Noted saxophonist Kadri Gopalnath breathed his last during the early hours of Friday at a private hospital in Mangaluru. Gopalnath, 69, had been ailing for some time, and was admitted to a hospital due to age-related issues.
The Padma Shri awardee is survived by his wife and two sons, of which one is a noted music director.
Gopalnath's last rites will take place later on Friday.