What a Bliss Hearing DKP Amma with Lovely Alapana followed by the Krithi ! Chakkani raaja raagam: 22 kharaharapriya mela Adi talam Thyagarajar Krithi In this Keertana Tyagaraja expresses that the path of devotion to Rama is the best path to attain supreme bliss. He asks, "why should anyone choose bylanes when there is an excellent high way?" SrI tyAgarAja, exhorts his mind to follow the royal path of devotion and not to go for any short cuts. O mind! When the spacious royal path to salvation is available, why should you take to by-lanes? When nutritious creamy milk is available, will anyone think of detestable toddy Ð Gangasagaram? When you can feast your eyes on the ravishingly beautiful form of SRI RAMA, when LORD SHIVA is eternally chanting the name of SRI RAMA, who has condescended to grace the abode of Tyagaraja, why should you resort to devious and labyrinthine paths instead of the royal path to salvation? Pallavi: Chakkani Raaja Maargamulundaga Sandula Dooraneelee Oo Manasaa! When there is an excellent king's way, why do you go on bylanes? Oh my heart.
Anupallavi: Chikkani Paalu Meegada yundaga Cheeyanu Gangaasaagara Mele When there is pure milk and cream, why do you go for the most abhorred liquor?
Charanam: Kantiki Sundara Taramagu Roopame, Mukkanti Nota Chelage Naamame Tyagaraajintane Nelakonnaadi Deivamee Yituvanti Sri Saketa Ramuni Bhaktiyane He has the most beautiful appearence. His name is chanted by Siva the three eyed. He is the God that is worshipped at Tyagaraja's home. Devotion to this kind of Saketa Rama is the right path, Oh my heart. Karaharapriya Ragam :- The luxurious pastures of this raga - Kodipalai in ancient Tamizh music; the regal Kharaharapriya in Carnatic music - are evergreen and have stood the test of time for centuries. A sampoorna (complete with all seven notes) raga, this scale takes Sadja, Chatusruti Rishabha, Sadharana Gandhara, Suddha Madhyama, Pancama, Chatusruti Dhaivata, and Kaisikhi Nishada. This raga has symmetrical tetrachords in its scale. The harmonies that are possible in this raga are many and priceless, like the RG-DN or GRS-NDP prayoga. Saint Thyagaraja has composed several masterpieces in this raga, some slow, some fast, some yearning for Rama, some discerning the truths of worldly maya. We have “Chakkaniraja”, “Mitri bhagyame”, “Nadachi nadachi”, “Pakkala nilabadi”, “Kori sevimpa” (one of the Kovur pancharatnas) and many more, each one of them testimony to Kharaharapriya’s divine power. Dikshitar and Shyama Sastri have not composed in this raga. Papanasam Sivan’s “Appan avatharitha”, “Senthil andavan” and “Janakipathe” are immortal, and one cannot forget”Navasiddhi Petralum” of Neelakanta Sivan. One of the earliest appearances of Kharaharapriya was in”Kubera Kuchela”, the song “Nadai alangaram kanden” sung by P U Chinnappa, and composed by Carnatic musician Kunnakudi Venkatrama Iyer. The song went on to become a super-hit and Kharaharapriya became a “happening” raga in film music. In the film “Shakuntalai”, M. S. Subbulakshmi sang “Endhan idathu tholum” laden with brighas and sangatis in Kharaharapriya, and this too was well received among the music lovers. “Maya valaiyil” from “Gulebagavali”, sung by TM Soundararajan, is structured along the lines of “Navasiddhi”. The bright opening heading towards the upper Sadja establishes the raga indubitably. “Ariyaparuvamada” from “Missiamma” is a cute song in this raga sung by P. Leela and tuned by S. Rajeswara Rao. The beginning in Dhaivata and calm landing in the Pancama point clearly to Kharaharapriya. “Enna seidhalum endan thunai neeye” from “Irumbu Thirai” is one of my personal favourites. Composed by S. V. Venkataraman, the song's opening once again highlights the Dhaivata-Nishada combination. “Madhavi pon mayilal” from “Iru Malargal” is one of the most famous pieces in this raga. Composed by MS Viswanathan and sung by TMS, this song begins regally in the upper Gandhara and the phrase culminates with a lovely gamaka at the Nishada. Progressive sangatis, clever structure and deft raga-handling make this song a favourite. “Maharajan ulagai” from “Karnan” by MSV-Ramamurthy is a different approach to Kharaharapriya - subdued, classy, and in tisra-nadai. “Isaiyai Tamizhai” from “Agasthiyar” is a lilting piece in Kharaharapriya. Kunnakudi Vaidhyanathan's music, complemented by the voices of Seerkazhi Govindarajan and T R Mahalingam, makes this complex piece an aural treat. Ilayaraja has composed several pieces in Kharaharapriya, noteworthy of which is “Poo malarndhida” from “Tic Tic Tic”. A slightly westernised presentation, aimed at being a little light-hearted and funny, this song sticks to the grammar of Kharaharapriya. “Sangeeta swarangal” from “Azhagan” composed by Maragathamani is an interesting piece, the phrase “DNP GRGMP” comes as a refrain ushering in a fresh approach to the raga. “Pachai nirame” from “Alaipayuthey” by A R Rahman is largely based on this raga and brings out the romantic, meandering, and relaxing facets of this scale. Recently “Sadhikkatha kangalil” from the film “180”, composed by Sharreth, is a delightful Kharaharapriya. I loved listening to this piece; the typical Keralite percussive instruments giving a traditional flavour to the soft love song. Film songs are aplenty in this scale. The Kafi thaat corresponds to Kharaharapriya raga in Hindustani music.
