Veena & Vocal Lecture Demo & Recital by two master musicians

Dr Suma Sudhindra and Professor Mysore Nagamani Srinath

13th June 2010 @ 4.30 pm Kanagasabai TFA Kuala Lumpur

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Dr. Suma Sudhindra is the foremost exponent of the veena of her generation of musicians. A vivacious blend of artistic instinct, adroit technique and admirable musicianship put her in the forefront as a passionate propagator of Karnatic music. Her scholarly experimentations have been applauded all over the world and she has succeeded in making the veena a phenomenon of universal appeal. Trained under veena maestros Raja Rao and Chitti Babu, she has blended classical conservatism with the spirit of dynamic innovation. Her own innovation: the Tarangini Veena has created tremendous impact in music circles. She brings the inspirational quality of veena music to audiences through both her mastery and mystery as a musician of profound talent and scholarship. She is a recipient of prestigious awards and honours beyond the borders of her motherland and has succeeded in embracing new audiences all over the world with her love for music.
Through her reputation as a recording artiste and her Tarangini Arts Foundation, she valiantly promotes the cause of Indian classical music. Her auspicious visit with Professor Mysore Nagamani Srinath to The Temple of Fine Arts will open up exciting new vistas to both students and music lovers alike.

Professor Mysore Nagamani Srinath is a multi-talented musician who has held centrestage in Karnatic music for more than three decades. Having been under the direct tutelage of Ramnad krishnan and many other music maestros, her musical articulation has the magnetic appeal, charm and emotional richness to strike a chord with both the connoisseur and the commoner. As composer, she has enriched the tradition with new nuances, and has received numerous prestigious awards and citations, including the Rajyotsava Award - the highest in the state of Karnataka. As Professor of Music at Bangalore University, she is rare gem among contemporary musicians, possessing a deep insight into the facets of music by virtue of her prowess as an astute grammarian.
She has inspired a whole new generation of artistes with her profound knowledge and training. Presently, she devotes most of her time promulgating the glory of Karnatic music through concerts, workshops, features and lecture demonstrations. Together with Dr Suma Sudhindra, her visit to The Temple of Fine Arts will engage both students and music lovers alike.