Karthikeya Gangeya / Thodi / Adi / Papanasam Sivan / S Sowmya

Описание: Krithi: Kartikeya Gangeya
Ragam: Thodi
Thalam: Adi
Composer: Papanasam Sivan

Vocal : Dr. S Sowmya

Dr. S. Sowmya, born on April 16, 1969, in Tamil Nadu, India, is a distinguished Carnatic vocalist renowned for her contributions to Indian classical music. Her musical journey commenced under the guidance of her father, Dr. Srinivasan, and was further enriched through tutelage from esteemed mentors such as Dr. S. Ramanathan and Smt. T. Muktha. In addition to her musical prowess, Dr. Sowmya boasts impressive academic credentials. She holds master's degrees in both Chemistry and Indian Music and earned her Ph.D. from the University of Madras in 2012, focusing her research on the physical characteristics of the mridangam, a traditional percussion instrument. Dr. Sowmya's career is marked by numerous accolades and significant positions. In 2019, she was honored with the prestigious Sangeetha Kalanidhi title by the Madras Music Academy, followed by the Isai Perarignar award from the Tamil Isai Sangam in 2022. Demonstrating her commitment to the advancement of fine arts education, she was appointed Vice Chancellor of the Tamil Nadu Dr. J Jayalalithaa Music & Fine Arts University on April 8, 2022, for a three-year term. Her performance career is both extensive and international. Dr. Sowmya made her concert debut at the age of 11 and has since graced major venues across India and worldwide. Beyond performing, she co-founded Carnatica in 1998, an institution dedicated to classical music and dance instruction, archival, and talent search. She serves as a visiting professor at the Advanced School of Carnatic Music of the Music Academy Madras and has been a member of the academic council of the Tamil Nadu Music & Fine Arts University. Dr. S. Sowmya's multifaceted contributions as a performer, educator, and scholar have significantly enriched the realm of Carnatic music, inspiring audiences and students alike.

Violin: Dr. M Narmadha
Mridangam: Neyveli R Narayanan
Ghadam: Udupi Sridhar
Morsing: Payyanur T Govindaprasad

This composition is a powerful and poetic expression of devotion, surrender, and longing for a divine connection with Lord Muruga. It celebrates his divine qualities, sacred abodes, and the boundless blessings he bestows upon his devotees. The composer reveres Muruga as the compassionate son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, who is worshipped in many sacred temples such as Thenparankundram, Swamimalai, Pazhani, and others. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt praise, the song portrays Muruga as the destroyer of evil, the upholder of dharma, and the embodiment of grace and valor.

Pallavi
Karthikeya Gangeya gowri thanaya
karunalaya arul thiru

Anupallavi
Keerthi meya thenparankunru thiru
sendil pazhani swamimalai melum valar

Charanam 1
Kunruthorum azhagar koyil thanilum
kunjariyum kurakkodiyum thazhuvutin
Kunram anaiya eeraaru tholgalodu
kunjaramena ulavum saravanabhava ( Karthi)

Charanam 2
Malmaruga shanmuga muruga guha
mahapathiyum vidhiyum thozhum
Matanga vadana Sahodara azhagaa
vel maruvum amalakara kamalaa
kurunagai thavizh arumuga
Viraivukol mayoorapari
melvaru kumaraa sooraru Samarak (Karthi)

Charanam 3
Kamaribuvin abirama sutha nin thiru
naamam maraven kurai tamadaminrit thavir
kaliyuga devathaiye - thiruvadi
kaithozhuvar nidhiye - adimaiyin
Kamam mudal pahaivaraich chidaithuk
kadakshi shadakshara ramadasan thozhum (Karthi)

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Meaning:

O Karthikeya! Son of the sacred Ganga and Goddess Gowri, you are full of compassion and divine grace.

You are gloriously present in Thenparankundram and also dwell in other sacred places like Thiruchendur (Sendil), Pazhani, and Swamimalai.

O Saravanabhava! You are worshipped in beautiful hill temples, where elephants and monkeys gather. You, with your six mighty shoulders, roam like a majestic elephant.

O tender, six-faced Muruga! Worshipped by even Shiva and Brahma, beautiful brother of Ganesha, you hold the divine spear, shining like a spotless lotus. You smile with grace and swiftly ride your peacock into battle, triumphing over the demon Soorapadman.

O son of divine Abhirami, I will never forget your sacred name that removes all suffering. You are the savior in this age of Kali, the treasure for those who worship your feet. You destroy inner enemies like desire, bless with your compassionate glance, and are worshipped through the six-syllable mantra by your devotee Ramadasa.

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