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A documentary essay on rhythm, melody, tradition, creativity and the freedom within form Taalam—rhythm—has always fascinated me. I have often felt that rhythm gives Music a certain definition. Melody can be expansive, fluid and free. But when rhythm enters, something changes. Melody acquires movement, proportion and direction. The two have always lived together. But somewhere...
Carnatic Music, Indian Violin, Music, Violin
What is Technique / Tantra ? Technique is a tool used to understand and unravel a subject. It is an accessory which helps one in identifying complexities of the subject and the ways to over come and conquer those areas . Right hand and left hand Violin - an old Indian Instrument - Dhanur Veena is probably the only instrument that has the capacity to expand and extend the boundaries of the art form because of its inherent qualities . As possibilities, we have five octaves to create the sound of a Raga . We have the bow which makes......
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The quest of my life has been the mysterious journey of finding the source of music with in . I have always been intrigued by the out pouring of musical ideas from with in , where in am not aware of the source nor the destination . This fascinating drama is the essence of my musical journey . Music is the visual and aural reflection of silence . In silence I perceive the essence and beauty of Naada . In the variations of sound , I perceive the variations of Naada as sound and music . The multitude of concerts......
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Sri Kanchi Mahaperiyava dedicated his entire life in spreading the concept of life and living – Sanatana Dharma. Sri Krishnamurthy has composed 108 verses in the Andhadhi format on Sri Kanchi Mahaperiyava. Smt Jayanthi Kumaresh and myself were blessed with the opportunity to present these verses musically. Many eminent artistes have been a part of...
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A small eloquent and quaint little Veda Patashala is the host of this very historic Linga -consecrated on top of the , Jeeva Samadhi of Chidambara Naada Yogi . The name may not be familiar to most music lovers but a few who know the history will recall this name with great sense of reverence,...
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One of the most celebrated , most respected composer and most conducted event in the Carnatic calendar is Sadguru Thyagaraja and the Aradhana of this Nada Brahmam. The takeaway from his music and compositions to the art form , the practitioners and the listening audience is immeasurable. His music is as simple as his persona...
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To see you every second, every minute , every hour Inside me as an universal experience My eyes swells and my heart melts You are Beyond physical boundaries Beyond meaning Beyond light and Beyond darkness And to perceive you as The embodiment of sound and blessing My eyes swells and my heart melts. Many people...
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Sruti Maata – Sruti is the mother. Mother is the basis of all creation and likewise – Sruti is the base for all musical creation. Sruti is also the name given to the Vedas – the ultimate aural experience. Vedas are mantras or sound vibrations which were heard by Rishis in their state of oneness with...
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Music is always a perceived phenomena. The familiarity of a sound goes a long way in experiencing the same . For instance , when we converse in a language that we are comfortable with , it is so much easier than trying to communicate through a language that is alien to us . Similarly when...
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By the time this article is printed and published am sure Kerala would already be bouncing back to normalcy. Our friends in Kerala have gone through a lot of hardships and heavy losses in terms of material, physical and emotional damage . No amount of soothing words or support can be considered enough at the...
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