Singer, songwriter and composer Apolinaris D’Souza was born in 1953 at Angelore and later relocated to Valencia Parish. He completed his education at St Aloysius College, Mangalore and then travelled to Oman, seeking a better future. He has given immense contribution to Music both while in Oman and in Mangalore.
Having participated and won in many singing competitions in his early years and then grown into a Popular Singer, Songwriter and Composer, Mr. Apolinaris has Produced 9 Audio Albums comprising Songs and Hymns, and 2 Books comprising Songs and Music. He has also created over 250 Videos of Konkani and English Hymns for his YouTube Channel.
The Hymns he composed when Religious Ceremonies transitioned from using Latin to Konkani, are popular to date. ‘Mondirant Bhitor Sorun’, ‘Orgam Tuka Somiya’, ‘Ye Ye Jezu Mogala’, ‘Undya Vayna Sovem’, ‘Vetam Vetam Somiyam’, ‘Sasnnacho Vishev’ are among his Popular Compositions. The Honour of Organizing the First Konkani Program in Muscat, back in 1976 goes to him. He has also organised ‘Apoli Night’. He has given his service as the Choir master at Sts. Peter & Paul Church, Ruwi for nearly 20 Years. He has greatly served MKCC and MCCP Organizations in Oman. He has judged many Music Competitions and has also encouraged many Blooming Talents.
Awards :
In appreciation of his Immense Contribution in the field of Music for over 5 Decades, Apolinaris D’Souza was conferred with 19th ‘Kalakar Puraskar’ award, jointly presented by Mandd Sobhann and ‘Carvalho Gharane’, on 5th November 2023.
Family :
Apolinaris is married to Joyce. They are a happy family and today, his wife – Joyce, is the happiest person being the pillar of strength & support to the family throughout its journey to perfection and success. Their elder son – Jollin is married to Melinda. They are settled in the U.S. Also younger son – Joslin, is in the U.S. and he has chosen Music as a career.
Related links :
- Listen to Apolinaris' songs on Catholic Time
- Apolinaris' Youtube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/@apolinarisdsouza7656
Watch Video : Apolinaris D'Souza | INSIDE OUTSIDE | Comedy Company Mangalore
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