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askn · Post by **askn** » 20 Apr 2013, 18:55

Continuing the exploration of various types of compositions in Carnatic music with the musician and musicologist Dr T S Satyavathi. Looking at parts and attributes of a composition, like Chaturdaatu and Shadaanga, and also about some special attributes that are found in certain kritis.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 20 Apr 2013, 19:01

G N Balasubramaniam could be called the first popular phenomenon in Carnatic music. He redefined the nature and scope of ragas and songs, especially in the way he developed the raga in his RTPs.
This concert from 1958 has Lalgudi Jayaraman on the violin and Palani Subramania Pillai on the mridangam, and this programme is also in connection with Palani Subramania Pillai's birth anniversary, which falls on April 20.
A concert in two parts
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askn · Post by **askn** » 21 Apr 2013, 18:29

Part 3 of the feature looking at types of compositions , and here the musician and musicologist, Dr T S Satyavathi, highlights some special kritis of Muthuswami Dikshitar, and talks about the pallavi form, padams and javalis.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 21 Apr 2013, 18:33

The Malladi Brothers have become known for the richness and consistency of their musical performances. The Malladi brothers possess a large repertoire of Carnatic compositions and possess a vibrant and powerful voices. Malladi Ravikumar celebrates his birthday on April 21
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askn · Post by **askn** » 22 Apr 2013, 18:35

Selections - Kalpana Swaras - A selection of kritis being sung with swara elaborations. Renditions by S Sowmya, Sikkil Gurucharan , S Kalyanaraman and Suguna Varadachari
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askn · Post by **askn** » 22 Apr 2013, 18:39

Patnam Subramania Iyer, who comes in the shishya parampara of Tyagaraja, had an easy compositional style, with his work being mostly in the medium tempo. The programme brings you a few familiar and rare compositions of Patnam Subramania Iyer, along with some interesting anecdotes.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 23 Apr 2013, 18:21

A selection featuring renditions on veena, flute, chitraveena, and violin and piano , with S Balachander, Jayaprada Ramamurthy, Chitraveena V Ravikiran and Lalgudi GJR Krishnan & Anil Srinivasan
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askn · Post by **askn** » 23 Apr 2013, 18:25

The laya aspect, which is the underlying rhythmic principle that operates in a composition. This programme looks at the eduppu aspect – or the position in the tala cycle where the composition begins – which is one of the important aspects pertaining to laya.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 24 Apr 2013, 18:26

Vasuda Kesav presents Purandara Dasa's composition, Nambikkettavar Illavo in Raga Kalyani and Mishra Chapu tala
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askn · Post by **askn** » 24 Apr 2013, 18:29

Lalgudi G Jayaraman, one of the greatest Carnatic violinists of our time, passed away on April 22. Violinist, Composer, Vocalist, Teacher. Lalgudi donned all these roles with distinction, and his passion for music shone through. A tribute to the musician and composer
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mahavishnu · Post by **mahavishnu** » 24 Apr 2013, 19:06

Very appropriate. Thanks, askn.

satyabalu · Post by **satyabalu** » 25 Apr 2013, 11:02

* Very timely&touching!

satyabalu · Post by **satyabalu** » 25 Apr 2013, 11:05

* In today's album on "Nada" SKN R.Vedavalli rendering Nadha tanumanisum looks different from the common padanthara in vogue .Need somone to enlighten.

askn · Post by **askn** » 25 Apr 2013, 18:38

The heptatonic scale of Kharaharapriya has some unique properties that lend a special character to the raga. Colours of a Raga takes a look at all this, with compositions of different types and from different composers, over two episodes. This is Episode 1
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askn · Post by **askn** » 25 Apr 2013, 18:44

There are very interesting references to music and nada, the musical sound in the compositions of composer Tyagaraja , who himself is known as a Nada Yogi.. He has also explored nada in all its various dimensions in different compositions. We present such compositions in two parts, and this is the first part of the theme
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askn · Post by **askn** » 26 Apr 2013, 05:52

satyabalu wrote:* In today's album on "Nada" SKN R.Vedavalli rendering Nadha tanumanisum looks different from the common padanthara in vogue .Need somone to enlighten.

Mangala ( who authored the program ) comment : Vid. R Vedavalli has sung a different version of the song , believed to be the authentic one. In this version , the raga Chittaranjani is sung with the lower Dha or Suddha Dhaivatha, as its original parent raga is Jhankaradhwani.

askn · Post by **askn** » 26 Apr 2013, 17:21

There are very interesting references to music and nada, the musical sound in the compositions of composer Tyagaraja , who himself is known as a Nada Yogi.. He has also explored nada in all its various dimensions in different compositions. We present such compositions in two parts, and this is the second part of the theme
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askn · Post by **askn** » 26 Apr 2013, 17:28

Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer sings a Ragam Tanam Pallavi in Raga Todi. Semmangudi's RTPs have a special passion about them, and he seems to be giving full rein to his abilities, often testing the limits of his prowess. The pallavi is set to a simple Tisra Jati Triputa tala, and the pallavi line is from Sadashiva Brahmendra's composition: "Brahmaivaaham Kila Sadguru Kripaya".
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askn · Post by **askn** » 27 Apr 2013, 20:50

