In this podcast’s second episode, Dr. Varalakshmi Anandkumar and Smt. Durgga Venkatesh of Ramapriya Arts Foundation provide the organisers’ perspective. They are ready to host concerts once the government gives the green signal. Besides clarifying that sensible precautions will be taken and listeners reassured, they explain why restarting artistic events…
“I don’t see any reason why concerts halls shouldn’t open when TASMACs do, or when flights have resumed.” In this video, Carnatic Vocalist Palghat Dr. R. Ramprasad shares his views as a performer, very clearly suggesting the resumption of concerts. He explains why, with insight from his background in Economics…
COMING SOON! Click the play button below for details. Check out the Quarantunes podcast recorded in March and April 2020, where Carnatic and Hindustani musicians shared what was on their mind while quarantined.
As I drove through Kotturpuram, the pillion rider on the whizzing motorbike gesticulated wildly. I looked him in the eye and drove on. Now, a car sidled up, the driver miming. He brought his vehicle to a complete stop beside mine, opened his windows and gestured. His lane was free.…
DISCLAIMER: I am no critic and, most definitely, not an expert. Having dabbled in Carnatic music years ago, learning from good teachers, and having listened to copious concert recordings of stalwarts right from childhood- and a number of live concerts to date, has provided enough fodder to ruminate on the complexities…
“One of my top favourite venues in the world, both as a performer as well as a listener, is the wonderful “Musiri Chamber.” The old world charm coupled with the intimate setting, makes it an ideal venue to make music and experience it at its highest level. The graciousness, warmth…