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[naarayanan]

The Hindu Review of the Audio Launch on Sep 1st

“If you whistle, I will leave,” the maestro warned hundreds of fans who couldn’t control themselves on seeing him perform at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium during the audio launch of Gautham Vasudev Menon’s latest film Neethane En Ponvasantham.

The crowd behaved itself for the rest of the evening. Ilaiyaraja was very clear that he wanted the Hungarian National Philharmonic orchestra from Budapest to be treated with respect. “You have come for the music. Enjoy it. Don’t whistle. If you wish to show your appreciation to the musicians, clap,” he said.

The show began with an interesting documentary on Ilaiyaraja where his oldest collaborators and friends spoke about their association with him and this was intercut with singers performing some of his best songs – ‘Manram Vandha Thendralukku,’ ‘Kuzhal Oodhum Kannanukku,’ ‘Ilaya Nila,’ and ‘Padu Nilaave’.

Just when you were wondering if all the performances would be pre-recorded, the orchestra launched into a terrific medley of Ilaiyaraja hits that captured different moods — from ‘Raaja Kaiya Vecha’ to ‘Then Paandi Seemayile,’ ‘Kanmani Anbodu’ and ‘Sundari’ among others. The instrumental themes ensured the focus was on the melody of the maestro’s evergreen hits.

Standing ovation

Gautham Menon sang ‘Uravugal Thodarkathai’ before inviting the man himself on stage as the crowd rose to its feet to give him a standing ovation. Dressed in a white dhoti-kurta, he took his harmonium for a prayer as the crowd screamed. “I can’t sing if you make noise,” he said, before singing the devotional ‘Janani, Janani.’

It was after this that he gave them that ‘Whistle-and-I-leave’ ultimatum. Not many would have dared to do this and even if they did, not many would have succeeded in ensuring that the crowd actually obeyed.

Gautham asked him about the harmonium. “It’s not a mara petti (wooden box), it has life. I know only him. And only he knows me,” Ilaiyaraja said. Apparently, the harmonium was bought for Rs. 85 and he would get beaten on the knuckles if he was caught fiddling with it. “It was like a kalla-kadhalan (secret lover). I would even sleep on it.”

Next question: What’s changed as a composer in all these years, asked Gautham. “No change... I have always made sure no two songs are alike. When directors tell me they want a song like one, I tell them no song should be like another. I don't listen to directors.”

Stating that there’s magic in his voice, Gautham requested Ilaiyaraja to perform five songs unplugged for him. “I have also arranged for the lyrics, sir, in case you have forgotten,” he said.

With nothing else but his harmonium and Steve on the guitar, Ilaiyaraja sang ‘Kodai Kaala Kaatre,’ ‘Kanmaniye Kadhal Yenbadhu,’ ‘Adi Aathadi,’ ‘Oru Poongavanam’ and ‘Thendral Vandhu,’ giving the audience trivia about how those songs were recorded.

Santhanam, who was called to introduce the first song from the album ‘Pudikala Maamu’, said he once sang a Telugu composition by Ilaiyaraja to woo a Telugu girl through her window since he didn’t know the language only to have her father sing the next paragraph from the other side. “You love and blame me,” laughed Ilaiyaraja.

Suraj Jagan and Karthik performed the rockish ‘Pudikala Maamu’ before Suriya came on to introduce ‘Kaatrai Konjam.’ Sunitha Sarathy performed the pathos-filled ‘Neethaane En Ponvasantham’. Later, Ramya NSK, granddaughter of N.S. Krishnan, joined Yuvan Shankar Raja for ‘Saayndhu Saayndhu.’

The live performances of songs from Neethane En Ponvasantham were only a bonus as the crowd heard the best of filmmakers talk about the genius of Ilaiyaraja and first- hand accounts of the maestro came up with tunes of a whole movie within minutes. Thirty-five minutes for all songs of Chinna Thambi, said P. Vaasu. 40 minutes for 9 songs from Chembaruthi. (see box for the Best of Ilaiyaraja songs they picked).

Lyricist Na Muthukumar said he cherished the eight days he spent writing the songs for Ilaiyaraja. The heroine of the film, Samantha, said that the role of Nithya Vasudevan was a journey of a lifetime, introducing ‘Satru Munbu’ performed by Ramya.

“This film will take me from wine shop to coffee shop, from Royapuram to Royapettah,” said Jiiva, before introducing ‘Pengal Endral’ sung by Yuvan Shankar Raja. Karthik sang ‘Ennodu Va Va’ before Ilaiyaraja joined the orchestra to perform ‘Vaanam Mella’ for the finale.

The strategy of turning an audio launch into a full-blown celebration of Ilaiyaraja seemed to have paid off. It was an evening of nostalgia for fans. And goose bumps.

What they said: Best of Raja

Singer Karthik and guitarist Steve took on the challenge to perform any of the favourite songs requested by the VIP filmmakers present. And the duo delivered in style.