SAKKANI RAJA -KARAHARAPRIYA-AADHI - I LISTENED IN A I R -1960S -BY M LV SEE WHAT A SWEETNESS NO BODY CAN EXPRESS THANKS TO YOU -TUBE. NAMASIVAYM RTD PROFESSOR ANNAMALAI UNIVERSITY CHIDAMBARAM
i am one of crores musical admirers of D.K.Pattammal amma since my younger days dating back to 1950.her voice is still superb and her sweet voice is always ringing in my ears.
A great attempt has been made to restore these gems which would otherwise be lost to future generations. Grateful for whatever has been salvaged for us to get the taste of authentic stuff! 💖🙏
It will be a blissful experience to listen to this divine raga looking at the sky in a silent night in solitude! Pattammal's rendition of the raga(kharapriya raagaalaapana is simply brillient!
Greatly respected personality. Equally great musician. Salutations to great musician. Narasimha Murthy
Excellent ! Taking to different plain 🙏
Very much interested to see and listen to a video recording of madame. Narasimha Murthy
Excellent of DKP my pranam to Legendary
Superb . Pure Honey . India should hear more of its contemporary greats like her and Bade Ghulam Sahab
What a Bliss Hearing DKP Amma with Lovely Alapana followed by the Krithi ! Chakkani raaja raagam: 22 kharaharapriya mela Adi talam Thyagarajar Krithi
In this Keertana Tyagaraja expresses that the path of devotion to Rama is the best path to attain supreme bliss. He asks, "why should anyone choose bylanes when there is an excellent high way?" SrI tyAgarAja, exhorts his mind to follow the royal path of devotion and not to go for any short cuts.
O mind! When the spacious royal path to salvation is available, why should you take to by-lanes? When nutritious creamy milk is available, will anyone think of detestable toddy Ð Gangasagaram? When you can feast your eyes on the ravishingly beautiful form of SRI RAMA, when LORD SHIVA is eternally chanting the name of SRI RAMA, who has condescended to grace the abode of Tyagaraja, why should you resort to devious and labyrinthine paths instead of the royal path to salvation?
Pallavi:
Chakkani Raaja Maargamulundaga
Sandula Dooraneelee Oo Manasaa!
When there is an excellent king's way, why do you go on bylanes? Oh my heart.
Anupallavi:
Chikkani Paalu Meegada yundaga
Cheeyanu Gangaasaagara Mele
When there is pure milk and cream, why do you go for the most abhorred liquor?
Charanam:
Kantiki Sundara Taramagu Roopame,
Mukkanti Nota Chelage Naamame
Tyagaraajintane Nelakonnaadi Deivamee
Yituvanti Sri Saketa Ramuni Bhaktiyane
He has the most beautiful appearence.
His name is chanted by Siva the three eyed.
He is the God that is worshipped at Tyagaraja's home.
Devotion to this kind of Saketa Rama is the right path, Oh my heart.
Karaharapriya Ragam :- The luxurious pastures of this raga - Kodipalai in ancient Tamizh music; the regal Kharaharapriya in Carnatic music - are evergreen and have stood the test of time for centuries. A sampoorna (complete with all seven notes) raga, this scale takes Sadja, Chatusruti Rishabha, Sadharana Gandhara, Suddha Madhyama, Pancama, Chatusruti Dhaivata, and Kaisikhi Nishada. This raga has symmetrical tetrachords in its scale. The harmonies that are possible in this raga are many and priceless, like the RG-DN or GRS-NDP prayoga.
Saint Thyagaraja has composed several masterpieces in this raga, some slow, some fast, some yearning for Rama, some discerning the truths of worldly maya. We have “Chakkaniraja”, “Mitri bhagyame”, “Nadachi nadachi”, “Pakkala nilabadi”, “Kori sevimpa” (one of the Kovur pancharatnas) and many more, each one of them testimony to Kharaharapriya’s divine power. Dikshitar and Shyama Sastri have not composed in this raga. Papanasam Sivan’s “Appan avatharitha”, “Senthil andavan” and “Janakipathe” are immortal, and one cannot forget”Navasiddhi Petralum” of Neelakanta Sivan.
