Friday, July 17, 2009

D K Pattammal - a humble tribute to the great soul

Last year when I was wading through internet for the Viriboni varnam, I found many renditions. But the one that stuck my imagination immediately was the one that was sung by you. I felt, we the younger generation, were not fortunate enough to listen to you in live concerts. However, I do consider myself blessed to have listened to your recordings.

You have many firsts to your credit. When women were confined to household, you brought about revolution by being the first Brahmin woman to have performed Carnatic music publicly, both on stage and on air.

You not only entered the male strong hold of Raga-Tana-Pallavi singing but also conquered it by your indepth renditions.

You were the undisputed authority on Dikshitar's compositions.

Seeing your interview, I wonder how even at this ripe age, you are so young at heart. Your face has the innocence of a child.






No doubt this interview would have brought tears to many eyes. I wonder how a person dignified as one of the female trinities of Carnatic Music can be so humble.

The saukhyam in your singing and your melodious voice are evident in this video.



There are no words to desribe your involvement and dedication in National anthem sung by you. I salute your patriotism.



Mother India is grateful to have had a daughter like you. Your sweet voice will always remain immortal in our hearts.