Indian Artpreneur

On this episode we speak to authors, art-entrepreneurs, Performing artists who have developed a unique voice through their work.

On today's episode we have Sriram Venkatakrishnan, who is an entrepreneur, columnist, music historian, a youtube vlogger and a heritage activist.

He is also one of the Secretaries of the Music Academy, Madras, by the capacity of which he is the convenor for its annual conference in December.

Sriram completed his graduation with a Bachelor of Engineering degree from the College of Engineering, Delhi in 1987.

In 1989, he completed his post-graduation with a Master of Business Administration degree in Marketing and Advertising from FMS, Delhi

Since 1999, Mr. Sriram has been doing considerable work on the history of Chennai and the history of Carnatic Music.

He writes frequently on these subjects for The Hindu and Madras Musings. He has authored over 25 books

on various topics pertaining to Carnatic music, arts, and history. His book, The Devadasi and the Saint, the Life and Times of

Bangalore Nagarathnamma, fetched him the United Nations Female Population Award for gender sensitivity in writing. His Carnatic

Summer, the lives of 22 exponents was described by the Hon. APJ Abdul Kalam as unputdownable.

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On the 39th episode of Indian Artpreneur, we speak to Vikram Sridhar who is a Classical Performance storyteller and theatre practitioner based in Bangalore and Chennai . An Engineering and Management graduate by degree from institutes the IIT, he believes in Oral Storytelling as a strong medium for conservation, which is highly relevant in the modern context.

He combines his 15 years of work and interest in theatre,social work and conservation in his oral storytelling. He is a TEDx Speaker and the co-founder of Tahatto, a Bangalore-based award winning theatre entity. ‘Around The Story Tree‘ is his initiative to connect the modern-day listener to the environment around through the power of stories and arts. He runs one of India's longest running meetups for Oral Storytelling for adults and travels the country sharing his researched stories with children and Adults.

On this episode we speak about:

His journey as a Story-teller

Source of Inspiration

Thoughts on education System

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On the 38th epsiode(S4:E2) of Indian Artpreneur Podcast, we speak to Manasi Prasad who is an acclaimed Carnatic Vocalist and Museum Director of Indian Music Experience, which is India's only interactive music museum. The IME is an initiative of the non-profit Indian Music Experience Trust, supported by the Brigade Group. Manasi is also a trained classical dancer and an engineering and MBA graduate from IIM Bangalore.

Manasi's relentless work in bringing India's music, culture and history under one roof has brought her many laurels. The vision of the IME, museum is to increase the understanding and appreciation of the diversity of Indian music, from the traditional to the contemporary through exhibits, performances and learning activities.

On this episode we speak about:

1. Indian Music Experience
2. Curation Process
3. Creative space for artists
4. Collaboration with Google Art & Culture
5. Cost Structure

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On the 37th episode of Indian Artpreneur Podcast we speak to Kavtia Kane, who is an author, motivational speaker and a former journalist. Mrs. Kane is also the author of seven books.

Karna's Wife her debut novel, (2013) was a bestseller. Her second novel – Sita's Sister (2014) also deals with another enigmatic personality – Urmila, probably the most overlooked character in the Ramayan. Menaka's Choice(2015) ,another best-seller, is about the famous apsara and her infamous liaison with Vishwamitra the man she was sent to destroy. Lanka's Princess (2016) is her fourth book based on Ravan's sister, Surpanakha, the Princess of Lanka who was also its destroyer.

Her fifth book Sita's Sister(2017) on why did Sita's siter agree to be left behind in the palace, waiting for her husband for 14 painfully long years? and the sixth book, The Fisher Queen's Dynasty (2017) which will re-align your reading of the Mahabharata. Ahalya's Awakening (2019) draws out the voice of a character that lacked one—even before she was turned to stone.

Her latest and seventh book, Saravasti's Gift (2021)- Mrs. Kane brings to light Sarasvati's story-the goddess of art, music and knowledge-told in the voices of nameless celestials, powerful gods and lesser mortals. The book explores her relationship with her Creator, Brahma, and their unusual marriage-a union of fiercely independent minds and the most non-conforming, unconventional of the Triumvirate couples. As these peripheral figures and silent catalysts take centre stage, we get a glimpse of an extraordinary woman and her remarkable story, obscured and buried under myths and legends.

