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India’s music ecosystem thrives on its extraordinary diversity. While classical music continues to be celebrated, there is ample space for other genres too. Taking advantage of this distinct musical setup, Indie musicians and bands have carved a niche by blending regional sounds with classical and contemporary styles to connect with younger audiences. However, there are…
From the coastal villages of Karnataka to international borders, the traditional dance-drama art form Yakshagana, has traversed and evolved over the decades, with changes in its elaborate costumes, headgear, stage structure and even the themes of its performances. Mainly practiced in Udupi, Shivamogga and Chikkamagalurur in Karnataka, and Kasargod in Kerala, Yakshagana combines dance, music, and…
Sandhya Purecha, chairperson, Sangeet Natak Akademi. | Photo Credit: SUSHIL KUMAR VERMA A new initiative by Sangeet Natak Akademi, in its annual award nomination process, has raised eyebrows in the world of performing arts. The notice urges artistes, who wish to get this prestigious award in the field of arts, to go online and self-nominate…
This image released by Paramount Animation shows Papa Smurf, voiced by John Goodman in the film “Smurfs.” (Paramount Animation via AP) | Photo Credit: Paramount Animation It’s not every day that a Punjabi song features in a Hollywood animated film, but singer-songwriter Subhi has set a trend. The Indo-American artiste recently became the first South…
Curated by senior dancer Geeta Chandran, the 18th edition of NATYA VRIKSHA features dance performances, workshop and lecture. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement NATYA VRIKSHA is all set to present the 18th edition of its special event, organised each year to mark World Dance Day. It is conceived and curated by senior Bharatanatyam dancer Geeta…
It was a chilly February evening in Konark, Odisha. The majestic Sun Temple was being painted in warm golden hues by the rays of the setting sun. A little away from this 13th century stone edifice, at the Konark Natya Mandap (the venue for the annual Konark Music and Dance Festival) young boys ran around…
Vidwan H.K. Narasimhamurthy accompanied by his disciples H.N. Bhaskar, Mysore Srikanth and Sindhu at the academic session | Photo Credit: K. Pichumani At the Music Academy’s morning lec dem session, violin vidwan H.K. Narasimhamurthy spoke about the significance of manodharma. The 13th day of the lec dems at this year’s conference and concerts at The…
Travelling for pleasure or work is one thing, but travelling just to access the Internet is unheard of. Filmmaker Longjam Meena Devi had scheduled the post-production of her documentary Andro Dreams (2023), on the sexagenarian Laibi Devi who helms an all-girls soccer team in a remote Manipuri village, a week before the submission-deadline for the…
Rama Sundar Ranganathan and Himanshu Srivastava at their ‘Sangam’ show | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement On a nippy November evening, visitors stepping into India Habitat Centre, Delhi’s art and culture hub for a painting exhibition got to listen to the rhythmic notes of Indian classical music. Quite fitting, for Hindustani vocalist Rama Sundar Ranganathan and…
