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Hari-Haram
Music, Stories and Philosophy
Performers
When observed with discernment and a deeper understanding, Shaivism and Vaishnavism can be seen as two complementary facets of a unified truth. Despite their distinctions, these philosophical traditions have harmoniously converged over the passage of time.
Hari-Haram, a captivating production by Madrasana, intricately weaves together music, stories, and philosophy to demonstrate the interdependence of these two sects. This program delves into the realms of mythology, history, architecture, and social interactions, forming the foundation of its narrative. Guided by Vinay Varanasi’s storytelling and accompanied by Rahul Vellal’s enchanting vocal music, the audience is taken on a journey through legends, historical accounts, and melodic compositions.
This program extends a warm invitation to all individuals, be it the truth-seeker, the music enthusiast, the scholar, the historian, the inquisitive mind, or anyone else with a curious spirit.
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Performers
Rahul Vellal
Rahul R. Vellal started learning Carnatic Music, at the tender age of 4. He has already performed Carnatic Music Concerts at several prestigious places across India and abroad and won prizes in many music competitions. He is learning Carnatic vocal music under renowned musicians Vidushi’s Ranjani & Gayatri. He was earlier learning Carnatic vocal music from Vidushi Kalavathy Avadhoot, Vid Suchethan Rangaswamy. He
was also learning Mridangam from Vidwan Kulur U Jayachandra Rao. He is currently pursuing his Grade 8 in Western Piano from the Trinity School of Music (London) under the guidance of Sri Abhishek N.
Rahul has already performed Carnatic classical concerts internationally in 7 countries UAE, Singapore, Nigeria, Malaysia, Hong Kong, South Africa & United Kingdom. Also, his music has garnered millions of views worldwide, across all streaming platforms.
Vinay Varanasi
Vinay Varanasi is a speaker and curator, and draws inspirations from various Indic traditions and texts. He has spoken on various subjects ranging from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, to different forms of Devi, etc. Along with musicians, he has conceptualized thematic productions, focussing on the intersection of music and spirituality. He has worked with musicians such as Ramakrishnan Murthy, Vivek Sadasivam, Sumesh Narayananan etc. These productions have been staged across various cities. Vinay is a lyricist by passion and writes pallavi lyrics, tuned and sung by musicians such as Vidushis Ranjani & Gayatri. He has co-translated the kritis of Yogi Nareyana of Kaiwara. Vinay’s fascination for watercolours makes him explore Puranic and musical ideas through paintings. He is an architect by training.
Janardhan Srinath
Adamya Ramanand
Adamya had his initial training under Vid MA Krishnamurthy and advanced training under Padma Vibhushana awardee Umayalpuram Sri K Sivaraman. He is also receiving guidance from Vid Arjun Kumar. He is a recipient of several accolades including CMANA award from Percussive art center, Ragalayaprabha from Rama Lalitha Kala Mandira and Ananya Yuva Puraskara from Ananya GML Academy. His performance career spans close to three decades and he has also been guiding young mridangam aspirants for the past decade.
