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San Jose, California. 2024

Enraptured by the ethereal essence encapsulated within the Bhairavi varnam, a magnum opus bestowed upon the world by the revered Tanjore Quartet, Kassiyet embarked upon a journey of artistic exploration. Collaborating intimately with the esteemed mentor, Dr. Anita Ratnam, they meticulously crafted a choreographic rendition that paid homage to the varnam's profound musicality.

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With unwavering dedication and under the sagacious tutelage of Dr. Ratnam, each movement was imbued with nuance and depth, resulting in a work that resonated with the essence of the varnam. The audio recording, meticulously curated by the esteemed California-based singer, Asha Ramesh, stands as a testament to the symbiotic fusion of tradition and innovation, a testament to the passion and craftsmanship of its creators.

Credits
Artistic director: Dr. Anita R Ratnam
Movement mosaic: Dr. Anita R Ratnam
Choreography: Kassiyet
Dancer: Kassiyet
Music composition and audio recording | 2024
Music re-arrangement & vocal: Asha Ramesh, San Jose, USA
Nattuvangam: Guru Bharadwaaj, Chennai, India
Jathi composition: Guru Bharadwaaj, Chennai, India
Flute: Srivatsa Pasumarthi, San Jose, USA
Mridangam: Guru Bharadwaaj, Chennai, India
Kanjira: Guru Bharadwaaj, Chennai, India
Audio recording location: San Jose, USA & Chennai, India 

Audio mixing: Chennai, India

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