Kavitha Jayaraman: The Art of Enduring Traditions in Carnatic Music

In this episode of Stalwarts Of Music with Aditya Veera, Kavitha Jayaraman, a renowned vocalist, and Vainika discusses her multifaceted life as an artist, educator, and philanthropist.

The interview begins with an exploration of Kavitha's journey into social media. She discussed her initial reservations about self-promotion, rooted in the traditional training of Carnatic musicians to focus on the art itself rather than self-projection.

She delved into the historical roots of Carnatic music, distinguishing it from Hindustani music and emphasising the unique characteristics that have been preserved over centuries. She attributed the limited reach of Carnatic music in the past to the absence of mediums like radio, which now allows artists to showcase their music to a broader audience. She also acknowledged the role of contemporary music ...