Sat, Apr 27
|Austin
Wonderful India Festival: Mysticism of Vedanta in Carnatic Classical Music
Join us for an intriguing examination of the ways Carnatic music composers have explored spirituality through their musical compositions, particularly in their pursuit of moksha (liberation).
Time & Location
Apr 27, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Austin, 3806 Cherrywood Rd, Austin, TX 78722, USA
About the event
A stimulating lecture and demonstration exploring the connections between Carnatic classical music to Vedic mantras as a sacred pathway to the divine.
Join us for an intriguing examination of the ways Carnatic music composers have explored spirituality through their musical compositions, particularly in their pursuit of moksha (liberation). Presenter Sitaram Ayyagari will use live vocal examples to demonstrate and examine the similarities between Vedic mantras and Carnatic classical music as a sacred pathway to invoke devatas (deities) and immerse oneself in divine bliss.
RSVP required to attend, with suggested pay-what-you-can donation to support additional and ongoing programs celebrating the work of local artists specializing in Indian arts, music, and cultural traditions. Please reserve free tickets for community members who cannot afford to attend otherwise.
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About the Presenter
Sitaram Ayyagari, working for a startup as a Senior Solution Architect, boasts deep insights into global business processes spanning diverse industries and ERP applications. With a strong background in data architecture, Sitaram has led the design and implementation of cutting-edge data management solutions that drive AI based analytics at various organizations. His commitment is to bring a positive impact on society by crafting comprehensive AI-driven solutions for organizations and individuals from all walks of life, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility across diverse sectors.
Sitaram Ayyagari is a Krishna Yajurvedi with training in Sanskrutam, Krishna Yajuvedam, Carnatic Music, and Jyotishya Sastram. He is a prolific writer and a speaker on various aspects of Veda mantras, Puranas and Itihasas. He founded “Sri Sarada School of Music – Houston” and has been training students in Carnatic Classical Music for a little over 15 years. He is the author of a book “The Science of Arunaprasna” which explains the science behind the Arunaprasna mantras, which are part of “Krishna Yajurveda aaranyakam”. He is an executive member for a non-profit organization, IHAR-USA.