Bharathirajaa ‘Pothi Vacha Malliga Mottu’ (Mannvasanai)

Balu Mahendra ‘Thumbi Vaa’ (Olangal)

K.Balachander ‘Poongathu’ (Mudhal Mariyathai)

P.Vasu ‘Orey Naal’ (Ilamai Oonjalaadugirathu)

R.V. Udayakumar ‘Pacha Mala Poovu’ (Kizhakku Vaasal)

Sunderrajan ‘Amma Endra Azhaikaatha’ (Mannan)

Suresh Krissna ‘Valai Osai’ (Satya)

S.P.Muthuraman ‘Aasai Nooru Vagai’ (Adutha Vaarisu)

R.K. Selvamani ‘Aattama Therottama’ (Captain Prabakaran)

http://www.thehindu.com/arts/cinema/article3854443.ece

[raajarasigan]

on a side note, I got the CD from flipkart. IR autographed on the CD - "iRaiyaruL niRaiga ilAiyarAjA" :)

[pauletteyc2]

Any one know where/how to buy ticket for Nov 3rd Canada concert?

[uzfuvebano]

is there any plan to meet at the Bangalore Raja concert on the 23rd? I would be interested to go as part of a group.

I called the contact # and they said you don't have to get tickets, it is an open ground. If you sponsor something (homam etc.) you get special seating. She asked me how many one-day passes I need, and I just threw out a number 5. She said for Rs.5000 I will get 4 one-day passes that will also get me the special seating. Anyone familiar with the layout of this venue in Basavangudi? If we are part of the regular audience (free seats) will we miss much?

Thank!

[uzfuvebano]

is there any plan to meet at the Bangalore Raja concert on the 23rd? I would be interested to go as part of a group.

I called the contact # and they said you don't have to get tickets, it is an open ground. If you sponsor something (homam etc.) you get special seating. She asked me how many one-day passes I need, and I just threw out a number 5. She said for Rs.5000 I will get 4 one-day passes that will also get me the special seating. Anyone familiar with the layout of this venue in Basavangudi? If we are part of the regular audience (free seats) will we miss much?

Thank!

by the way the records show my join date as Jan 2012 and this as my first post, but I used to be quite active in 1999/early 2000s under the name tigger. I kind of drifted away from posting after that, but I still have the same passion for Raja's music. I moved to Bangalore this year after all these years in the US.

[groucho070]

Hoping they will show the concert soon here on TV. Public holiday next monday (which also happens to be...oh well...) hope they do.

[raajarasigan]

Welcome back tigger :D Have a pleasant stay!!

[uzfuvebano]

Welcome back tigger :D Have a pleasant stay!!

Thanks! nice to be back :)

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

Vijay TV is the media partner for Canada concert. Good! Also some new pics in their facebook page! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Trinity-Events/212526588875765

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[app_engine]

Old concert - new review by a non-IRF (http://www.giriblog.com/2012/09/endrendrum-raja.html)

[Sureshs65]

tigger,

Welcome. I am planning to go to the concert with my family. Yes, it is a free concert but if you donate you get seats in the front. I have taken that option since I need to take my family.

I am not sure if we can meet that day but I am also in Bangalore and we do keep meeting once in a while. KV, NagaS and I are here as well as a couple of more folks who aren't active here. PM me your contact and we can keep in touch.

[naarayanan]

http://youtu.be/V66bLiWUG7o

http://youtu.be/3PLxsFdjo5Q

http://youtu.be/Ri5vEW6LLhw

http://youtu.be/1kEBDEzHHZ4

[naarayanan]

http://youtu.be/rHidYlxsooQ

http://youtu.be/ixY7DXDh4vU

[naarayanan]

Full video

http://youtu.be/EOfjDak9np4

[skr]

Booked bus ticket to go to Bangalore
Raja Sir here i come :)
Excited coz first time gonna witness Non Tamil songs too , and i heard the sound system there is fabulous ..Expecting a wonderful show ..

[kameshratnam]

Thanks twitter ID SP_REEVES

Ilayaraaja Sir Bangalore Concert Updates

"I have come here for Ganesha seve and to see you all, not you to see me"... Ilaiyaraaja asked the stage manager to turn down the lights on him and focus on the audience! His humility is outstanding!

first song Amma Amma kannada song of raja! Raja in Harmonium and @rajheshvaidhya5 in veena

2nd sng Janani Janani

Raja requested not 2 make noice. Yuvan, karthik raja, premje amaran in first row. Raja told he has come to see fans.

Vijay prakash for nan kadaval om shiva om song.

Haricharan for kannada sng aakashadinda jaari

Raja talking about G.K.Venkatesh. Mentioned him as guru.

Mano sir for mysore maliga kannada song film Bangarada manusha, #IRBLR GK.Venkatesh's music.

