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मुक्ति | Mukti – Liberation in Song
A Musical Exploration of Freedom in All Its Dimensions
Artists
Oftentimes, the most powerful revolutions begin in verse.
With stirring narratives and emotional melodies, Mukti – Liberation in Song invites audiences to embark on an introspective journey, guided by the verses of poets who dared to dream beyond boundaries. The programme juxtaposes live performances of classical and folk compositions in multiple languages with immersive narration. Enhanced by a simulcast slideshow that spotlights the rich tapestry of Indian poetry, this event explores the perennial quest for freedom.
From Tyagaraja’s desire to break free from worldly attachments to Akka Mahadevi’s defiance of patriarchal norms, each performance encapsulates a unique facet of liberation. Basavanna and Chokkamela’s verses resonate with resistance against caste barriers, advocating universal equality. Kabir’s timeless words soar with a similar spirit, calling upon souls to shatter dogmatic chains.
This evening, we honor the enduring spirit of Mukti and celebrate the poets whose voices envisioned a world where freedom isn’t just a political concept, but a universally human truth.
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Artists
Chitra Srikrishna
Chitra Srikrishna is a celebrated Carnatic vocalist, writer, and music-appreciation educator. With over three decades of experience, she has delighted audiences worldwide through live performances, radio broadcast, and television. She trained under luminaries such as Smt Seethalakshmi Venkatesan, Shri V. Subrahmanian, Shri O. S. Thyagarajan, and Smt Lalgudi Rajalakshmi.
As an educator, Chitra is passionate about demystifying Indian classical music. She regularly hosts workshops and creates thematic productions—like Pravaas, Nityotsava, Udaan, Rajamarga, Vivartana, Antah Prerna, Bhakti, and HumRaag—that have garnered enthusiastic receptions in South India and the US.
During her tenure at Ahmedabad University, she taught courses such as Musical Traditions of India, How Music Shapes Cities: Varanasi to NYC, and Bhakti & Music: Oral Tradition to Radical Change, engaging students across all disciplines with insightful exploration of music’s cultural impact.
Chitra has also established herself as an insightful cultural commentator. Her writing on musical and societal themes appears in major publications including Deccan Herald, The Hindu, Mint Lounge, Scroll, and Sruti
Vaibhav Ramani
Vaibhav Ramani is a disciple of Vid. Sri Kumaresh (widely known as the Fiddling Monk) of the renowned Ganesh–Kumaresh duo. An A-grade artist with All India Radio, Bengaluru, Vaibhav performs extensively as both a soloist and accompanist across major cities in South India. He has accompanied several eminent Carnatic musicians, including Vid. Abhishek Raghuram, Dr. Jayanthi Kumaresh, and Dr. Renganatha Sharma, among others.
His performances have also taken him abroad, to countries such as Australia, Uganda, and Canada. Vaibhav is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Bharat Ratna M.S. Subbulakshmi Fellowship Award from Sri Shanmukhananda Sabha, the Raga Laya Prabha Award from Sri Rama Lalitha Kala Mandira (Bangalore), and the Best Violin Accompanist Award under the Spirit of Youth series by the Madras Music Academy. His debut album, “Hamsanadam: A Tribute to My Guru,” was warmly received.
Adamya Ramanand
Adamya Ramanand began his training under Vid. M.A. Krishnamurthy and went on to receive advanced mentorship from Padma Vibhushan Umayalpuram Sri K. Sivaraman. He continues to be guided by Vid. Arjun Kumar. An A-grade artist with All India Radio and Doordarshan for over a decade, Adamya’s performance career spans nearly thirty years. Over this time, he has accompanied leading Carnatic musicians across generations, earning a reputation for both versatility and depth in his art.
