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An authority on Purandara Dasa
Through hard work and sacrifice Lalithangi managed to get the saint composer's songs printed.
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Forthcoming Events

In the city
Devi Ghanshyam Das (Bharatanatyam); 7.30 p.m.: Roshni Rajmohanram (Bharatanatyam). Sravanam TTD Information Centre, T. Nagar. October 23, 6.30 p.m. Niveditha Muralidharan ...
Cinema

Deepavali bonanza for movie buffs
This time round Tamil film fans have a feast to look forward to.
A retrospective mode
Not all successful hits can be remade. Some, such as `Namak Haram' and `Kala Patthar,'just don't lend themselves to it.
Film Review

Bullies, watch out! -- The Ant Bully
Cast: Julia Roberts, Nicholas Cage, Meryl Streep, Zach Tyler Eisen, Paul Giamatti
Storyline: Little Zach learns that ants have feeling too.
Bottomline: A sentimental, moral story with a few clever laughs thrown in. Finally, in life all ...
On Location

Memories of a great poet
It was time for nostalgia as a scene from `Sivappadikaram' was shot in the house of poet Kannadasan.
Music

Diffidence overshadows Commendable effort
Bharathi's crystal clear voice and articulation will get a better deal if she concentrates on confidence building.
With an eye on tempo and timing
Gayatri Girish's concert for Sri Thyaga Brahma Gana Sabha had imaginative perceptions in full measure.
When the picnic basket came alive
Musicians from East and West fed off each other's vibes at the Fes Festival held at New York's Carnegie Hall.
With a bhava-laden bearing
The melody and rakti of Yadukulakamboji epitomise a wide range of emotions musically such as bhakti, dignity, authority, compassion and spirit, all reinforced with a bhava-laden bearing. Sankari Krishnan, an accomplished vocalist, has recorded ...
Classical values to the fore
Veterans featured at Balaganamrutham's Monsoon Marvel proved that there was no substitute for untiring effort and single-minded dedication.
Special festival editions
These colourful issues are something to look forward to.
Dance

Salient features of Natya Veda
The dance presentation on `Understanding the Natya Veda' by the Narasimhacharis was a good learning experience for those interested in this divine art.
Arts & Crafts

Exclusive for the festival
Maurya on Nungambakkam High Road, Anugraha building, has always sought exclusive textiles, to lure the shopper. Paithani saris and gossamer thin embellished silken scarves and dupattas are the chosen theme for this festive season. Coming ...
Festivals

Re-creating festive Kolkata
Durga Puja celebrations at Ranipet had both religious and patriotic flavour.
Tribute

In a class of his own
T.S.Parthasarathy, who impressed everyone with his knowledge, razor sharp memory, undaunted spirit and generosity, was a guru beyond compare.
Events

Brilliant mosaic of song and story
By any standard, Visakha Hari's two-day Harikatha performance for the ICICI Bank at the Music Academy was a big success.
Consecration
The Jeernodharana Ashtabandhana Maha Kumbabhishekam of the ancient shrine of Sri Parvathy Samedha Sri Baleswarar temple at Tiruthalaiyur in Nannilam taluk (17 km south of Mayiladuthurai and on the Nedungadu-Karaikal route via Kollumaangudi) will ...
Affectionate, approachable, affable

The religion of music
Bismillah Khan's last performance in Madras was for Amir Khusro Sangeet Academy on October 20, 2002.
Miscellany


Tv Serials

Deepavali Specials
Podhigai TV has an array of programmes to be aired on the Deepavali day. "Naan Sirithal Deepavali," a music show based on Tamil film songs, will be the highlight of the programme. To be aired on October 21, 9 a.m., the one-hour ...



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