Vajay prakash thanking raja sir for his pressence. Vijay yesudas 4 yeha padal ondre in kannada as hey kavitha nanu

Mano for ialaya nila. Raja told Priya songs was composed in Bangalore lal bagh and cubbon park.

Eantha soundrya nodu kan sng by vijay prakash film dari thapida magha. Produced by thagarajan, prashanth father

Yaraga aata kan sng in andi mazhai orchastration, wha its different

Vijay yesudas for mudupani. Ean ianaya pon nilava

More than 25k ppl turned out for Ilayaraja concert in #bangalore today. Jam packed. Some came back with sad face. Truly a maestro!

R.D.Burman jumped in prasad studio in joy for listening prelead a kan sng

Raja kaiya vacha by yuvan

Lyricst kalyan on stage. Raja for sihigali biggest hit kan sng. Film Ha dinagalu

Sihi gali was composed for visual, it was nt pretuned raja told. Hero hero kan song by vijay yesudas.

Mano for oh priya priya telugu film Gethanjali.

[KV]

F.A.B.U.L.O.U.S :bow: :bow:

[csramasami]

Just for record purpose, producing below the List of Orchestral Members from London who performed for NEPV audio release at Chennai. (names as shown in the Jaya TV credit titles in the end)

London Orchestra Members
for NEPV Programme at Chennai - 01-Sep-12

1 Mr Nicholas Edmund Frederic Newland
2 Mr Edward Jonathan Mills
3 Mrs Kirby Anne Hall

4 Mr Daniel Tomas de Souza
5 Mr Stuart Robert Bruce
6 Miss Victoria Louise rule
7 Mr Edward Charles Lucas
8 Mr Richard William Knights
9 Mr Lazlo Attila
10 Miss Melissa Kathleen Brown
11 Mr Lattman Bela
12 Miss Caroline Harden Wolfson
13 Mr Nagy Janos
14 Mr Benjamin Philip Hartley
15 Miss Emma Basset
16 Mr Joseph Daniel Terence de-Fry
17 Mr Damiel Seymour Burrowes
18 Miss Amelia Jones
19 Miss Aisling Marie Manning
20 Mr George Leo Cliffard
21 Mr Patrick Tapio Johnson
22 Mr Hendry Charles Frederick Salmon
23 Miss Willemijn Petronella Steenbakkers
24 Miss Nichola Jane Enderby
25 Miss Frederique Sophie Legrand
26 Mr Thomas Leate
27 Miss Paulina Ewa Pluta
28 Miss Johanna Catherine McWeeny
29 Miss Flavia Hirte
30 Miss Anna Christine Michel
31 Miss Yla Elizabeth Garvie
32 Miss Mariko Helen North
33 Miss Calie Dianna Hough
34 Miss Elaine Catherine Sexton
35 Mr Oliver John Saphford
36 Miss May Robertson
37 Miss Caroline Jane Kelly
38 Miss Frances Verity Higgs
39 Mr Stephen John Pedder
40 Miss Jennifer Evelyn Coombes
41 Mr Christopher Edward Samuel Beckett
42 Miss Joanne Elizabeth Miller
43 Miss Alison Jane D’Souza
44 Miss Sally Wragg
45 Mr David Paul Cousins
46 Miss Joanne Jane Keithley
47 Miss Katie Jayne Walton
48 Miss Alice Charlotte Murray
49 Miss Rosanna Sarah Ter-Berg
50 Miss Kathleen Victoria ross
51 Miss Oliva Duque
52 Mr Adam Exton Woodward
53 Miss Charlotte Louise Webber
54 Mr Fraser Alexander James Kelman
55 Miss Jona Eveleen Dorothy Garvie
56 Miss Julia Loucks

[uzfuvebano]

Concert in Bangalore was great! the orchestra was awesome, and the songs they selected really showcased the orchestra. This was my first IR show.

He was in a really self-deprecatory mood. kept saying he is nothing, the spotlight should be on God and the audience etc.
he started out with a Kannada song, then Janani Janani. He repeated the line "Shakthi peetamum nee" at least three times, then after the song explained why he did it. I did not understand the reason though. anybody??
IR spoke in (to my ears) fluent Kannada throughout. I do not understand kannada, so others correct me if some of my statements are wrong.
He said all songs for Priya were composed in Bangalore (Lal Bagh and Cubbon park). They had the freedom to roam around freely since no one knew who they were!
"Ilaya nila" song from payanangal mudivathillai was first offered to Balu Mahendra but he did not like it, so IR offered him "En iniya pon nilave"
Mano sang Ilaya nila, Vijay Yesudas sang En iniya pon nilave

I got to meet Sureshs65 (thanks for the ticket! :)

[Nerd]

F.A.B.U.L.O.U.S :bow: :bow:
Explain

[naarayanan]

shakthi peetam is in sringeri, karnataka. maybe that's the reason.

