Had a great concert in Rishikesh, Sivananda Asram on 24th Ap, 2014.
Month: April 2014
Carnatic Violin Concert
Carnatic Music Concert
November 15, 2013 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Carnatic Violin Concert The Center for the Study of Hindu Traditions (CHiTra) and the School of Music at the University of Florida present…
A Carnatic Music Concert and a Lecture-Demonstration on South Indian Classical Music by Dr. Lalitha Muthuswamy (Fulbright-Nehru Fellow, University of Iowa, 2013).
Featuring Dr. Lalitha Muthuswamy (violin) and accompanied by Keshav Nelavai (mridangam) & Kevin Singh (tabla).
Carnatic Music Concert:
Friday, Nov. 15, 2013, 7.30-9.00 pm
MUB 121, University of Florida
Lecture & Demonstration:
Friday, Nov. 15, 9.35-10.25 am
MUB 101, University of Florida
These events are free and open to the public.
About the Musicians:
Dr. Lalitha Muthuswamy (violin) is a violinist and a Fulbright-Nehru fellow at the University of Iowa. She is also the director of the MS Academy of Global Music. Dr Lalitha, as she is popularly known, performs South Indian classical, western classical, as well as fusion music. She received her Ph.D. in Music from the University of Madras and was awarded her first Fulbright in Performing Arts in 2005.
Dr. Lalitha is the recipient of several honors including the prestigious kalaimamani award given by the Tamilnadu government. She is also a fourth generation artist and comes from a renowned family of musicians, which includes her sister, M. Nandini, as well as her uncles, Dr. L. Shankar and Dr. L. Subramaniam.
Keshav Nelavai (mridangam) is a senior at Wiregrass Ranch High School, FL and has been playing the mridangam since he was eight years old. Keshav is a disciple of Sri Kumar Kanthan of New Jersey, and for the last five years, has also been learning from Guru Sri Karaikuddi Mani. He won first place in the mridangam competition in the Cleveland Aradhana (Music Festival). Keshav has accompanied several musicians in Florida, played for South Indian classical dancers, and has also performed in concerts in the renowned Chennai December Music Season.
Kevin Singh (tabla) is a sophomore at the University of Florida. He is a student of the Delhi / Farrukhabad style of tabla for the past seven years. He began learning under Kadambari Aadesh of Bharatiya Vidya Sansthhaan and Dharmendra Ramdehal of the Nirvana Music School. He is currently learning music from Dexter Raghunanan.
http://chitra.clas.ufl.edu/event/carnatic-music-concert-lecture-demonstration/
Dr M Lalitha and M Nandini – Pallavi Series
Pallavi Concert Series – Violin Duo: Dr. M. Lalitha & M. Nandini
Pallavi Concert Series – Violin Duo: Dr. M. Lalitha & M. Nandini – Event
Hosted by : Jiva Performing Arts and Navtaman
Where : Navatman Studios
355 7th Avenue, Suite 206
New York, NY 10001
When: 05 Apr, 2014
05 Apr Start Time : 08:00 PM
TicketsPrice
Type 1
$ 15.00
Event Description
Pallavi Concert Series – Violin Duo: Dr. M. Lalitha & M. Nandini
Date: April 5th
Time: 8PM
Venue: Navatman Studios
They have been endowed with a sweet and rich tone, which along with their innate artistry and technical brilliance makes their music unique. There is a rare spirituality about their music, which soaked in bhakti bhava has endowed their music with a transcendental quality. Their rare musical insight combined with their innate artistry, technical brilliance and original creativity, has enraptured their critics and connoisseurs alike.
Their firm adherence to tradition or sampradaya suddham and patantara suddham adds credit to their style of performance. With their irresistible urge for perfection they have revolutionized the violin playing technique to great heights.
