Dhyanam Meditation: South Indian Vocal Music

K. V. Narayanaswamy, Palghat Raghu, V. V. Subramaniam and Sarota Balasubramaniam - Dhyanam Meditation: South Indian Vocal Music

companion release to this

performers:

K. V. Narayanaswamy - vocals
Palghat Raghu - mridangam
V.V. Subramaniam - violin
Sarota Balasubramaniam - tambura


Although founded upon the same underlying principles as the Hindustani classical music of northern India, the South Indian or Carnatic system is distinct and has been so since at least the Medieval period. Carnatic music is essentially vocal and the artist's performance could be described as an elaborate improvisation based upon an equally elaborate repertoire of art songs in complex forms. The vina player, flutist, or other instrumental soloist has no separate repertoire; he simply plays songs and improvises upon them according to the nature of his instrument. The vocal music contained in this album, then, is at the very heart and core of the Carnatic tradition, one of the most highly evolved and prestigious in the world of music. (Robert Brown, liner notes)

Tracklisting:

Side One

1. Kriti: Sabhapatikku {4:01}

2. Kriti: Raghuvaranannu {13:47}

Side Two

1. Kriti: Gopalaka Pahimam {9:27}

2. Javali: Marulukonnadira {4:41}

3. Tillana: Ni Ri Ni Ri Ga Ma {3:13}

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