[skr]

Loved the show ..the sound quality was fantastic ..it was totally worth coming from Chennai to attend the show ..Some of the Kannada no.s i listened for the first time and thoroughly enjoyed them ..the orchestration was just mindblowing ..It was nice of Raaja to mention the names of each and every member of the orchestra including the chorus voices ..I thot Sandhoshakke was the highlight , Jotheyale wud have been vert nostalgic for the Kannadiga crowd ..Overall a fantastic unforgettable experience ..

Hubber Attendance : skr , KV , Suresh65 , Ushatvsankar , tigger ,rajasaranam

Here's the song list :
1) Amma Endhu - Honnina Therinali (Kannada Devotional Album)
2) Janani Janani - Thaai Mookambikai (Tamil)
3) Saranam Bhava - Sethu (Tamil)
4) Om Sivoham - Naan Kadavul (Tamil)
5) Akashadinda Jaari - Janma Janma Anubandha (Kannada)
6) Idhayam Oru Kovil - Idhaya Kovil (Tamil)
7) Mysore Mallige - Bangarada Manushya (Kannada - GKV composition)
8) Ey Kavithe - Priya (Kannada)
9) Ilaya Nila - Payanangal Mudivathillai (Tamil)
10) Enta Soundarya - Maathu Thappada Maga (Kannada)
11) Yaari Gaagi - Bharjari Beate (Kannada)
12) En Iniya Pon Nilave - Moodupani (Tamil)
13) Raja Kaiya Vacha - Apoorva Sagotharargal (Tamil)
14) Sihigaali - Aa Dinagalu (Kannada)
15) Hero Hero - Ajeya (Kannada)
16) O Priya Priya - Geethanjali (Telugu)
17) Sandhoshakke - Geetha (Kannada)
18) Naguva Nayana - Pallavi Anupallavi (Kannada)
19) Aye Zindagi - Sadma (Hindi)
20) Omkara - Nammoora Mandhara Hoove (Kannada)
21) Jotheyale - Geetha (Kannada)
22) Botany - Shiva (Telugu)
23) Nanna Nennu Gellalare - Nee Nanna Gellalarae (Kannada)
24) Yaare Koogadali - Sampathige Savaal (Kannada - GKV composition)
25) Naan Thedum - Dharma Pathini (Tamil)
26) Solpa Soundu - Suryakanti (Kannada)
27) Gannapanna - Prem Kahani (Kannada)

[skr]

Some interesting titbits of yesterdays concert :
-> Raaja sir performed 2 songs of his guru G K Venkatesh ..
-> Before Hey Paadal Ondru song from Priya , Vijay Prakash introduced it as a Raga based song ..Raja asked Rajesh Vaidya what raga it was , he said it was Kaapi and he played a small line in Kaapi Ragam ..After he finished playing ,Raja said he is one of Rajesh Vaidya's biggest fans.
-> Maestro said he composed all songs of Priya in Kubban Park and Lalbagh.
-> After En Iniya Pon Nilave song was rendered , Raaja showcased the xerox copy of the notes written by him ..It was composed on 22nd Jan 1980 at 7:03 AM.
-> He mentioned that Ilaya Nila was actually composed for Moodupani but Balu Mahendra rejected and hence was born En Iniya Pon Nilave ..He mentioned this in the conclave event too ..
-> Aye Zindagi was supposed to start at 1 pm , but due to the delay in another song by Asha Bhosle ,it became 5pm and only then Raja started writing this song and the entire composition was written and recorded by 1030 pm .. This was to highlight the brilliance of the orchestra and how soon the entire song was composed.
-> It was very nice of Raja to mention the names of each and every member of the orchestra including all the chorus singers..
The biggest sore point of the show was that i beleive some fans irritated Raja a lot and kept shouting despite his warnings and that made him leave the stage 20 mins before (4 songs) the actual show came to an end ..It was disappointing not to see the Maestro when the show ended especially since he was the centrepoint..But overall , very happy that i attended the show , it was a sumptuous musical fiesta given by Raaja and his team ..It was a truly exhilerating musical experience ..

KV/Suresh ,
Request you guys to translate those interesting portions in which Raaja spoke in Kannada :) He did say something about R D Burman too ..Please do share all of that.

[raaga_kann]

Raaja’s concert in Bangalore after a gap of almost 33 years! Yes – I remember his musical show way back in 1978 or 1979 (When Orampo song was making the rounds before the release of the film. In that show, Orampo song was performed). That show was performed in Shivajinagar Government school grounds with Gangai Amaran accompanying Raaja. Only Tamil Songs were performed during that show. Raaja had not done a single Kannada film at that time. Now – What a contrast! The National college grounds was jam packed with fans (devotees) belonging to all languages. Raaja conducted the entire show with his lovable Kannada diction. Stunning performance by the orchestra – I never expected such a quality in an open ground.

