Uppalapu P. Raju belongs to the first generation of Mandolin
artists. Born in a musical family, it is not surprising to see U. P.
Raju's inclination for music. But rendering traditional Carnatic
music through a Western instrument is a stroke of genius.  

Raju's style on the mandolin is one that allows free reign to the
artist's imagination, even though much of his music is an
interpretation of compositions laden with lyrics.

Raju underwent seven years of rigorous training through
Gurukulavasam system from Shri Rudraraju Subharaju - a vocalist
and a disciple of Chembai Vaidhyanatha Bhagavathar. For more
than a decade, Raju has been performing in various sabhas and
other major cities in India. He has also travelled extensively
performing in countries such as USA, Canada, Australia, Europe
and Sri Lanka.
Uppalapu P.
Raju