Syama Sastri was one of the Trinity of composers in Carnatic music. Most of his compositions are on goddess Kamakshi, who was his inspiration. The compositions that are available now give ample evidence of his musical prowess. A programme of Syama Sastri kritis in connection with his birth anniversary on April 26
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askn · Post by **askn** » 27 Apr 2013, 20:54

M D Ramanathan bought in that extra dimension to his music with well-placed pauses and musical insight. His music was for himself, and the fact that it appealed to - and continues to appeal to - the cognoscenti, is testament to his sincerity and to his greatness. In memory of the one-and-only MDR
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askn · Post by **askn** » 29 Apr 2013, 18:50

T R Subramanyam is known for his effortless singing style that shows shades of G N Balasubramaniam and Ramnad Krishnan. He was a student of Musiri Subramania Iyer. TRS is an acknowledged master of the pallavi and also for his experimentation within the boundaries of tradition, especially with concert paddhati and technical aspects of raga and tala. A concert in two parts
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askn · Post by **askn** » 29 Apr 2013, 18:54

An occasional theme where all the songs have a full-fledged alapana preceding them. This edition has alapanas in ragas Pantuvarali, Mukhari, Nagaswaravali and Dhanyasi, with renditions by P Unnikrishnan, Shertalai K N Ranganatha Sharma and others
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askn · Post by **askn** » 29 Apr 2013, 18:57

Muthuswami Dikshitar visited several temples and composed kritis on the various deities of these temples. These compositions are replete with descriptions of the temple and the deities there as well as their history and spiritual and religious significance of the deities. This feature presents some such compositions
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askn · Post by **askn** » 30 Apr 2013, 18:45

An hour of instrumental music, with renditions by Chitraveena N Ravikiran & Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Lalgudi Jayaraman, Jayalakshmi Sekhar and Jayaprada Ramamurthy
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askn · Post by **askn** » 30 Apr 2013, 18:49

Many instrumentalists in Carnatic Music learn to sing; this is true in the case of percussionists too. Many vocalists also learn to play instruments, as it enhances their understanding of music. This feature presents renditions of a few such multifaceted artists, who are capable of holding their own both in vocal music, and on the instruments they play.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 01 May 2013, 19:55

One Raga One Kriti – Raga Saveri
Swati Tirunal's Anjaneya Raghurama Doota is presented by Parassala Ponnammal
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askn · Post by **askn** » 01 May 2013, 19:59

G N Balasubramaniam (6 Jan 1910 - 1 May 1965) has arguably been the musician with the greatest continuing influence as far as musical style and presentation are concerned. A one-hour programme that includes some compositions that he pioneered and became associated with. A highlight of his music in his memory
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satyabalu · Post by **satyabalu** » 01 May 2013, 22:09

* Chenchu Kamboji raga elaboration unique.Also followed in Violin.
* vararaghalaya I have not listened to except from GNB &MLV ...
* By his short lifespan of 56 CM world has lost a legend .

askn · Post by **askn** » 02 May 2013, 19:11

The lives of the Carnatic Music Trinity, the saint composers, musicians, and other composers are well known and written about. However, there are several others who have contributed to Carnatic music, like Kothavasal Venkatarama Iyer, Neelakanta Sivan, and Annaswami Shastri, but the extent of their contributions and their life stories are relatively unknown. This feature presents compositions of, and information on, some a few such composers.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 02 May 2013, 19:16

The heptatonic scale of Kharaharapriya has some unique properties that lend a special character to the raga. While the raga can be traced to the 18th and 19th centuries, it was only through the compositions of composer Tyagaraja that this raga came to light.. Colours of a Raga takes a look at all this, with compositions of different types and from different composers, over two episodes. This is Episode 2.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 02 May 2013, 19:17

The heptatonic scale of Kharaharapriya has some unique properties that lend a special character to the raga. While the raga can be traced to the 18th and 19th centuries, it was only through the compositions of composer Tyagaraja that this raga came to light.. Colours of a Raga takes a look at all this, with compositions of different types and from different composers, over two episodes. This is Episode 2.
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satyabalu · Post by **satyabalu** » 02 May 2013, 20:18

* Karaharapriya Mithri bhagyamme by Anantha lakshmi sadagopan was a classic With RNS..Request more uploads of the artist.* When I spoke to her who is 80+ she was found difficult to talk on the phone but wanted to know where I had listened.She felt very happy.'romba santhosham"
* May I suggest the details be forwarded to the artist /their family members well in advance?

satyabalu · Post by **satyabalu** » 02 May 2013, 20:21

* The prog gets hanged in the middle of album. One has to listen from the beginning of the album all over again.No provision for fast forward/pause.

askn · Post by **askn** » 04 May 2013, 08:30

satyabalu wrote:* The prog gets hanged in the middle of album. One has to listen from the beginning of the album all over again.No provision for fast forward/pause.