The show started a little late (because of the organizers and not Raaja). When BJP Stalwart Mr. Ananth Kumar’s came to the stage, the entire audience was terrified. But luckily he concluded his speech (which was centric around Raaja) within 5 minutes. Few more blah-blahs followed. Then the moment of the day - A brief musical piece by the orchestra was followed by GOD’s entry - A standing ovation by the strong crowd – Raaja accepts the applause with his usual style (Saluting the crowd).

Raaja for a change started the day with his 1981 Kannada devotional beauty on Moogambika – “Amma endhu koogidharae…”. Clean rendition by Raaja with the orchestra being better than the original. (Rajesh Vaidya was a surprise inclusion and Puru’s absence was a notable exclusion).

This was followed by Raaja’s anthem – Janani Janani. Raaja had few problems in singing the song probably due to the noise from the crowd. After the song he appealed to the fans to maintain silence and enjoy the show. Then he was back to his usual ways of communicating with the crowd. He quipped that the entire lighting was being focused on him and the audience were in the dark. “I have come here to see you. But you are in the dark”. He even requested to switch of one of the lights that was facing the stage.

There was a small Guru vandhanam by female chorus. This was followed by the thunder – Om Shivoham by the local boy Vijay Prakash. The orchestra was spot on. The male singers in Coat Suite rendering the powerful hymns in the song was an amusing sight.

Aakashadinda jaari – The folkish musical innocence of Raaja’s 80s was a treat. The chorus portion was amazing. (This song was used by Raaja in the Tamil film Vellaiya Thevan. Song – Vaanathil irundhu)

Idayam Oru Koil – Repeat of Endrendrum Raaja show

Baa Baa Mysore Malligae – This was from the blockbuster film – Bangaradha Manushya, with music by G.K.Venkatesh. Raaja praised GKV and also mentioned that he was his Guru. He also recalled the composing sessions of the songs for the film at a guest house in Doddaballapur. If you hear the songs of this film, you can clearly make out who is behind the orchestration of these songs – Complete Raajaish orchestra! Though Raaja mentioned that this tune is of GKV’s, I still have a doubt. He had used the same tune in the Tamil film Aduthathu Albert (Vaa vaa mysore malliyae…).

Priya – O Paadal ondru song’s Kannada version was sung by Vijay Yesudas. A replica of the original. Raaja mentioned that all the songs for the film were composed in Bangalore (Lalbagh)

Ilaya Nila – Mano sung the song. Sada’s guitar portions were fantastic. Raaja conveyed that this song was rejected by Balu Mahendra for his film Moodupani (En eniya pon nilave was the replacemen)

Entha Soundarya – Maathu thappadha maga – This was the first Kannada film for Raaja. Produced by Prashanth’s father Thygarajan. He conveyed that though he does not belongs to this bhoomi, his mother (Moogambika) is from this bhoomi. Sung by Vijay Prakash, Sathyan and Velmurugan, the song took us to the 70s

Yaarigagi Nota – The orchestra was stunning. Raaja recalled an important incident. When this song was being recorded, R.DBurman who had been to Prasad Studios could not control his emotions. He just bounced to the wall when the prelude was played. Raaja again played the piece where RDB could not control himself. RDB praised that this music is 10 years ahead. No big news for us! This song was again used by Raaja in Tamil film “Andha oru nimidam”

En Iniya Pon – By Vijay Yesudas

Raaja Kaiya Vacha – By Yuvan. He missed out in couple of occasions.

Sihi Gaali – Magic of 2007 from the film Aa Dinagalu.

Hero Hero – From the film Ajeya. Originally sung by Yesudas. Vijay Yesudas sung the song and had problems in rendering the fast lyrics. Enna oru Thullal indha paadalil

O Priya Priya – First telugu song of the day from the film Geethanjali. Mano who had sung the Tamil version rendered this song beautifully. The second interlude was amazing

Santhoshakke – From the evergreen film “Geetha”. Sathyan set the stage on fire with this foot-tapping song. He started the song with the famous phrase “Listen to the fabulous music by your Sanjay Maestro..”. Raaja mentioned about Shankar Nag who was a ardent fan of Raaja

Naguva Nayana – Pallavi Anu Pallavi. Raaja mentioned about Balu Mahendra introducing this director. He had never given importance to who was the director or artiste of the film. For him all directors were equal. That was the reason he was able to deliver such gems like Naguva Nayana

Yeh Zindagi – What an usage of violins! In those Northies were bowled over by the new sounds created by Raaja. Vijay Prakash just messed it up and was nowhere near Suresh Wadekar’s smooth rendition. Raaja recalled the recording of Sadma songs. The song recording was in Mumbai. Two songs were supposed to be completed in one day. Due to Asha Bhonsle’s slowness in coming in terms with Raaja’s song, the first song was completed by 5:30 PM. Yeh Zindagi was composed and completed from 5:30 to 10:30 PM the same day

Om Karadhi – Classic from Nammoora Mandhara Hoove. Swetha was fantastic. Raaja’s voice was little tired

Jotheyalli – Evergreen composition of Raaja. Even today no orchestra in Bangalore is complete without this song. Vijay Prakash took special permission from Raaja for the crowd to roar before the song starts as he himself was unable to control his emotions! Sathyan sang the first interlude portion.

