Sumadyuti Sangeetha Vidyalayam – Nurturing Carnatic Music Excellence at Sumadyuti Sangeetha Vidyalayam

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Carnatic music is one of the oldest forms of classical music in the world. It originated in the southern region of India, primarily in the states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh.

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Carnatic music is primarily based on ragas, which are melodic frameworks comprising specific sets of ascending and descending notes. Each raga evokes a distinct mood and has its own set of characteristic phrases and melodic patterns.

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Talas are rhythmic cycles in Carnatic music. They provide a structured framework for rhythmic patterns and time-keeping. The most common tala is Adi Tala, which has eight beats, but there are numerous other talas with varying beat counts.

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Carnatic music places a significant emphasis on improvisation. Musicians explore and elaborate upon the ragas and talas through melodic variations, rhythmic improvisations, and intricate ornamentations.

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While instruments such as the violin, veena, flute, and mridangam (a percussion instrument) play important roles in Carnatic music, it is predominantly a vocal-centric form. The voice is considered the most expressive instrument for exploring the nuances of ragas and lyrics.

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Carnatic music has a vast repertoire of compositions, including varnams, kritis, padams, and javalis. These compositions, often written in Telugu, Tamil, Sanskrit, or Kannada, cover various themes like devotion, love, and mythology.

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Carnatic music is traditionally passed down through the guru-shishya parampara (teacher-student tradition). Students learn directly from gurus, imbibing their style, technique, and musical knowledge through years of rigorous training and practice.

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Carnatic music is deeply intertwined with religious and cultural festivals. The Margazhi season, which falls between mid-December and mid-January, is considered a significant period for Carnatic music concerts, with performances taking place in Chennai and other parts of South India.

About Me

I am Meenakshi Deepak, the founder of Sumadyuti Sangeetha Vidyalayam situated in Greater Vancouver. My musical journey has been enriched by the invaluable guidance of Guru Sh. B. Vaidyanathan, a renowned Sangeetha Vidwan, who has also established the esteemed Sangeetha Vyjayanthi school in Hyderabad, dedicated to Sampradaya sangeetham. My passion for music began with Hindustani Classical under the tutelage of Guru Ms. Anjali Bhardwaj. Later, I delved into the intricate realms of Carnatic music, learning from the talented Smt. Dr. Shantha Nagarajan, a disciple of the renowned musician Shri. T.R. Subrahmanyam. I am deeply honored to have been bestowed with the Sahitya kala parishad scholarship for Carnatic music. For over a decade, teaching and performing have remained the driving forces in my life. While my expertise lies in Carnatic music, I have also delved into the enchanting art of Namasankirthanam. Under the esteemed mentorship of Brahma Sri Delhi P. Shankar Bhagavathar, our bhajan team accomplished the remarkable feat of securing the first runners-up position in the prestigious Bhajan Samrat Season-4 competition, organized by Sri Sankara TV.

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