Prof. Dr. G. N. Nagamani Srinath (born 7 April 1950)[1] is an Indian Indian classicalvocalist, composer, music educator, researcher and academic from Mysore, Karnataka, India. She has had a performing career spanning over six decades and is known for her contributions to Carnatic Music as a performer, teacher, author and institution builder.
Nagamani Srinath | |
|---|---|
| Born | 7 April 1950 |
| Occupations | Carnatic vocalist, guru |
| Awards | Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (2010) |
Early life and training
editNagamani Srinath was born in Jodi Gubbi village in Hassan district to G. N. Narayana and G. N. Venkatalakshamma.[2] She started learning Carnatic music at an early age from Arekere Narayana Rao.[1][2] She graduated with music as one of her subjects and got Central Government Scholarship to study music in Chennai.[1]
At the age of 20, Nagamani Srinath became a disciple of Carnatic vocalist Ramnad Krishnan and received training under the gurukula system. She also received mentorship from M. L. Vasanthakumari, T. Brinda, T. Mukta, T. N. Krishnan, Palghat K. V. Narayanaswamy, D. K. Jayaraman, T. M. Tyagarajan, Gowri Kuppuswamy, V. Ramarathnam, R. Visweswaran and Parur Anantharaman[1][3]
Academically, she obtained a Bachelors degree in Arts from the University of Mysore, graduating with a gold medal, followed by a master's degree from the same university. [1] She also earned a Postgrature Diploma in Music from the Government of Tamil Nadu where, graduating with a gold medal. In 2014, Tumkur University conferred upon her the Doctor of Literature (D.Litt) [1].
Career
editNagamani Srinath began performing in public at a young age, and has maintained an active concert career over over six decades[4]. She has performed at major music festivals and venues acros India. Internationally, she has presented concerts in the United States, Australia, Singapore, United Kingdom, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Europe, Hong Kong and Malaysia. She has also participated in concerts held by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR).
In 2024, she published a book, Antaraalada Alaapane, about her experiences as a Carnatic vocalist.[1]
She is an "Top Grade" artist of the All India Radio & Doordarshan, performing for their National Programmes and Radio Sangeet Sammelans.[3]
Academic & Teaching Career
editNagamani Srinath served as the professor of Music and the Head of the Department of Music at Maharani's Arts and Commerce College. She also served as the visiting faculty at Bangalore University and Mahaveer Jain University. [5][6]
Over several decades, she has trained numerous students, many of whom have gone on to establish careers as performers and teachers. [7] She has conducted workshops and lecture demonstrations and online training programs in Carnatic Music.
Awards and recognition
edit- 1998 Rajyotsava Prashasti Award[8]
- 2010 Sangeet Natak Akademi Award[3][9]
- 2015 Sangita Kala Acharya award from the Madras Music Academy for her work as a performer and teacher[10] [11]
- 2018 Lalitha Kala Suma Award. [12]
- 2023 Ganayogi Pandit Panchakshari Gavai National Award. [13][14]
- 2025 Shyama Gaana Bhushana Award by M. A. Narasimhachar Music Foundation.
- 2026 Nadabrahma Award from the Nadabrahma Sangeetha Sabha, Mysore. [15]
Personal life
editNagamani Srinath resides in Bengaluru with her husband Srinath, where she continues to teach and perform. [16]
References
edit- 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 "Vocalist Nagamani Srinath chronicles her musical journey in Antaraalada Alaapane". The Hindu. 12 October 2024. Retrieved 8 April 2025.
- 1 2 Rajagopalan, N. (1990). A Garland: A Biographical Dictionary of Carnatic Composers and Musicians. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan. p. 171. Retrieved 11 August 2025.
- 1 2 3 "Mysore Nagamani Srinath" (PDF). Sangeet Natak Akademi. Retrieved 8 April 2025.
- ↑ SUBBUDU (25 December 1986). "A musician who sings for his own pleasure". The Indian Express. p. 5. Retrieved 28 June 2026.
Nagamani Srinath's mid-afternoon recital at the Academy was noteworthy for its scholarship, classicism and melody.
- ↑ Author, Author (2 January 2026). "Nadabrahma Sabha to celebrate 69th Anniversary this weekend". Star of Mysore. Retrieved 26 June 2026.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ↑ archive, From our online (16 May 2012). "Learning from the legends". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 26 June 2026.
- ↑ Kendra, Shantamani Kala. "BFA Faculty | JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) Fine Arts". Site Name, i.e. Shantamani Kala Kendra. Retrieved 26 June 2026.
- ↑ "Rajyotsava Awards". Karnataka Government. Archived from the original on 15 June 2020. Retrieved 1 July 2025.
- ↑ "Sangeet Natak Akademi fellowships for four eminent artistes". The Hindu. 22 July 2011. Retrieved 1 August 2025.
- ↑ "The Sangita Kala Acharya awards will go to vocalist Mysore Nagamani Srinath and percussionist T.H. Subashchandran". Deccan Chronicle. 22 June 2015. Retrieved 8 April 2025.
- ↑ "Sangita Kala Acharya". Music Academy. Retrieved 26 June 2026.
- ↑ "Lalitha Kala Suma Awardees". SRI RAMA LALITHA KALA MANDIRA. 19 November 2023. Retrieved 26 June 2026.
- ↑ "'Classical music not adequately represented in Rajyotsava awards'". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 26 June 2026.
- ↑ Author (29 January 2024). "Selected for National and State awards of Kannada and Culture Department". Star of Mysore. Retrieved 26 June 2026.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ↑ Author (2 January 2026). "Nadabrahma Sabha to celebrate 69th Anniversary this weekend". Star of Mysore. Retrieved 26 June 2026.
{{cite web}}:|last=has generic name (help) - ↑ Author, Author (29 January 2024). "Selected for National and State awards of Kannada and Culture Department". Star of Mysore. Retrieved 26 June 2026.
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