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Umayalpuram K. Sivaraman's Rhythm Fantasies cover artwork
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Umayalpuram K. Sivaraman’s Rhythm Fantasies

Angel Romero December 24, 2004 Indian classical musicUmayalpuram K. Sivaramanworld music

Leicester, UK – Rhythm Fantasies (Sense World Music) is a live recording by mrudangam (also known as mridangam) virtuoso Umayalpuram K. Sivaraman, made at Saptak…

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East Meets East, North Meets South

World Music Central News Room August 2, 2003 Indian classical musicK. Sridharworld music

K. Sridhar combines traditions from both sides of his family By Teed Rockwell, India Currents Magazine, April 2001 K. Sridhar has lived his musical life…

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Introduction to Ghazal, An Ancient and Expressive Form of Poetry and Music

Angel Romero April 14, 2003 1 Comment ghazalIndian classical musicPakistani musicworld music

The ghazal, a love poem or ode, traces its origins back to Arabic poetry in the 7th century. Initially, the ghazal dealt with themes of…

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