Accompanists: Bala Skandan on Mridangam, and Sriram Ramesh on Kanjira
Organizer Details
Organised by : Jiva Performing Arts and Navtaman
Address : N/A
Contact : (516) 644-9537
Email : jivaperformingarts@gmail.com
Website : http://www.jivaperformingarts.org/events.html
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Global Isai Festival, Shenkar, Baba G, M. Lalitha and M. Nandini
15th & 16th February 2014
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VEDAZEN (SHENKAR & DJ BABA G)
Shenkar is widely considered a living legend and a musical genius by his peers who hold him in the highest esteem. Shenkar is a vocalist extraordinaire, multi instrumentalist and producer who has sold over 50 million albums through his solo projects and collaborations with other artists around the world. His latest EDM Album “THE REVELATION” is a mind blowing effort which pushes the boundaries. He has collaborated with artists such as Frank Zappa, Phil Collins, Sting, Bruce Sprinsteen, Peter Gabriel, Robert Trujillo (Metallica), Jonathan Davis (Korn), Michael Jackson, Madonna, U2 and more.
Shenkar created and designed his own invention, the 10 string stereophonic Double Violin, which covers the entire range of the orchestra. Shenkar has worked on numerous world-famous soundtracks, including the Grammy Award winning and controversial, “The Last Temptation of Christ”, by the legendary film maker Martin Scorsese. He co-wrote many of the tracks with Peter Gabriel and his vocals are featured throughout the movie. In 2004, he also composed music and performed vocals on Mel Gibson’s “The Passion of Christ”. His unmistakable and haunting voice can be heard throughout the movie. Shenkar’s music was featured in the 2005 Oscar winning documentary
“Born into Brothels”. Shenkar’s many collaborations have brought him International fame and legions of fans across the globe.
Vedazen was co-founded by Shenkar, and the creator of the genre known as Goa Trance, DJ Baba G. The unique inspiration to form arrangements with tabla, sitar and turntables, made DJ Baba G a legend in Indian Music before he was 15. To hear Baba G is to hear a slice of human history; as old as millenia, yet still vital and dynamic. From living with his family in Goa to serving as an apprentice cook for the monks of the Dharmasala Temple, Baba G grew up transitioning between the secular and the sacred worlds. Vedazen is on a world tour mesmerizing audiences with their spellbinding performances on many major festivals.
Lalitha and Nandini are internationally acclaimed violin maestros who are proficient in South Indian Classical Music, Western Classical Music, World Music, Trans Global fusion music, musicology and ethnomusicology. With a career extending over two decades Lalitha and Nandini are regarded as highly imaginative virtuoso violinists with immaculate bowing along with dexterous fingering techniques.They have both won many coveted accolades, titles and awards from around the world for music. Hailing from an illustrious family of musicians, Lalitha and Nandini have the privilege of being the fourth generation of musicians in their family.They will be performing their own set and also be joining Vedazen as guests on February 15th at the Festival.
http://www.theshenkar.com / http://www.vedazen.com / drmlalitha.wordpress.com / nandinimuthuswamy.blogspot.com
Photo Credits: Shenkar by Scott Harrison Baba G by Sebastian Paquet
http://www.globalisaifestival.com/GlobalISAIAmbassador
An Evening of Carnatic Violin Music, Illinois
An Evening of Carnatic Violin Music
Posted on March 20, 2014 by QLB
Mark your calendars folks, for “An Evening of Carnatic Violin Music.” This event will take place on April 1st, at 5 P.M. in the International and Area Studies Library (IASL). The library will be hosting violinists Dr. M. Lalitha and M. Nandini who will be accompanied by mrindangam player Padmanabha Puthige.
Violin esignage
First things first, what exactly is Carnatic violin music? Carnatic music is mostly associated with South India, usually performed by an ensemble of performers. In this style of music the violin renders the melodic form and the mridangam renders the rhythmic form to the performance. Violinists Dr. M. Lalitha and M. Nandini come from a long line of musicians. Kalaimamani Dr. M. Lalitha and Kalaimamani M. Nandini are the fourth generation of musicians in their family. Music critic Sabbudu has said, “Music runs in their blood, they must have played music even when they were in their mother’s womb.”
