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The Art of Konnakkol now available on Lulu.com |
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 To purchase the Art of Konnakkol, please visit http://stores.lulu.com/lalithpublishers
The Art of Konnakkol is an authoritative text on the rich tradition of performing the rhythmic spoken syllables (solkattu) of South Indian drumming. Master percussionist Trichy Sankaran has created a complete guide to this dynamic spoken art form. The principal rhythmic concepts of Karnatak (South Indian classical) music are outlined, explained and demonstrated in detail - including mora (rhythmic cadence), korvai (binary rhythmic composition) and koraippu (reduction form). This book and its accompanying CD contain a wealth of rhythmic information, including examples from Sankaran’s own body of recorded work, including his albums Laya Vinyas and Catch 21. Musicians and artists from many backgrounds (and with different levels of experience) can benefit from the study of konnakkol - percussionists, vocalists, instrumentalists, music teachers, composers, dancers, and anyone seeking a greater understanding of rhythm and musical time. |
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Muriel Sherrin Award for international achievement in music |
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Thursday, October 20, 2011
Professor Trichy Sankaran was awarded the Muriel Sherrin Award for international achievement in music at the 2011 Toronto Arts Foundation awards ceremony, held as part of the sixth annual Mayor’s Arts Awards lunch.
New music pioneer Trichy Sankaran, whose work is known for bridging the traditions of India and the West, took the $10,000 Muriel Sherrin Award for international achievement in music. Link
The Muriel Sherrin Award for international achievement in music, worth $10,000, went to artist, composer and educator Trichy Sankaran (fellow finalists were pianist and music director Andrew Burashko and singer-songwriter Rita Chiarelli). Link |
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Finalists Announced for 2011 Toronto Arts Foundation Awards |
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August 17, 2011 Today, Toronto Arts Foundation (TAF) announced the fifteen finalists for the 2011 Toronto Arts Foundation Awards, celebrating those individuals and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to Toronto’s vibrant artistic and cultural life.
This year's nominees were chosen by a stellar multi-disciplinary jury which included Peter Chin, Simon Foster, Maureen Hynes, Shannon Litzenberger, Charles Reeve, Sonia Sakamoto-Jog, Jini Stolk, Jordan Tannahill and Jennifer Waring. Winners of the 2011 Toronto Arts Foundation Awards will be announced on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at the Mayor‟s Arts Awards Lunch.
2011 Toronto Arts Foundation Awards Finalists
Muriel Sherrin Award for International Achievement in Music finalists:
Andrew Burashko, Rita Chiarelli, and Trichy Sankaran. A $10,000 cash prize presented to an artist or creator who has made a contribution to the cultural life of Toronto through outstanding achievement in music. The recipient will also have participated in international initiatives, including touring, studying abroad and participating in artist exchanges.
Finalists Announced for 2011 Toronto Arts Foundation Awards
On August 17th, Toronto Arts Foundation (TAF) announced the finalists for the 2011 Toronto Arts Foundation Awards, celebrating those individuals and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to Toronto’s vibrant artistic and cultural life.
TRICHY SANKARAN, international artist, composer, educator, and cultural ambassador, has been named a finalist for this year’s Muriel Sherrin Award.
A $10,000 cash prize presented to an artist or creator who has made a contribution to the cultural life of Toronto through outstanding achievement in music. The recipient will also have participated in international initiatives, including touring, studying abroad and participating in artist exchanges.
Dr. Trichy Sankaran is a globally-respected artist, composer, educator, and cultural ambassador, who consistently demonstrates mastery, creativity, ingenuity, humility, and devotion. Since his professional debut at 13, Trichy Sankaran has had a prolific international performing career, appearing as a featured musician at major music festivals and cultural events in Europe, Australia, North America and Asia, including the highly celebrated World Drum concerts at Expo 86 (Vancouver), Expo 88 (Brisbane) and Expo 2000 (Hanover). As an active contributor to the music scene in Canada, he has composed a dynamic body of work that bridges the musical traditions of both India and the West. Collaborations include performances with New Music, jazz, Western Classical world fusion and internationally-recognized Carnatic and Hindustani musicians. As an Indian music scholar he has contributed to many learned societies across the globe and has authored textbooks. As an award-winning (OCUFA) professor he is held in high esteem by his students and colleagues at York University. Over the years, Prof. Sankaran has bridged Eastern and Western pedagogical styles and has influenced generations of students who have become noted performers, composers, and music educators themselves. The University of Victoria, B.C, honoured him with an Honorary Doctorate degree in music in recognition of his eminence in the field. Prof. Sankaran has closely worked with the Asian community in large measure for the success of major festivals in Toronto for the past four decades.
Winners of the 2011 Toronto Arts Foundation Awards will be announced on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at the Mayor's Arts Awards Lunch. |
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Trichy Sankaran Tribute video |
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