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Classical melodies

The music of "Sringaram", composed by Lalgudi Jayaraman, has an old world charm about it

ENRICHING EXPERIENCE At the "Sringaram" cassette release function

It was a short and simple function. What made the "Sringaram" cassette release function special was the rare presence of Ilaiyaraja. The maestro is known for not attending such functions. So when asked why he accepted this invitation, he said, "It was because of Lalgudi Jayaraman, who is the music director for the film. I am a great admirer of his music, especially his tillana compositions. The fact that this is his first film project was good enough reason for me to be present. I think the film fraternity will be enriched by his music." This film is produced by Golden Square Films and directed by Sharada Ramanathan.

Talking about the music, lyricist Swati Var said that it was an enriching experience to work with the Carnatic violin legend. "It took us six hours to record "Ninaivel Yennai" and three hours for "Yen Indha Mayamo." For the folk song, he took just a couple of hours to compose the music, once I had written the lyrics. Such is his versatility".

Interesting project

Speaking on the occasion, Lalgudi Jayaraman said he was happy to be part of an interesting project, where music is the backbone. Using Indian instruments such as the flute, mridangam and the veena, the maestro has composed with some melodious numbers. The best is Mallari, a form of temple music, which has been stylised and presented by the Injikkudi brothers on the nadaswaram, interspersed with Vedic chants.

The simple yet peppy folk number, sung by T. L. Maharajan and O. S. Arun, is sure captivate listeners. "Yen Indha Mayamo" in Amir Kalyani is rendered by Bombay Jayashree Ramnath. There's another version by S. Sowmya. "Ninaival Yennai" in Sahana is brings to the fore the singing talent of Lalgudi Vijayalakshmi.

The other numbers — "Harathi" (Swati Srikrishna, Meera and Hamsi), "Three Seasons" (G.J.R. Krishnan, Lalgudi Vijayalakshmi, Swati, Revathy and Meera), "Akaram" and "Mudal Mariyadai" (Swati Srikrishna and Hamsi) — too are worth listening to.

S.R. ASHOK KUMAR

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