For decades, sceptics have doubted Swathi Thirunal’s existence or the works credited to him. One scholar believes his recent ...

R.K. Sriramkumar explores the old versus new in Carnatic music, the role of bhajans and abhangs, and why preserving the Carnatic sound is important. Producer: Chitra Swaminathan Video: Shivaraj S and ...

Carnatic music does not reward haste. It demands patience, discipline and loyalty to lineage. As the Hyderabad Tyagaraja Aradhana Music Festival (HTAMF) marked its 11th edition in January 2026, the ...

BLOOMINGTON — Originating in southern India, Carnatic music is a centuries-old style that is deeply rooted in traditions of spirituality and mathematical precision.

The broad idea was to envision a platform to celebrate Carnatic music while exploring new genres. Violinists K.J. Diliip and Ila Diliip were both trained in the traditional style but sought to expand ...