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V. Shankar Narayanan (born 2 May 1974) is a Carnatic vocalist and an enriching accomplished artist.

Early life and background
Shankar Narayanan was born to Shri. N V Subramaniam and Mother Name in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Singing career
Starting at the age of 9, he has performed all over India and abroad and has won the appreciation of several audiences with his authentic renditions and resonating voice. An “A-grade” artist of All India Radio and Doordarshan since 2002, he has performed frequently on Radio and TV as well apart from his Live concerts. He has won several awards in recognition of his talent and contribution to music.

Shankar's formal training in music started at the age of 5 under guru Vaigal Sri Gnanaskandan. He was one of the foremost disciples of Semmengudi Sri Srinivasa Iyer and was the music producer with AIR Chennai. As a guru Sri Srinivasa Iyes has played an important role in the instilling the Semmangudi pani in Shankar Narayanan. He adopted novel ways to teach krithis and to keep the interest flowing.

He prefers singing classical songs to movies.

Personal life
Shankar Narayanan is married to Vanitha.