Talapravaham: Kumaresh crafts a violin concert led by rhythm
Violinist Kumaresh Rajagopalan presented 'Talapravaham,' a concert production that centers on the rhythmic frameworks of Carnatic music. The performance explored the intrinsic bond between melody and the 35-tala system, aiming to elevate rhythm to a primary melodic element.
Why it matters
This production represents an innovative approach to classical music, pushing the boundaries of traditional performance structures.
In the Carnatic world, where the voice often dominates, it is heartening to see instruments becoming the talking point. This was the case at Kumaresh Rajagopalan’s Talapravaham, a production that once again brought to the fore the immense possibilities of rhythm — demonstrating how an entire concert can be conceived around it.
Held recently at Vani Mahal, Kumaresh and his ensemble presented seven compositions in seven different talas. The performance was not merely an exploration of tala; it also highlighted its intrinsic bond with melody. And Kumaresh’s inimitable way with the strings of his violin celebrated this connection.
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