Fire Museum Presents: Akkarai Sisters
Co-presented with Penn Arts & Sciences South Asia Center & Sruti
The Akkarai Sisters, S Subhalakshmi and S Sornalatha, are among India’s most distinguished musicians today. Hailing from a family with a rich musical background and having learnt under illustrious gurus, they hold the unique distinction of being amongst the foremost artistes in the field as both vocal & violin duelists, as well as accompanists for many eminent musicians.
The Akkarai Sisters are amongst the most celebrated names in Carnatic music. Their music have taken them to every corner of India and every part of the world. They have released numerous albums, debuting with Subhalakshmi’s unprecedented ‘Abhishta Varada’, featuring her vocals recorded over with her own violin accompaniment at age 15. The sisters have also carried forward the family’s legacy of imparting Carnatic music to several disciples, many of whom are skillful performing artistes themselves.
The Akkarai Sisters will be accompanied by K. U. Jayachandra Rao on mridangam.
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