Violin maestro Lalgudi Jayaraman was felicitated at a day long programme on Jan. 4, 2004 at Krishna Gana Sabha. This was part of the Swarna Jayanthi Mahotsava of Krishna Gana sabha.
The programme featured lec-dems on Lalgudi Jayaraman's compositions a panel discussion on his work and achievements and music concerts by the maestro's disciples.
The Swarna Jayanthi special award was presented to Lalgudi followed by the release of a 'Jayanthi Commomeration Malar' and a cassette containing works of Lalgudi Jayaraman.
The Kanchi acharyas were also present to bless the maestro on this occasion.