Having been called the “Queens of Violin,” they are also known as the “Violin Sisters.” They have “enthralled the audiences with their spell binding music and have been highly acclaimed throughout the world.” Dr. M Lalitha and M. Nandini are the only female duo in Asia to perform World music, South Indian Classical, Fusion and Western Classical music. Lalitha and Nandini have been recipients of the prestigious Fulbright Fellowship from the United States, and the Charles Wallace Fellowship from the United Kingdom in performing arts.
If the fabulous music isn’t enough, there will also be a reception with free Indian snacks from Aroma Curry House. We think this is going to be a popular event and seating is limited so we recommend arriving a little bit early to secure a good spot.
For more information about the event check out the Facebook invite! The Music and Performing Arts Library has also put together a subject guide to introduce you to this musical style, available here. The subject guide even includes a video of the “Queens of Violin” performing in India, so you can have a taste of what’s to come. We hope to see you on April 1st!
https://publish.illinois.edu/iaslibrary/tag/international-week/
M. Lalitha and M.Nandini in Wellington, New Zealand
The Lalitha-Nandini violin duo concert
8 September 2007 – 7 pm – Adam Concert Hall, NZ School of Music.
This was an evening that both the audience and the artists enjoyed thoroughly. The violin duo gave a simply splendid recital that captivated the audience. And there can be no doubt that this also made those who had not turned up wish that they had, thanks to word of mouth.
Following usual tradition, the concert lasted 3 hours, with a break after 1.5 hours. Secretary Lakshmi made the welcome address and Shrividya presented the vote of thanks. President Radhika and vice-president Ravi presented the artists with mementoes after the show.
NZIFS committee members with the artists (L to R): Chris (treasurer), Sridhar Chari (artist – mridangist), Radhika (president), Narayani (committee member), Lakshmi (secretary), violin duo Lalitha and Nandini and Ravi (vice-president). Absent: Palani (committee member).
Speaking to the NZIFS Reporter after the show, Lalitha and Nandini commented on how much they had enjoyed performing in Wellington. “It was a very satisfying experience to have such an audience. We, as artists, can always tell a lot from the audience’s response – it is a two-way process – and we can give our best only when have an audience that is so responsive as Wellington’s has been.”
“Our thanks to NZIFS, who have a whole bunch of enthusiasts promoting Carnatic music,” Nandini added. “These are the things that keep our music and culture alive.”
And there can be no doubt that we, in this corner of the Antipodes, are indeed lucky to be able to have artists of such calibre perform here.
And as usual, our thanks go to those who continuously support and help us – members, volunteers and friends.
Posted by NZIFS Reporter at 1:28 pm
http://nzifs.blogspot.in/2007/09/after-concert.html
Lalitha and Nandini in SAA -UK
Dr. M. Lalitha and M. Nandini
Internationally acclaimed Violin Maestros Dr. M. LALITHA and M. NANDINI have been widely applauded as the “Queens of Violin” (Weekend) of the present generation. Popularly known as the “Violin Sisters”, these outstanding musicians have enthralled audiences with their spellbinding music and they have been acclaimed as the “only female duo in Asia to perform World music, South Indian Classical, Fusion and Western Classical music” (Le Mauricien).
Hailing from an illustrious family of musicians, Lalitha and Nandini have the privilege of being the fourth generation of musicians in their family. To quote the renowned music critic Subbudu, “Music runs in their blood, they must have played music even when they were in their mother’s womb.” Lalitha and Nandini are torch bearers of a unique musical tradition but, have yet evolved a distinct style of their own.