Botany Paatamundhi – From Telugu film Shiva. The rhythm and guitar pieces in the song stands out

Nanna Neenu Gellarae – Vijay Prakash tried to sing in Rajkumar’s voice. This was the first and the only film of Rajkumar for which Raaja composed music. Raaja recalled how he was also one of the reasons for Rajkumar becoming a singer. As most of you are familiar about this, I am skipping this

Yaare Koogadali – First song sung by Rajkumar under GKV’s music. Sung by Mano

Naan Thedum – Raaja and Swetha sung this must-hear song of Raaja’s any musical show

At this juncture, the organizer came to Raaja and conveyed something. I could guess that it was the time factor. It was already beyond 11 PM. Permission for performing beyond 11 PM in a public place would have been a problem. Immediately the program was cut short. Earlier it was announced that Gum Sum Gum (Paa) will be played. But immediately after this intervention, they played the last two songs planned for the show. Raaja conveyed that he had specially composed a song for the Ganesh Utsav, which will be played after the next song. And immediately left the stage!

Swalpa Sound-u – From the film SuryaKanthi was sung by Anitha and Sathyan (Original song was sung by Raaja). Hearing the orchestra perform this difficult composition, I am now searching for the CD to give a fresh hearing.

And finally the Ganesha song – It was the same Hododonae from the film PremKahani. The lyrics was rewritten praising Lord Ganesha.

An eventful memorable evening came to a sudden end!

[kameshratnam]

Message from one of the Event coordinators for the Toronto Concert - Arun Viswa

Arun K Viswa
hi ,,i think u all know that maestro is going to do a concert in toronto on nov 3rd(i am part of the creative team),,vijay tv is going to telecast this mega concert which is going to be one of the best shows of raja sir,,we are preparing songs list and i thought of sharing this with u,,i want u to give me ur list of 50 songs which u think raja sir and his musicians should perform it on live,,it doesnt matter who is the singer of that song(and pls try to avoid very rare songs),,waiting for ur response,,u can even mail me at arun.feb25@gmail.com

[kameshratnam]

Raja Sir Schedule

Toronto Concert

Nov 3, 2012

SFO - NOV 4, 2012 - CONFIRMED - although it is the next day

Philadelphia - Nov 9, 2012

thanks to arun viswa

[Sureshs65]

raga_kann,

Superb writeup. You have summarized the show perfectly. I was unable to be around till the end. I was there till the 'Santoshakke' song. And you have highlighted all the important points.

Was a wonderful show. Orchestra was the highlight. Most of the singers did a good job. The chorus infact was outstanding. Rajesh Vaidya was given lot of prominence with Raja himself speaking about him. "He and veena are not separate". Mano, unfortunately, struggled in the 'ilaya nila' song, especially during the charanams. He had trouble keeping the pace intact.

Really wish I was there till the end. The song selection was spot on. And raga_kann you _must_ hear 'Swalpa Soundu' again. Rajasaranam and I have been major advocates of this song here as well as in twitter. It is an outstanding song. Very complex beat.

There are still so many more outstanding numbers of Raja in Kannada that he can hold some more shows without repeating any Kannada song.

[kameshratnam]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iq-5-oaHdeA&feature=youtu.be

[KV]

Message from one of the Event coordinators for the Toronto Concert - Arun Viswa

Arun K Viswa
hi ,,i think u all know that maestro is going to do a concert in toronto on nov 3rd(i am part of the creative team),,vijay tv is going to telecast this mega concert which is going to be one of the best shows of raja sir,,we are preparing songs list and i thought of sharing this with u,,i want u to give me ur list of 50 songs which u think raja sir and his musicians should perform it on live,,it doesnt matter who is the singer of that song(and pls try to avoid very rare songs),,waiting for ur response,,u can even mail me at arun.feb25@gmail.com

Isn't it a bit too late to start the song selection process now? :roll:
Anyway, just made a quick random list of 25 songs for now.


