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Rajshree Chatterjee

Goddess Kamakshi is an incarnation of Goddess Parvati, worshipped in Kanchipuram. Shyama Shastri, a great devotee, composed kritis praising her divine grace, seeking her blessings and protection, often in intricate rhythmic patterns. Class 6 NCERT Arts Chapter 8 Taal or Talam ...

Rajshree Chatterjee

Muthuswami Dikshitar enriched Carnatic music by composing kritis entirely in Sanskrit. His works include deep philosophical themes, complex ragas and references to Hindu temples, deities and traditions, preserving Sanskrit’s lyrical beauty in music. Class 6 Visual Arts Kriti-I Taal or Talam ...

Rajshree Chatterjee

Tyagaraja primarily praised Lord Rama in his compositions. His kritis reflect deep devotion, expressing spiritual longing, love and surrender to Rama, showcasing both lyrical beauty and intricate melodic structures. Class 6 Visual Arts Kriti-I Taal or Talam and Raga or Ragam ...

Rajshree Chatterjee

Shyama Shastri’s mudra was “Shyama Krishna.” He included this signature in his compositions, which were predominantly in Telugu, Sanskrit and Tamil, dedicated to Goddess Kamakshi, expressing deep devotion and rhythmic intricacies. Class 6 Visual Arts Kriti-I Taal or Talam and Raga ...

Rajshree Chatterjee

Tyagaraja’s signature word (mudra) in his compositions was “Tyagaraja.” He incorporated this name into his kritis as a personal and devotional mark, expressing his deep reverence for Lord Rama. Class 6 Arts Kriti-I Chapter 8 Taal or Talam and Raga or ...