Kerala, known as the land of diverse cultures and rich artistic traditions, has produced several eminent composers whose compositions have enriched the musical heritage of South India. While Kerala's classical music tradition is primarily rooted in Carnatic music, there are also unique regional forms such as Sopana Sangeetham and Nadan Pattu.

Irayimman Thampi was a prominent composer and poet who served as the court musician of the kingdom of Travancore during the early 19th century. He is best known for his compositions in the Kathakali tradition, including padams (lyrical songs) and slokas (verses) that are sung during Kathakali performances. Thampi's compositions are characterized by their poetic beauty, emotional depth, and evocative imagery, making them integral to the Kathakali repertoire.
M D Ramanathan was a highly respected Carnatic musician and composer from South India. He was known for his exceptional vocal skills, deep understanding of Carnatic music, and contributions to the art form. While he was primarily renowned as a vocalist, he also composed several compositions in various ragas.

Learn 2 beautiful compositions taught by Prince Rama Varma in the Acharyanet Summer Camp 2022. The lyrics to the songs can be found here. The songs taught were:

-Parakelanayya - Mohanam - Roopakam - MD Ramanathan
-Karuna cheyvan - Yadukulkambhodhi - Irayumman Thampi

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