The nottuswara (nōṭṭusvaras, from "note" + "swaras") / noteswarams are a set of 39 composition in Carnatic music by Muthuswami Dikshitar in Shankarabharanam ragam. They really do occupy a unique place in Carnatic music. Their simple melodic structure—often set in Western major scales—makes them accessible for beginners, while their roots in Indian classical style give them depth that even veteran musicians can appreciate. It’s fascinating how Muthuswami Dikshitar, inspired by Western band music during the colonial era, created these compositions that elegantly blend two musical worlds.
This workshop aims to introduce students to rare Nottuswarams, offering them a unique glimpse into these simple yet historically rich compositions.
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of shruti and tala or alankarams
Date: 17th and 18th May 2025
Day: Saturday and Sunday
Number of sessions: 2
Timings: 10 am to 11.15 IST
Duration per session: 1 hr 15 mins
Online platform : Zoom
Age limit: 8 years and above
Minimum number of students : 5
Maximum number of students: 20
Content (Subject to change):
- Gurumurthe Bahukirthe - Tiruttani Murugan
- Dasarathe Dheena Dhayanidhe - Bhagwan Raama
- Sadhashiva Jaaye - Bhagwan Shiva
- Dheena Bandho - Bhagwan Raama
- Muchukunda Varadha- Tyagaraja Swami
- Rajeeva Loachana - Bhagwan Raama
- Vagdevi Maamava - Saraswathi Devi
- Maaye Chitkale - Lakshmi Devi
Note : The above list of compositions are subject to modifications at the discretion of the teacher and the organizer, if necessary.
