Never a dull moment. Carnatic Music in the hands of the Veena maestro Rajhesh Vaidhya turns this century old instrument and its music, into a modern day work of art. Rajhesh Vaidhya like a chameleon produced ever changing sounds...
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Rapturously Rajhnatic
A Study in Contrasts
Anjaneyam – A study in contrasts Devotion and daring, honour, wisdom and valour, mark the character of Hanuman which was explored with energy and elegance in the dance production ANJANEYAM by Seran Sribalan and his team of dancers Lavaniya...
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When Age is No Bar
I am in two minds about writing a feature article on a community event, as this swerves away from the central theme of Sydhwaney not being related exclusively to a classical music or dance event. However what is egging...
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Rhyme of the Jathis
Chidambaram R Suresh is a multitalented artist. A dancer, singer, composer and a master Nattvangist who received his tutelage from Prof CV Chandrasekar he entranced his audiences with the powerful composition of his jathis through the evening of Aanandha...
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Seventeen Pairs of Kathakali Eyes
Kalamandalam Balasubramaniam, the senior most Kalamandalam artist from India is a short thin man. Unassuming and humble you could pass him on the street unnoticed until he takes on the ‘Vesham’ of Bhima. The character Bhima consumed by the...
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Youthful Honor of 16th Century Poet
SRI PURANDARA VITTALA! Devotional hymns of the Father of Carnatic Music stole the hearts of Sydney. In celebrations of its 10th year, the Sri Purandaradasa Aradhana in Sydney was conducted in an exquisite manner spanning over 5 continuous days....
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