Keerthana Malai - 101 Keerthanaigal - Part 3 - Tamil | by Papanasam Sivan, Dr. Rukmini Ramani/ Music Book
About the Book: "Keerthana Malai – 101 Keerthanaigal – Part 3" (Tamil)
• "Keerthana Malai – 101 Keerthanaigal – Part 3" by Papanasam Sivan and Dr. Rukmini Ramani is a devotional music book that presents a carefully selected collection of 101 Tamil keerthanais. It serves as a valuable resource for students, musicians, devotees, and Carnatic music enthusiasts who wish to learn and render these timeless compositions.
• This inspiring raga book introduces readers to devotional songs composed in various Carnatic ragas, helping learners appreciate the beauty of melody, rhythm, and bhakti while deepening their understanding of South Indian classical music.
• Written in clear Tamil, this comprehensive sangeetham book preserves the musical and spiritual legacy of Papanasam Sivan, making it suitable for music students, vocalists, teachers, and devotees interested in devotional singing.
• One unique fact about Papanasam Sivan is that he is widely honoured as the "Tamil Tyagaraja" because of his immense contribution to Carnatic music. He composed more than 2,000 devotional songs, many of which continue to be performed in concerts, temples, and music festivals across the world.
• The collection features compositions dedicated to various deities, allowing singers to experience the devotional essence of Carnatic music while improving their musical understanding. This makes the volume an excellent pattu book for regular practice and devotional recitation.
• A fascinating aspect of Carnatic music is that every raga is believed to evoke a unique emotional mood (Rasa). Devotional compositions are carefully set in specific ragas to enhance spiritual expression and musical beauty. These traditional principles give the music book immense artistic and devotional significance.
• The simple presentation enables students to learn the compositions with ease while preserving the authenticity and lyrical beauty of the original works.
• Another remarkable feature of the collection is its combination of devotional literature and classical music, encouraging learners to appreciate pronunciation, lyrical meaning, and musical expression together. This thoughtful approach enriches the raga book and supports systematic learning.
• Beyond musical training, the compositions inspire devotion, discipline, cultural appreciation, and a deeper connection with Tamil devotional heritage through meaningful singing.
• More than a song collection, this pattu book preserves the extraordinary musical legacy of Papanasam Sivan while encouraging learners to continue the rich tradition of Carnatic devotional music.
• A treasured music book that continues to inspire singers and devotees through timeless keerthanais, beautiful ragas, and the enduring heritage of Tamil devotional music.
Why Choose This Book?
• Presents 101 devotional keerthanais by Papanasam Sivan in an easy-to-follow Tamil format.
• Introduces the beauty of Carnatic music through an inspiring raga book suitable for students, teachers, and musicians.
• Preserves classical devotional compositions, making it a valuable sangeetham book for music learning and devotional singing.
• Shares fascinating insights into Carnatic ragas, devotional compositions, and the musical legacy of Papanasam Sivan.
• Written in simple Tamil, making it ideal for music schools, temples, bhajan groups, and home practice.
• Makes an excellent pattu book for anyone wishing to learn, sing, and preserve the timeless tradition of Tamil devotional music.