I am not sure if any of you 'Rasikas' came to Raga Sudha Hall, Mylapore on Oct 30 2009 (Fri). If you were not able to come, you sure missed a great concert by Smt. Rama Ravi.
I had sent an invite to this forum.
Just to recap that wonderful evening:
The memorial day celebrations for PNR Rao went off with grandeur on Oct 30
> with a hall that was packed. Neyveli Santhanagopalan sir (my guru) spoke extremely
> well (we will send you the gist in a little while) The highlight was Rama
> Ravi mami's concert that was like a vintage treat. Her music brought back
> memories of the Veena Dhanammal and Bala Saraswathi days. So chiseled and aesthetic
> with the traditionalism and classicism...with chastity and depth filled with
> rich nuances in every note that she presented. I think what most of us also
> felt about her and her music was 'humility personified' with so much
> sincerity and dedication to shoulder the responsibility of protecting
that 'sampradayic treasure house' musical school of thought!
Will send Neyveli sir's speech that spoke eloquent of this occasion and PNR Rao soon!
Regards,
Uma Money