Sangeetham is an exciting three-part project which will involve the following milestones - Part I – Creation of two new musical compositions by the artist.
Part II – A free training course to interested community members.
Part III - Shows in Saratoga County locations: Each show to include lecture by artist and recital by artist and trainees, including children.
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NEW!Click here to read the Albany Times Union feature on Vidya's project and award, 1/8/10
Please mark your calendars for these free events!
A 6 session Training Course:
Location: Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public library (Piracci Board Room, 1st floor), 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065
Prior musical training is not required. Attendees will be invited to participate in optional singing training at the end of each session. Pre-register to get your copy of course material and training audio CD. To register for one or multiple sessions, call Vidya at 373-9037 or email her at ksubramanian@nycap.rr.com. This program is open to adults and children aged 10 and above. Attendees may register for one or multiple sessions. Although every session will be taught as an independent module, attendance at all sessions is highly recommended.
Session Dates and Description:
Session 1: Sat, Jan 16, 2010, 2 pm, Raga (melody) and Tala (rhythm)
Session 2: Sat, Jan 23, 2010, 2 pm, Compositions and Great Composers
Session 3: Sat, Jan 30, 2010, 2 pm, Carnatic music and Spiritualism
Session 4: Sat, Feb 13, 2010, 2 pm, Improvisation in Carnatic Music
Session 5: Sat, Feb 20, 2010, 2 pm, How to Appreciate a Carnatic Music Concert
Session 6: Sat, Feb 27, 2010, 2 pm, More on Carnatic Concert Appreciation
Note: Sessions 5 and 6 will include an audio/visual presentation
Lectures/Recitals in Saratoga County by Vidya and students
Friday, Feb 12, 2010, 6 pm – Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive, Malta, NY
Friday, Feb 19, 2010, 2 PM – Mechanicville Public Library, 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville, NY
Saturday, March 6, 2010, 4 pm – Historic Grooms Tavern, 290 Sugarhill Road, Rexford, NY