To watch this video, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1373ssBLT6Y >> A combination of “Muki-Prana” Ragam – Tanam – Pallavi Concept and Pallavi lyrics by TR Sundaresan – Mridangam Tuned and sung by S Srivathsan TR Sundaresan, on the occasion of India’s celebration into the entry of the 76th year of Independence, brings this humble presentation as a dedication …
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The Sabha itself was a product of colonial times. When the patronage of royalty and aristocracy was vital for the survival of the arts, a new city like Madras posed challenges – the ruling elite was English and had no intention to support artistes. The aristocracy, namely the dubashes or translators, provided the necessary support …
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Gaining prominence Despite the many alternatives available today, fortunately we still get to see the tambura player on stage. In fact, the first thing many musicians do after accepting a concert date is to book their preferred tambura player. As more musicians show a renewed interest in the instrument, the tambura is experiencing a resurgence. …
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9ORUrfeo_A Date: 30th Dec 2022, 8.00 amBy Vidushi Jayanthi Kumaresh How does a vainika internalize a raga1 before he or she presents it?The most concise definition of a raga may be that by Joep Bor: a tonal framework for composition and improvisation. [↩]
