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Themes in Karnatak Music and Dance (Set of 2 Volumes)

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Item Code: UAI993
Author: Lalita Ramakrishna
Publisher: B.R. RHYTHMS, DELHI
Language: English
Edition: 2014
ISBN: 9788188827404
Pages: 427 (B/W Illustrations)
Cover: HARDCOVER
Other Details 10.00 X 7.50 inch
Weight 1.10 kg
Book Description
About the Book
This book is of crucial importance for rasikas who wish to "understand" the meaning of the content of the krtis. The words and syllabic meanings of well-known krtis have been analysed. - Significance of the raga and laya variations in the krtis has been highlighted. Krtis are grouped according to their content under Ganesa, Siva, Vishnu, or Devi.

In Karnatak Music, classical ragas are expressed not just as alapana but also enjoyed as krtis. These highly classical songs are replete with choice words, emotions and mythological references. Words and syllables are colored with multiple layers of exalted emotion, and echoes from Vedic chants.

By understanding the literal and suggestive meanings in krtis, dancers and musicians can bring out fine nuances and deep bhava of each krti. Listeners can derive full aesthetic satisfaction by understanding the sahitya.

About the Author
Dr. Lalita Ramakrishna is Director of Research at Tattvaloka (an English monthly on Indian culture under Sringeri Mutt, Karnataka). She has done M.Phil (Eng.Lit) and Ph.d in Karnatak Music. She writes for the music journal Naadha Brahmam every month.

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