Sunaadha Manjari - Violin - Sanjeev
Sanjeev (born 1978, India) started learning violin at the age of seven. He was a prodigy as he was able to translate songs into swaras even at the age of three. He inherited the essence of Carnatic music from his versatile mother; Smt. Brinda Venkataramanan, a disciple of Tanjore Shri S. Kalyanaraman. Sanjeev has been under the tutelage of his illustrious Guru Kalaimamani Kum. A. Kanyakumari since 1990. She is a dedicated teacher and has given high-level training to Sanjeev meticulously. She introduced him on stage for his debut concert at the age of 15. In the year I998, Sanjeev started his musical career as an accompanying violinist. He gained considerable reputation in his early youth as an accompanist to many eminent vocalists in carnatic music and has over 700 concerts to his credit. He has performed widely all over India. His accompanying wizardry and quick response to the various challenges posed by the main artistes has earned him a good name. He has won the prize at the competition held by AIR in the year I995. Sanjeev is an A-Grade artiste of AIR and Doordarshan. He has also won the Govt. of India scholarship given to young artistes for advanced training in music. He has an excellent academic background with B.E., and M.S., degrees to his credit. He has learnt pallavi lessons from veteran musician Prof T. R. Subramaniam and vocal sessions from Smt. Soundaram Krishnan, a senior vocalist. His commitment to carnatic music coupled with hard work has brought him success in presenting this CD before you. ** Violin Tracks: Karimukhavarada - Nattai - Adhi - G.N.Balasubramanian, Dhurmargacharadamulanu - Ranjani - Rupakam - Thyagaraja, Ksheerasagara Sayana - Devagandhari - Adhi - Thyagaraja, Panchashatpeeta Roopini - Karnataka Devagandhari - Adhi - Muthuswami Dikshitar, Kantajoodumi - Vachaspathi - Adhi - Thyagaraja, Ninne Nammi Nanu - Thodi - Misrachapu - Shyama Sastri, Koovi Azhaithal - Valaji - Adhi - Vaali and Thillana - Dharbari Kanada - Misrachapu - Tanjore S. Kalyanaraman Kamala Charane - Violin - Sanjeev
V. Sanjeev's musical life as a violinist started at the age of seven. Ever since, he is under the tutelage of Kalaimamani Kum. A. Kanyakumari, an artiste par excellence and an innovative Guru. He has performed in many concerts and ensembles over the years. He has an excellent academic background with B.E. and M.S. degrees to his credit. Sunaadha Manjari, the debut solo violin CD of Sanjeev was released by Carnatica. Kamala Charane is the second solo CD of Sanjeev, also released by Carnatica. lt is marked by a freewheeling melody, energetic rhythms, vivid style and a spontaneous approach - all the qualities that distinguish his artistry at its best. Sanjeev is an amazingly dynamic performer who brings a level of brilliant energy to everything he does. Sanjeev is widely acknowledged as a supportive accompanist to many eminent performers. This CD is sure to give aesthetic joy to the listener through its melodic, harmonic and rhythmic content. ** Tracks: Ninnu Joochi - Saurashtram - Adi - Pattanam Subramanya Iyer, Mokshamu Galada - Saramati - Adi - Tyagaraja, Nadasudha - Arabhi - Rupakam - Tyagaraja, Kamala Charane - Amrita Behag - Adi - G.N. Balasubramaniam, Chakkani Raja - Kharaharapriya - Adi - Tyagaraja, Thirumuruga - Yamuna Kalyani - Mishra Chapu - Tanjore S. Kalyanaraman, Chinnanchiru Kiliye - Ragamalika - Adi - Subramanya Bharati and Kanda Naal Mudalai - Madhuvanti - Adi - N.S. Chidambaram (tuned by Tanjore S. Kalyanaraman). Cho - Uravugal Illayaidi Pappa [DVD]
