| Carnatic music exponent from Andhra, Bhavaraju Lakshmi Her father commuted for two hours from Srikakulam to Visakhapatnam to help her pursue music every week. That was 10 years back," she says. "Pune is a hub of culture, art and all things traditional. They understand Carnatic music and are keen listeners," she says. Lakshmi has been under the guidance of the vocals and violin maestro ever since. The 23-year-old MBA student is now an All India Radio B High Grade artist and an exponent in Carnatic music. Is it difficult for the young artist to pursue academics and studies together? "I have seen my father work hard for my music and my brother's studies. She began her music lessons at the age of seven and has come a long way since then. Awards act as an added bonus to my hard work," shares Lakshmi. However, she feels that "music will always have an edge over any other passion in her life. Lakshmi's hard work and dedication to the art form has brought her accolades from far and wide. Music is my passion and it is necessary to have an academic qualification to survive in today's society," she reasons. Though her kitty is full with awards, she still has the zeal of a first-time performer in her. I always look up to the audience here. I would never want to let him down. Lakshmi will be accompanied by violinist P Gyandev and mridangam player P Jayadev. She is "looking forward to visiting the city of culture and tradition," as she fondly addresses Pune. "With my never-die attitude, I always strive for the best and work towards it. |
Friday, 13 April 2012
Carnatic music exponent from Andhra, Bhavaraju Lakshmi