:$ :$

Upgrading platform soon ( much delayed ). This is being addressed
krishnan

askn · Post by **askn** » 04 May 2013, 08:35

T R Subramanyam, sings an RTP in Raga Mohanam and set to Mishra Jati Triputa tala (Tisra Nadai).
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askn · Post by **askn** » 04 May 2013, 08:40

Tyagaraja's compositions are known not just for their structure but also the ease with which they can be understood. Presenting a few well-known compositions of Tyagaraja where the themes range from Bhakti and Nadopasana to the various paths of reaching the Divine. This programme is in connection with Tyagaraja's birth anniversary, which falls on May 4.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 04 May 2013, 18:48

Savita Narasimhan is one of the exciting talents among the younger Carnatic musicians. She was a student of O V Subramaniam and Rama Ravi before she started training with Chitraveena N Ravikiran. Savita Narasimhan' s music is built on classical aesthetics. Her strengths are a strong yet flexible voice, and an ability to deal with the nuances and technical aspects of Carnatic music effortlessly. A concert in two parts.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 06 May 2013, 18:18

A selection of popular compositions , includes Devaadi Deva Sri Vaasudeva, Brochevaarevarura Ninnu Vina Raghuvara, Eppo Varuvaaro and more with renditions by Madurai Mani Iyer, V R Dileep Kumar, Rama Varma and others
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askn · Post by **askn** » 06 May 2013, 18:22

The 72 melakarta ragas in Carnatic Music are divided into 12 chakras, with 6 ragas in each chakra. An intro to the classification of melas into chakras, with a song from a raga in a chakra.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 06 May 2013, 18:25

Srimathi Brahmanandam learnt music from her father, Lalgudi Gopala Iyer, and brother, Lalgudi Jayaraman. Srimathi and her brother Lalgudi Jayaraman played in tandem for several years to great acclaim. This programme features some renditions of the duo. This programme is in connection with Srimathi Brahmanandam's birthday, which was on May 5.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 07 May 2013, 18:17

Kalpana Swara is a component of the creative and improvisational aspect of Carnatic music. This programme features a selection of kritis with Kalpana Swaras, with renditions by T R Subramanyam, Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer, Mambalam Sisters & K Bharat Sundar
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askn · Post by **askn** » 07 May 2013, 18:20

The Thanjavur Quartet were the architects of the modern Bharatanatyam form, and significant composers. The brothers were honoured in the courts of Thanjavur, Mysore and Travancore. Their descendants continued this tradition of music and dance into the 20th century.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 08 May 2013, 18:09

S Saketharaman sings Tyagaraja's classic composition, O Rangasayi in Raga Kamboji
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askn · Post by **askn** » 08 May 2013, 18:11

Bhajans - These lighter devotional forms have become an integral part of Carnatic music. M S Subbulakshmi enchanted us with her rendition of Meera bhajans and popular devotionals from other languages, we were as enthralled by the bhakti as much as we were by the beautifully worded songs. Kabir, Meera, Namdev and Tulsidas have become familiar names, with even the veteran Carnatic musicians adding them to their repertoire of music.
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satyabalu · Post by **satyabalu** » 08 May 2013, 23:16

*Feast to listen to TSK "bhajan in "Deepali"with MSG accompanying in Akarams in "hariguna"

askn · Post by **askn** » 09 May 2013, 19:59

Ganesha is the most popular deity among the Hindu pantheon. From the physical to the spiritual attributes, Ganesha occupies a prominent place in idiomatic usages. A selection of compositions by various composers on aspects of the Elephant God as seen by them
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askn · Post by **askn** » 09 May 2013, 20:02

Hindolam is one of the more popular pentatonic ragas in Carnatic music. The Hindustani equivalent of the raga is Malkauns. Hindolam is a raga that can provide both a classical feel, as in the established kritis such as Neerajakshi, Saamaja Vara Gamana and Maamavatu Sri Saraswati, and also devotional touch in bhajans and semi-classical pieces.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 10 May 2013, 17:47

Chitta swaras, which are set swara patterns that are generally sung at the end of the anupallavi and charana, are part of kalpita sangeeta, or composed music. Chitta swaras have been composed by other people too, in many instances, one of the better known being that set by G N Balasubramaniam for Tyagaraja's composition, Vara Raga Laya in Raga Chenchukamboji
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askn · Post by **askn** » 10 May 2013, 17:52

Papanasam Sivan’s compositions touched a chord in the hearts of listeners, be it Carnatic kritis, or his Carnatic based film songs. Sivan composed kritis in Tamil and Sanskrit, and music for several films. This Composer Showcase features some of his classic kritis. You will also hear Dr. Rukmini Ramani, Sivan's daughter, describing her father's days.
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askn · Post by **askn** » 11 May 2013, 19:07

Neyyattinkara Vasudevan strict adherence to tradition and yet innovating within it, a unique style of raga elaboration, inimitable style of rendering rakthi ragas, rendering of compositions in appropriate tempo, compact swaraprasthara and above all his capacity to build up a rapport with the accompanying artists as well as his listeners make his a very special musician. A concert
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