Cho's Uravugal Illaiyadi Pappa ** Comment on the short comings in human nature can be strikingly bold or humorously subtle. Can it be both !! Is it possible to make it a sunaami as well as a Thendral. Indeed, it is possible if creator is the legend Shri CHO. This DVD is a rip roaring unfurling of the vagaries of human values in a family after a treasure is unearthed which still leaves an indelible mark in viewers mind - The Inimitable Cho's brand of creativity. ** About the Author: A lawyer, actor, playwright, editor of a popular weekly and a parliamentarian - Cho S. Ramaswamy has several facets to his colorful personality. It is just not his versatility, but an abiding sincerity, forthrightness, impartiality and unimpeachable integrity that have made people across the country to eagerly look forward to his stand on any issue-political, social or economical. His creative oeuvre includes over 25 stage plays, significant roles in 180 films, story-screenplays for 14 films, 4 teleplays, 6 novels and a score of articles on sociopolitical issues and treatises on Hinduism. ** Duration: 2 Hrs. 18 Mins. Cho - Janathan Nagar Colony [2 DVDs]
Cho's Janatha Nagar Colony ** A congregation of multi faceted characters is a congenial breeding floor for many interestingly woven situations that engulf interest of viewers and make them spend their leisure in peace and happiness. If one adds the rich prowess of Legend thy name Shri CHO as the writer, actor and director of this concept, what do we get!!! A marriage feast served in Thalai Vaazhai Elai. Sit back and enjoy the multi-tasty Humor feast with CHO AND HIS TEAM. About the Author: A lawyer, actor, playwright, editor of a popular weekly and a parliamentarian - 'Cho' S. Ramaswamy has several facets to his colorful personality. It is just not his versatility, but an abiding sincerity, forthrightness, impartiality and unimpeachable integrity that have made people across the country to eagerly look forward to his stand on any issue-political, social or economical. His creative oeuvre includes over 25 stage plays, significant roles in 180 films, story-screenplays for 14 films, 4 teleplays, 6 novels and a score of articles on sociopolitical issues and treatises on Hinduism. ** Duration: Disc-1 - 2 Hrs. 11 Mins. * Disc-2 - 2 Hrs. 26 Mins. Kathak - Maya To Matter - Maya Rao [DVD]
Guru DR. Maya Rao (internationally reputed choreographer, Kathak exponent, dance curator) ** Internationally reputed dancer, choreographer, Guru, writer and dance academician / curator, Dr Maya Rao is the only Indian with a Post Graduate certificate in Choreography from the USSR. She is the recipient of several awards including the National Award (President of India Award) for Choreography from the Sangeet Natak Akademi, the Karnataka State Award, the prestigious Shantala Award for the Govt. of Karnataka, the Emeritus Fellowship from the H.R.D. Govt. of India and an honorary doctorate from Bangalore University. She has led cultural delegations to over 30 countries,creating an awareness and sharing the rich dance heritage of India worldwide. Dr. Maya Rao has been invited to Europe, U.S.A, U.S.S.R, on many occasions as a consultant choreographer and as a Jury member for international projects. She trained in Kathak under Padmasri Shri Shambu Maharaj of the Lucknow Gharana and Shri Sunderprasad of the Jaipur Gharana. Her solo recitals and dance dramas imbibed both styles winning much acclaim in India and Overseas. She runs India's only degree college of choreography - The Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography. Maya didi, as she is fondly called, has trained over 3000 students in a lifetime offered to her passion and mission - Dance. Maya Rao was made Chairperson of the Karnataka State Sangeet Nritya Academy (1987 - 1990) during which period she initiated National Performing Arts Festivals at Heritage Monuments - Somanathapura (1988), Pattadakkal (1989) and Halebid (1990). ** Tracks: Poetry of Kathak, Bhaav Batana, Kathak as a springboard for choereography, Choreographic aspects of Natyashastra and Evolution of Movement ** Duration: 1 Hour 55 Mins.