puththam pudhu kaalai

alaigal oivadhillai



poongatru pudhidhanadhu

moonrampirai



adiyE manam nilluna

neengal kEttavai



poongathavE thaazhthiravai

nizhalgal



pani vizhum malarvanam

ninaivellaam nithya



raamanin mohanam

netrikkan



maargazhi dhaan Odi pOchu

thalabadhi



adhikaalai nErame

meendum oru kaadhal kadhai



paruva kaalangalin kanavu

moodupani



rekka katti parakkudhu

vaalmiki



poonthalir aada

panneer pushpangal



niram piriththu paarthen

time



poo pOtta dhaavani

kaakki chattai



kannil paarvai

naan kadavul



mazhai varuvadhu mayilukku

rishi moolam



kOdai kaala kaatre

panneer pushpangal



ponmEni urugudhE

moonrampirai



saamikitta solli

aavaram poo



kanavil midhakkum

eera vizhi kaaviyangal



solla solla

ellaam inba mayam



yengE sellum indha paadhai

sethu



thOttam konda raasavE

pagalil oru iravu



oru poovanathula

kazhugu



abhinayam kaatugindra

uliyin osai



valai Osai

sathya

[rajkumarc]

Raja Sir Schedule

Toronto Concert

Nov 3, 2012

SFO - NOV 4, 2012 - CONFIRMED - although it is the next day

Philadelphia - Nov 9, 2012

thanks to arun viswa

Is this really true? I was making plans to fly to Toronto but if it happens in SF that's really awesome.

[KV]

Updated list! :-D

puththam pudhu kaalai - alaigal oivadhillai
poongatru pudhidhanadhu - moonrampirai
adiyE manam nilluna - neengal kEttavai
poongathavE thaazhthiravai - nizhalgal
pani vizhum malarvanam - ninaivellaam nithya
raamanin mohanam - netrikkan
maargazhi dhaan Odi pOchu - thalabadhi
adhikaalai nErame - meendum oru kaadhal kadhai
paruva kaalangalin kanavu - moodupani
rekka katti parakkudhu - vaalmiki
poonthalir aada - panneer pushpangal
niram piriththu paarthen - time
poo pOtta dhaavani - kaakki chattai
kannil paarvai - naan kadavul
mazhai varuvadhu mayilukku - rishi moolam
kOdai kaala kaatre - panneer pushpangal
ponmEni urugudhE - moonrampirai
saamikitta solli - aavaram poo
kanavil midhakkum - eera vizhi kaaviyangal
solla solla - ellaam inba mayam
yengE sellum indha paadhai - sethu
thOttam konda raasavE - pagalil oru iravu
oru poovanathula - kazhugu
abhinayam kaatugindra - uliyin osai
valai Osai - sathya
megam kottattum - enakkul oruvan
oru kili urugudhu - aanandha kummi
oh butterfly - meera
thom thom (moham ennum) - sindhubhairavi
kombula poova suththi - virumaandi
uravenum pudhiya - nenjaththai killaadhe
kannan vandhu paadugindraan - rettai vaal kuruvi
isaiyil thodangudhamma - hey raam
adi pennE - mullum malarum
senorita - johny
kannamaa kaadhal ennum - vanna vanna pookkal
sevvandhi poomudicha - 16 vayadhinile
idhazhil kadhai - unnaal mudiyum thambi
mottamaadi mottamaadi - anjali
ennulle ennulle - valli
raaja raaja sOzhan - rettai vaal kuruvi
Om sivOham - naan kadavul
kodiyile malliyapoo - kadalora kavidhaigal
ilavattam kaithattum - my dear marthandan
chithira sevvaanam - kaatrinile varum geetham
aasai nooru vagai - adutha vaarisu
paartha vizhi - guna
aattama thErOtamaa - captain prabhakaran
vaanengum thanga - moonrampirai
thanni karuththiruchu - ilamai oonjal aadugirathu

[skr]

Rajkumar ,
California is still not confirmed ..However i heard that will be in a much smaller scale compared to the one in Canada ..The Canada one is really huge ..

Regarding the songs , please do post your choices and i will pass on the info to Arun ..
Some more news from Arun - lot of things to share :) :) but this will be the best show ever !!! pure treat for all raja sir fans,,,as of now i can tell u,apart from the concert vijay tv is going to telecast 10 more prelude episodes on raja sir s music(1 hour episodes on prime time) ..Note this will be related to the concert ..
spb,jesudas,mano,chitra,hariharan,sadhana sargam,karthik,haricharan,,bela shinde,manjari,vijay jesdas,pavatharani,karthikraja,yuvan and raja sir!!!! (almost most of them have signed )

I posted my suggestion to him :
I feel it will be good if the songs chosen are theme based ..for eg 5 songs to showcase the grandeur of the orchestra such as Sundari Kannal , Sattru Munbu etc , 5 songs which are totally accoustic delights , 5 numbers exclusively based on Carnatic style , 5 songs potraying his brilliance in WCM , 5 songs which highlight a singers potential for eg Sangeetha Jaathi Mullai , Vedham Anuvilum etc , 5 other language popular songs like Thumbi Vaa , Jotheyale , 5 rare songs which are excellent but unfortunately not known to many ..Eg Eera Vizhi Kaaviyangal , Vandhaale Allipoo , Margazhi Madham ..I feel a good anchor can talk about the brilliance of these compositions invoking the audience curiosity , 5 songs from his non film albums ..Additionally there can be some medley of some of his best interludes/BGM's and as a bonus a special Raja song composed exclusively composed for the concert ..

