Shivamani, Wouter Kellerman, Ricky Kej, Raghu Dixit, Lonnie Park, Firdaus Orchestra by A R Rahman, Lucky Ali, Dr. K J Yesudas, K S Chitra and many more.

Apart from being a famous violin player and music director, Manoj George spends time on charity activities, fund raising programs and he is the patron of the charitable organization (Little flower charitable society) – a movement to improve the quality life of poor.

Even in India, there was a time when independent musicians such as Daler Mehndi, Alisha Chinai and Lucky Ali, and their albums were so popular.

Post his graduation, he moved out to Bangalore to pursue a career as a Music composer, Live performer and a Violinist.

Studied in Pondicherry for 3 years till he completed Licentiate certification (LTCL) under the guidance of Sr. Mary Judith.

At the same time, he used to travel to Bangalore, Mumbai, and Chennai for master violin classes from luminaries like Philomena Thumboochetty, Galina Heifetz and Arvind Santwan.

Manoj has drawn inspiration from renowned musicians like L Subramanyam, Stephane Grappelli, Jean Luc Ponty, John Mac, Yanni and the journey of the popular violinist began.

The band's captivating, high-energy performances transport audiences back in time as it blends musicianship, creativity and tradition.

Manoj George's passion for music, his interest to share his experience and knowledge to the next generations made him initiate this endeavour.

Manoj George also finds time in taking music classes in Sarjapur Road center whenever he is in Bangalore.