One of the earliest appearances of Kharaharapriya was in”Kubera Kuchela”, the song “Nadai alangaram kanden” sung by P U Chinnappa, and composed by Carnatic musician Kunnakudi Venkatrama Iyer. The song went on to become a super-hit and Kharaharapriya became a “happening” raga in film music. In the film “Shakuntalai”, M. S. Subbulakshmi sang “Endhan idathu tholum” laden with brighas and sangatis in Kharaharapriya, and this too was well received among the music lovers.
“Maya valaiyil” from “Gulebagavali”, sung by TM Soundararajan, is structured along the lines of “Navasiddhi”. The bright opening heading towards the upper Sadja establishes the raga indubitably. “Ariyaparuvamada” from “Missiamma” is a cute song in this raga sung by P. Leela and tuned by S. Rajeswara Rao. The beginning in Dhaivata and calm landing in the Pancama point clearly to Kharaharapriya.
“Enna seidhalum endan thunai neeye” from “Irumbu Thirai” is one of my personal favourites. Composed by S. V. Venkataraman, the song's opening once again highlights the Dhaivata-Nishada combination.
“Madhavi pon mayilal” from “Iru Malargal” is one of the most famous pieces in this raga. Composed by MS Viswanathan and sung by TMS, this song begins regally in the upper Gandhara and the phrase culminates with a lovely gamaka at the Nishada. Progressive sangatis, clever structure and deft raga-handling make this song a favourite.
“Maharajan ulagai” from “Karnan” by MSV-Ramamurthy is a different approach to Kharaharapriya - subdued, classy, and in tisra-nadai. “Isaiyai Tamizhai” from “Agasthiyar” is a lilting piece in Kharaharapriya. Kunnakudi Vaidhyanathan's music, complemented by the voices of Seerkazhi Govindarajan and T R Mahalingam, makes this complex piece an aural treat.
Ilayaraja has composed several pieces in Kharaharapriya, noteworthy of which is “Poo malarndhida” from “Tic Tic Tic”. A slightly westernised presentation, aimed at being a little light-hearted and funny, this song sticks to the grammar of Kharaharapriya. “Sangeeta swarangal” from “Azhagan” composed by Maragathamani is an interesting piece, the phrase “DNP GRGMP” comes as a refrain ushering in a fresh approach to the raga.
“Pachai nirame” from “Alaipayuthey” by A R Rahman is largely based on this raga and brings out the romantic, meandering, and relaxing facets of this scale. Recently “Sadhikkatha kangalil” from the film “180”, composed by Sharreth, is a delightful Kharaharapriya. I loved listening to this piece; the typical Keralite percussive instruments giving a traditional flavour to the soft love song.
Film songs are aplenty in this scale. The Kafi thaat corresponds to Kharaharapriya raga in Hindustani music.
what a moving song on Lord Rama
and its impeccable form of DKP AMMA .One is blessed to listen this beautiful and meaningful kriti of St Thyagaraja.
Excellent narration and restored amongst music lovers for ever :S N Ramesh Malleswaram ITI Bangalore
மனதிற்கினிய கவலையை மறக்கும் இசை
REAL CHEKKANI RAAJA MAARGAMU. SWASTHI!
One for the text book. Melodious without a parallel.
True🙏
SAKKANI RAJA -KARAHARAPRIYA-AADHI - I LISTENED IN A I R -1960S -BY M LV SEE WHAT A SWEETNESS NO BODY CAN EXPRESS THANKS
TO YOU -TUBE. NAMASIVAYM RTD PROFESSOR ANNAMALAI UNIVERSITY CHIDAMBARAM
i am one of crores musical admirers of D.K.Pattammal amma since my younger days dating back to 1950.her voice is still
superb and her sweet voice is always ringing in my ears.
Why so many cuts in the middle it also end abruptly. I loved it so much I felt like crying when it ended like that.
A great attempt has been made to restore these gems which would otherwise be lost to future generations. Grateful for whatever has been salvaged for us to get the taste of authentic stuff! 💖🙏
Like her voice very much
soulful rendition !
What a voice! Superb!
Dkp amma alapani arumai
alabanai super
just superb
பட்டம்மாள் அம்மா வை " பாடு பட்டம்மாள்" என்று செம்மங்குடி ஐயாவே புகழ்ந்திருக்கிறார்.
Superb voice
super kacheri
Superb
The accompanying artists?
good vice amma namastey
It will be a blissful experience to listen to this divine raga looking at the sky in a silent night in solitude! Pattammal's rendition of the raga(kharapriya raagaalaapana is simply brillient!
ragam good alapana.
Zillasaheb Shaik Varnam Sarangaragam
Music concert very good.
meydamgreat alapana
Wonderful