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Akkarai Sisters played with orchestral precision Updated: Updated: The siblings bring the tonal contrasts of their vocal duets to their violin performances too Share Article AAA The siblings bring the tonal contrasts of their vocal duets to their violin performances too Sometimes, it’s hard to choose between a violin duet and a vocal duel of the Akkarai Sisters, but on Monday, it was easy. Their violin concert for MadRasana Virtual Festival 2020 was a veritable two-in-one in which they lite...

‘Kalyanasougandhikam’ highlights the fine classicism of Kathakali Updated: Updated: ‘Kalyanasougandhikam’ brought alive the blend of elements unique to a Kathakali play Share Article ‘Kalyanasougandhikam’ brought alive the blend of elements unique to a Kathakali play Both halves of the play begin on a meditative mode. First, with a romantic scene involving Bhima and his spouse Panchali. If the opening 30-minute choreography for the Pandava prince is fascinatingly unhurried, the stor...

If you love more Indian versions of Christmas carol to celebrate the festival, here’s one of video of ‘Silent Night’ being played on various Indian classical instruments. In case you loved this instrumental version, here’s another soulful version in Carnatic music. Dancing to the musical rendition of Jingle Bells performed by musician Mahesh Raghvan is mother-daughter duo of Revathi and Sahitya Ramkumar. There’s also another classical dance version of the same instrumental music play...

Why it’s time to stop labelling Updated: Updated: December 24, 2020 17:02 IST In an online discussion, four dancers emphasised the need to bridge the gap between traditional and contemporary Share Article AAA In an online discussion, four dancers emphasised the need to bridge the gap between traditional and contemporary What is traditional and what is contemporary in Indian dance. These questions were raised at a recent round table discussion arranged by TomoeArts, a Vancouver-based dance the...

From the Archives (December 23, 1970): Spread of Bhakti through Music December 23, 2020 00:15 IST Updated: December 23, 2020 00:15 IST Updated: Share Article AAA “The greatest quality of our music is that it is not only intended to simply please the ears but also to touch the innermost soul. In just one moment, there is the possibility of one coming into communion with God,” said Mr. C.V. Narasimhan, Chef de Cabinet, United Nations, inaugurating the 28th annual music festival of the Tamil I...

The biggest thing is believing that youth ingenuity is valuable for the future: Gitanjali Rao Time magazine’s Kid of the Year Gitanjali Rao on giving youth a chance, empowering co-creators and the lack of women scientists in the field of innovation Updated: December 23, 2020 9:05:02 am Gitanjali Rao is an Indian American scientist and innovator. (Source: Time/Instagram) “I am a very curious person. I love learning about everything as everything is of int...

Pandemic has forced classical musicians to adapt to the virtual mode As artistes, it heartens us to learn that this new reality can indeed be enriching. Since restrictions do not exist for a virtual event, it has been surreal for us to see music lovers from Chicago to Berlin to Chennai in the same audience, making it a truly global experience. Updated: December 22, 2020 8:58:42 am As the gravity of the pandemic deepened and its long-term implications unfolded, it was ti...

Our top wellness words of 2020, in 14 Indian languages Updated: Updated: December 18, 2020 13:30 IST Words in Indian languages we rediscovered this year, that we will need in 2021, on the road to better health Share Article AAA Ananda (Bliss) Language: Hindi This small and commonly used word is a powerhouse of forces and energy combined. It is the blissful state that indicates good health of both body and mind. Earlier when I served in the Army in insurgent areas, the ability to respond to situ...

Malleswaram Mirror Special: Around Town: Perfect melody Malleswaram Mirror Special: Around Town: Perfect melody Bangalore Mirror Bureau / Updated: Dec 19, 2020, 06:00 IST Spectating a musical ensemble at an auditorium full of people is now a thing of the past, thanks to the dreaded pandemic. Back in the days, nature. And the disciples of Vidwan D Balakrishna are bringing back the soothing trend with a grand Veena ensemble at Guruskool Music Farm Nelamangala. Sponsored by Mysore V Doreswa...

LivDemy launches online music courses with Mahesh Raghvan ANI | Updated: Dec 18, 2020 11:39 IST Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], December 18 (ANI/PRNewswire): LivDemy is proud to bring to their stage renowned Carnatic musician and prodigy extraordinaire, Mahesh Raghvan! Widely known for his experimental takes on Indian Classical Music, Mahesh Raghvan seamlessly blends authentic Carnatic pedagogy with modern instruments and virtual production. A virtuoso whos ...