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Thursday, July 3, 2008

WORKSHOP IN CALIFORNIA

A five-day vocal and veena workshop was conducted on Dikshitar kritis in Fremont, California from June 23rd to June 27th. The syllabus included the following Samashti Charanam Kritis, one taught on each day:

1. Svethaganapathim Bhajeham
2. Sourasenesham
3. Saraswathi Vidhiyuvathi
4. Tiruvateeswaram Namami
5. Gopikamanoharam

The profile of the participants included carnatic music teachers, senior students and serious music enthusiasts. The response was overwhelming and it was a fulfilling exercise for one and all. Veenavaadhini thanks Sharmila and Venkat for hosting the workshop and making it a gratifying experience.