Lalitha and Nandini are worthy scions of an illustrious family of musicians, who have been deeply rooted in the South Indian Classical Music Tradition. They learnt music from their beloved grandfather and guru Shri V. Lakshminarayana from a very early age. They have undergone specialised training in music under the guidance of their mother Smt. Subhalakshmi Muthuswamy who is a reputed Vocalist, Violinist, teacher and musicologist. They were also inspired and taught by their uncles Shri. L. Vaidyanathan, Dr. L. Subramaniam and Dr. L. Shankar, who are internationally reputed for their musical genius. They have also undergone advanced training in music from Padma Vibhushan Dr. Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer.
Lalitha has a PhD in Indian Music from the University of Madras and Nandini holds three Masters Degrees including an MA in Ethnomusicology from the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), London.
For further information about this performance contact SAA-UK on 0113 244 5523 or email info@saa-uk.org.uk
Review
“Absolutely beautiful. I truly enjoyed the performance and will definitely come again. A delight, thank you”
“Absolutely fantastic”.
Anonymous Audience Members – See more at: http://www.saa-uk.org/whatson/Violin_Sisters-29-01-2009#sthash.M7jJZlmT.dpuf
Lalitha and Nandini in Manasamitra, UK
Dr Lalitha and Nandini Muthuswamy
Dr Lalitha and Nandini Muthuswamy presented a Carnatic Violin solo recital.
Violin Sisters- Dr Lalitha and Nandini Muthuswamy presented a Carnatic Violin solo recital. They are fourth generation artists that come from an illustrious family of musicians that include Dr. L. Subramaniam and Dr. L. Shankar.
They presented an intimate chamber music concert in the lovely atmosphere of the Batley Town Hall. Their violins kept the audience enthralled throughout the performance.
Performance Date / Time / Type
Friday 29th September 2006 – 7:30pm –
Classical music
Performance Venue Details
Batley Town Hall, Batley
Strings of harmony – The Hindu
Strings of harmony
G. SWAMINATHAN
Lalitha and Nandini. Photo: S. R. Raghunathan
At Nandi Fine Arts: Lalitha and Nandini burnished every swara with plenty of soul.
Meticulous planning, comfort zone playing and best choice of kritis made the violin duet of Lalitha-Nandini, at Sastri Hall, Mylapore, for Nandi Fine Arts enjoyable. It was gratifying to note that in between their musical expeditions of different genres, the sisters also provide space for tradition-bound playing to the pleasure of connoisseurs.
The Surutti varnam added extra sheen to the concert as the siblings burnished every swara with plenty of soul. Papanasam Sivan’s ‘Gajavadana’ in Sriranjani with swara suites opened up the unlimited shades of the beautiful raga. Latangi was developed by both, emphasising its vivacity.
Chiselled phrasings
Patnam Subramanya Iyer’s ‘Aparadamula’ and their expansion on ‘Kripa Jesina’ with niraval and swarams was testimony to their strong base in the classical idiom. The Kharaharapriya raga treatise for Tyagaraja’s evergreen ‘Chakkani Raja’ was approached by Lalitha with veneration; she built it up with carefully chiselled phrasings. The kriti was rendered at a leisurely pace to provide enough importance for the swaras at ‘Kantiki Sundara.’ The spirit with which the sisters exchanged swara sallies added weight to the rendition.
On the lighter side, the duo played a rare composition of Muthiah Bhagavatar in the unusual raga, Buddha Manohari, ‘Om Namo Narayana’ of Ambujam Krishna in Karna Ranjani and a javali as a tribute to Brinda Amma.
S. Sridharan on the mridangam and G. Ravichandran on the ghatam kept rhythm with the right perspective. Their thani was energetic.
(During the December Season, the sabhas vie with each other getting artists and conducting programmes. But, it would help the audience if the organisers show equal interest in sprucing up the auditorums. Sastri Hall’s ceiling is peeling off and this scribe had to shift to three different locations to protect himself from the dripping of water from the open gaps in the ceiling.)
http://www.thehindu.com/features/friday-review/music/strings-of-harmony/article4170617.ece
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