Sanjeev (born 1978, India) started learning violin at the age of seven. He was a prodigy as he was able to translate songs into swaras even at the age of three. He inherited the essence of Carnatic music from his versatile mother; Smt. Brinda Venkataramanan, a disciple of Tanjore Shri S. Kalyanaraman. Sanjeev has been under the tutelage of his illustrious Guru Kalaimamani Kum. A. Kanyakumari since 1990. She is a dedicated teacher and has given high-level training to Sanjeev meticulously. She introduced him on stage for his debut concert at the age of 15. In the year I998, Sanjeev started his musical career as an accompanying violinist. He gained considerable reputation in his early youth as an accompanist to many eminent vocalists in carnatic music and has over 700 concerts to his credit. He has performed widely all over India. His accompanying wizardry and quick response to the various challenges posed by the main artistes has earned him a good name. He has won the prize at the competition held by AIR in the year I995. Sanjeev is an A-Grade artiste of AIR and Doordarshan. He has also won the Govt. of India scholarship given to young artistes for advanced training in music. He has an excellent academic background with B.E., and M.S., degrees to his credit. He has learnt pallavi lessons from veteran musician Prof T. R. Subramaniam and vocal sessions from Smt. Soundaram Krishnan, a senior vocalist. His commitment to carnatic music coupled with hard work has brought him success in presenting this CD before you. ** Violin Tracks: Karimukhavarada - Nattai - Adhi - G.N.Balasubramanian, Dhurmargacharadamulanu - Ranjani - Rupakam - Thyagaraja, Ksheerasagara Sayana - Devagandhari - Adhi - Thyagaraja, Panchashatpeeta Roopini - Karnataka Devagandhari - Adhi - Muthuswami Dikshitar, Kantajoodumi - Vachaspathi - Adhi - Thyagaraja, Ninne Nammi Nanu - Thodi - Misrachapu - Shyama Sastri, Koovi Azhaithal - Valaji - Adhi - Vaali and Thillana - Dharbari Kanada - Misrachapu - Tanjore S. Kalyanaraman Kamala Charane - Violin - Sanjeev
V. Sanjeev's musical life as a violinist started at the age of seven. Ever since, he is under the tutelage of Kalaimamani Kum. A. Kanyakumari, an artiste par excellence and an innovative Guru. He has performed in many concerts and ensembles over the years. He has an excellent academic background with B.E. and M.S. degrees to his credit. Sunaadha Manjari, the debut solo violin CD of Sanjeev was released by Carnatica. Kamala Charane is the second solo CD of Sanjeev, also released by Carnatica. lt is marked by a freewheeling melody, energetic rhythms, vivid style and a spontaneous approach - all the qualities that distinguish his artistry at its best. Sanjeev is an amazingly dynamic performer who brings a level of brilliant energy to everything he does. Sanjeev is widely acknowledged as a supportive accompanist to many eminent performers. This CD is sure to give aesthetic joy to the listener through its melodic, harmonic and rhythmic content. ** Tracks: Ninnu Joochi - Saurashtram - Adi - Pattanam Subramanya Iyer, Mokshamu Galada - Saramati - Adi - Tyagaraja, Nadasudha - Arabhi - Rupakam - Tyagaraja, Kamala Charane - Amrita Behag - Adi - G.N. Balasubramaniam, Chakkani Raja - Kharaharapriya - Adi - Tyagaraja, Thirumuruga - Yamuna Kalyani - Mishra Chapu - Tanjore S. Kalyanaraman, Chinnanchiru Kiliye - Ragamalika - Adi - Subramanya Bharati and Kanda Naal Mudalai - Madhuvanti - Adi - N.S. Chidambaram (tuned by Tanjore S. Kalyanaraman). Cho - Uravugal Illayaidi Pappa [DVD]
