Category Archives: Music & Dance

different dance and musical performances from around the world

Bharata Natyam by Padma Subrahmanyam

In Praise of India: Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam performs Bharata Natyam “Amma is symbol of spirituality. India has a lot to give to this world, and Amma is doing that. God has given us this human form for a very special … Continue reading

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Performances: Sri. Jagjit Singh’s Bhajans

Sri. Jagjit Singh’s Bhajans Begin the Morning of Amma’s Birthday 27 September 2003 Not long after the sun rose on the morning of Amma’s Birthday, the distinctive bassy voice of Sri. Jagjit Singh drew the massive crowd into a devotional … Continue reading

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The Enchanting Flute of Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia

When the compere introduced Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia, the audience quietened in expectation of a musical journey to Sri Krishna’s haunts in Vrindavan, so sublime is his playing known to be. Recipient of many awards including the Padmabhushan, Pt. Hariprasad’s ensemble … Continue reading

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Melodious on Sitar by Debu Chauderi

Good Morning, Amma! The day starts as any in all lands on this planet. The sun starts its climb upwards into the sky from the eastern horizon, interrupting the sleepy world. A certain rhythm, an energetic of morning is felt … Continue reading

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Carvajales Flamenco dance

Flamenco for Amma As Amma gave darshan to thousands on the evening of 26 Septmeber, Amma’s children got to experience the vibrant and emotional expression of the Carvajales flamenco dance troupe. The dance troupe from Spain consists of musicians with … Continue reading

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The Buddha teased, the Lion danced

Lion Dances for Amma 26 September 2003 Once again, two lions danced for Amma. Even though treated to a preview of the Malaysian performance at Amritapuri last week, it did not prepare devotees for the beauty, acrobatic skill, and expressive … Continue reading

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Layasangamam Shows the Way to Peace and Harmony

Layasangamam, as the name suggests, was a harmonious confluence of music belonging to the eastern and western parts of the world. Led by the young and talented Shri. Karunamoorthy on thavil, the group of musicians featured other renowned names in … Continue reading

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Spreading Joy Through Dance

Spreading Joy Through Dance The reggae bhajan group from the U.S.A., led by Sulma, one of Amma’s American daughters, bridged many cultures. The group is a large one with electric guitars, tabla, snare drums, saxophone, harmonium and lots of singers … Continue reading

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Performances: Tewa

Tewa Native American Dancers The Native American dance troupe known as the Tewa Dancers From the North, from New Mexico, U.S.A. performed for Amma on the main stage on the evening of the 25th. Their dance is considered a prayer … Continue reading

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Performances: Kanniarkal & Velakali

Traditional Kerala Art Forms Delight Audience 25 September 2003 A treat was in store for dance fans early in the morning on the second day of Amritavarsham50. Two of Kerala’s traditional dance forms were performed by two different Malayali troupes. … Continue reading

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