In this episode we speak to hear about her writing process:

Story Structure

Key components of mythological fiction

Research

Dance and music in mythology

Advise for young writers

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On the 12th episode of ‘Indian Artpreneur' podcast series, Season 3 – Vistāra we speak to Guru Nivedita Bhattacharya an Indian Kathak exponent from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

On this episode you will listen to her speak about:

Childhood days

Journey as a teacher

Social responsibilities of a dancer

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On the 11th episode of ‘Indian Artpreneur' podcast series, Season 3 – Vistāra we speak to Taalyogi Pandit Suresh Talwalkar an Indian musician who plays the percussion instrument tabla.

Talwalkar was awarded the All India Radio Award in 1966, the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2004 and Padma Shri in 2013.

On this episode you will listen to him speak about:

Advantage of learning both styles – Hindustani and Carnatic for musicians

Guru shishya parampara

Teaching students from western background

How to measure success?

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On the 10th episode of ‘Indian Artpreneur' podcast series, Season 3 – Vistāra, we speak to Smt. Shantala Subramanyam, who plays the Venu, a Carnatic bamboo flute. She is also a trained vocalist and one of the most sought after teachers.

Shantala displayed keen interests in music when she was only an year old and like many Carnatic musicians, Shantala started playing in early childhood under the guidance of her father M N Subramanyam and her brother Shashank, an eminent flute artist. She was also trained by eminent performers – vocalist late Sri. Vairamangalam Lakshminarayanan, and is currently pursuing vocal music training under Sri O.S.Thyagarajan and Sri T V Gopalakrishanan.

In this episode we speak about

Her early days

How to be a Performer?

Role of a teacher

Message to students

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On the 9th episode of ‘Indian Artpreneur’ podcast series, Season 3 – Vistāra we speak to one of India's foremost classical dancers, who hail from a family of educationists, artists and Harikatha Vidwans (traditional story tellers). – Smt Nirupama Rajendra and Sri T D Rajendra

As founders of ‘Abhinava Dance Company’- one of India’s most popular and cutting-edge production houses recognized worldwide, the duo have been instrumental in introducing a great deal of innovation, creativity, enthusiasm and imagination to the realm of Classical Art over 25 years.

On this episode you will listen to her speak about:

Early days

Importance of music

Male dancers and masculinity

Productions that make impact

Message to parents and teachers

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On the 8th episode of ‘Indian Artpreneur' podcast series, Season 3 – Vistāra we speak to Guru Smt. Jayanthi Kumaresh, who is India's torch bearer worldwide for Saraswathi Veena, the National Instrument of India. She is an artiste, collaborator, composer, researcher, creator, pioneer, an educator and one of the legendary Veena masters that India has ever produced.

As a researcher, she holds a Doctorate for her works on “Styles and playing techniques of the Saraswathi Veena”. She is the founder of the Indian National Orchestra, featuring 21 star musicians from all over India – the first of its kind orchestra for Indian Classical Music. Her web series, Cup O' Carnatic, which popularizes Carnatic music in general and Veena in particular has more than 2 million views on social media.

On this episode you will listen to her speak about:

Early days

Philosophy of music

How to practice?

Teacher to Guru

Message to parents and teachers

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On the 7th episode of season 3, ‘Vistāra we speak to much sought after mridangam artist, a fine performer, composer, an inspiring guru and innovator – Guru Patri Satish Kumar

Having enthralled audiences across several countries including India, The Persian Gulf, South-East Asia, Australia, Europe, USA, he also has students who are active performers all over the world. He was conferred an honorary doctorate from the Berkley University, California in 2018. He is the curator of the PATRI DRUM FESTIVAL featuring legendary drummers.

On this episode you will listen to him speak about:

Early days

Tips for playing in the concert

Practice routines

Duties of a teacher

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