Karnatic Music lecture-demonstration

An ‘Introduction to Karnatic Music’ a lecturedemonstration by Nissanka Abeyrathna, B.P.A; M.A. (Karnatic Music) will be held on Monday, July 27 at 5 p.m. at the Mahaweli Centre, No 96, Ananda Coomaraswamy Mawatha, Colombo 7.

Karnatic Music represents the oldest system of Indian music as expounded by the ancient authorities of Indian music such as Bharata, Dattila and Matanga. As a result of Moghul invasions, the music practised in the northern part of India came under the influence of Arabian and Persian music, and by the 15th century developed into what is known today as the North Indian or Hindustani system of music, based on a raga and tala system of its own.

The music practised in South India being not subject to foreign influence, developed independently, but as time went on, coming under the influence of linguistic, social and cultural factors peculiar to the different ethnic groups forming the Dravidian population, underwent certain changes and has come to be known as Karnatic or South Indian system of music. The term Karnatic Music came into use from the 14th century onwards. The period covering the 17th and 18th centuries is considered the golden age of Karnatic Music.

The annual “Royal College Class of 69” Sing Along with Rukshan Perera backed by Sohan & the Experiments will be held on August 2, at 7 p.m., at the Galadari Hotel Main Ballroom. This is their 4th sing along with all the golden oldies, the best of 60s and 70s hits along with special entertainment and prizes for the group’s 60 year celebration.

Tickets can be purchased at Fashion Optics on Flower Road and Torana Music Box at Liberty Plaza. For further information please call 0777781782 or 0712742444.