Cho's Uravugal Illaiyadi Pappa ** Comment on the short comings in human nature can be strikingly bold or humorously subtle. Can it be both !! Is it possible to make it a sunaami as well as a Thendral. Indeed, it is possible if creator is the legend Shri CHO. This DVD is a rip roaring unfurling of the vagaries of human values in a family after a treasure is unearthed which still leaves an indelible mark in viewers mind - The Inimitable Cho's brand of creativity. ** About the Author: A lawyer, actor, playwright, editor of a popular weekly and a parliamentarian - Cho S. Ramaswamy has several facets to his colorful personality. It is just not his versatility, but an abiding sincerity, forthrightness, impartiality and unimpeachable integrity that have made people across the country to eagerly look forward to his stand on any issue-political, social or economical. His creative oeuvre includes over 25 stage plays, significant roles in 180 films, story-screenplays for 14 films, 4 teleplays, 6 novels and a score of articles on sociopolitical issues and treatises on Hinduism. ** Duration: 2 Hrs. 18 Mins. Cho - Janathan Nagar Colony [2 DVDs]
Cho's Janatha Nagar Colony ** A congregation of multi faceted characters is a congenial breeding floor for many interestingly woven situations that engulf interest of viewers and make them spend their leisure in peace and happiness. If one adds the rich prowess of Legend thy name Shri CHO as the writer, actor and director of this concept, what do we get!!! A marriage feast served in Thalai Vaazhai Elai. Sit back and enjoy the multi-tasty Humor feast with CHO AND HIS TEAM. About the Author: A lawyer, actor, playwright, editor of a popular weekly and a parliamentarian - 'Cho' S. Ramaswamy has several facets to his colorful personality. It is just not his versatility, but an abiding sincerity, forthrightness, impartiality and unimpeachable integrity that have made people across the country to eagerly look forward to his stand on any issue-political, social or economical. His creative oeuvre includes over 25 stage plays, significant roles in 180 films, story-screenplays for 14 films, 4 teleplays, 6 novels and a score of articles on sociopolitical issues and treatises on Hinduism. ** Duration: Disc-1 - 2 Hrs. 11 Mins. * Disc-2 - 2 Hrs. 26 Mins. Kathak - Maya To Matter - Maya Rao [DVD]
Guru DR. Maya Rao (internationally reputed choreographer, Kathak exponent, dance curator) ** Internationally reputed dancer, choreographer, Guru, writer and dance academician / curator, Dr Maya Rao is the only Indian with a Post Graduate certificate in Choreography from the USSR. She is the recipient of several awards including the National Award (President of India Award) for Choreography from the Sangeet Natak Akademi, the Karnataka State Award, the prestigious Shantala Award for the Govt. of Karnataka, the Emeritus Fellowship from the H.R.D. Govt. of India and an honorary doctorate from Bangalore University. She has led cultural delegations to over 30 countries,creating an awareness and sharing the rich dance heritage of India worldwide. Dr. Maya Rao has been invited to Europe, U.S.A, U.S.S.R, on many occasions as a consultant choreographer and as a Jury member for international projects. She trained in Kathak under Padmasri Shri Shambu Maharaj of the Lucknow Gharana and Shri Sunderprasad of the Jaipur Gharana. Her solo recitals and dance dramas imbibed both styles winning much acclaim in India and Overseas. She runs India's only degree college of choreography - The Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography. Maya didi, as she is fondly called, has trained over 3000 students in a lifetime offered to her passion and mission - Dance. Maya Rao was made Chairperson of the Karnataka State Sangeet Nritya Academy (1987 - 1990) during which period she initiated National Performing Arts Festivals at Heritage Monuments - Somanathapura (1988), Pattadakkal (1989) and Halebid (1990). ** Tracks: Poetry of Kathak, Bhaav Batana, Kathak as a springboard for choereography, Choreographic aspects of Natyashastra and Evolution of Movement ** Duration: 1 Hour 55 Mins.