[baroque]

:redjump:Is Raja coming to Bay Area with his gang? please confirm.

Raja's concert small scale in California ley vaa?http://www.mayyam.com/talk/images/smilies/confused2.gif
multiple languages cinema ley DISTINGUISHED COMPOSER, array of stellar albums for decades ++ !:smokesmirk:
All parts of world deserve your grace & music, Raja!
Just the other day I was telling that how therapeutic your compositions are for us!
KV songs list is AWESOME! padikkum podhey paravasamaa erukkey...appadiye non-stop aa kettundey erundha eppadi erukkum! tonight I will pamper myself with your picks! I am all smiles already..http://www.mayyam.com/talk/images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif

[app_engine]

Reco's for the Toronto concert :

Some mega hits:
1. vaLaiyOsai kalakalakalavena (sathyA)
2. enna saththam indha nEram (punnagai mannan)
3. en iniya pon nilAvE (moodupani)
4. rAkkammA kaiyaththattu (thaLabathi)
5. kAdhal Oviyam pAdum kAviyam (alaigaL Oyvathillai)
6. ninnukkOri varNam (agni natchaththiram)
7. malaikkOvil vAsalil (veerA)
8. pattukkannam thottukkOLLa ottikkoLLum (kAkki chattai)
9. poththi vachcha malliga mottu (maN vAsanai)
10. vizhiyilE malarndhadhu (bhuvana oru kELvikkuRi)

Some IOKS biggies (Toronto has majority eezhaththamizharkaL)

11. senthAzham poovil vandhAdum thenRal (muLLum malarum)
12. endhan pon vaNNamE anbuppoovaNNamE (nAn vAzha vaippEn)
13. Ayiram malarkaLE malarungaL (niRam mARAdha pookkaL)
14. engengO sellum en eNNangaL (pattAkkaththi bhairavan)
15. EdhO kanavukaL ninaivukaL manadhilE malarudhE (agal viLakku)
16. idhu oru pon mAlaippozhudhu (nizhalkaL)
17. hEy pAdal onRu (priya)
18. kaNdEn engum poomakaL nAttiyam, strictly SJ version / chithirachchevvAnam / oru vAnavil pOlE, at least one if not more (kARRinilE varum geetham)
19. vA ponmayilE nenjam Ekkaththil thavikkudhu (poonthaLir)
20. mAdhAvin kOvilil / thAlAttu piLLai uNdu thAlAttu (achchAni)
21. iLamai enum poongARRu (pagalil oru iravu)
22. kaNNan oru kaikkuzhandhai (bathrakALi)
23. kaNNE kalaimAnE (moonRAm piRai)
24. iLayanilA pozhikiRadhE / thOgai iLamayil (payaNangaL mudivadhillai)
25. thamthana namthana thALam varum / idhayam pOguthE (puthiya vArppukaL)

Some youththu / recent stuff:
26. ennaiththAlAtta varuvALO (kAdhalukku mariyAdhai)
27. rOjAppoonthOttam kAdhal vAsam (kaNNukkuL nilavu)
28. poongARRE (friends)
29. oLiyilE therivadhu dEvadhaiyA (azhagi)
30. en manavAnil siRakai adikkum (kAsi)
31. mudhal muRai pArththa gnAbagam (NEPV)
32. saRRu munbu (NEPV)
33. ennOdu vA vA enRu (NEPV)
34. vAnam mellakkeezhiRangi (NEPV)
35. jAnE dO nA / cheeni kum hai / mudhi mudhi / Adhi ushus sandhya / kunnaththE (CK/pA/PR)

[layman10]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baf76LBlKvQ&feature=youtu.be Vijay Prakash on Raja in the Blore concert. What is he saying?.

[uvowefiyas]

Reco's for the Toronto concert :

Some mega hits:
1. vaLaiyOsai kalakalakalavena (sathyA)
2. enna saththam indha nEram (punnagai mannan)
3. en iniya pon nilAvE (moodupani)
4. rAkkammA kaiyaththattu (thaLabathi)
5. kAdhal Oviyam pAdum kAviyam (alaigaL Oyvathillai)
6. ninnukkOri varNam (agni natchaththiram)
7. malaikkOvil vAsalil (veerA)
8. pattukkannam thottukkOLLa ottikkoLLum (kAkki chattai)
9. poththi vachcha malliga mottu (maN vAsanai)
10. vizhiyilE malarndhadhu (bhuvana oru kELvikkuRi)

Some IOKS biggies (Toronto has majority eezhaththamizharkaL)

11. senthAzham poovil vandhAdum thenRal (muLLum malarum)
12. endhan pon vaNNamE anbuppoovaNNamE (nAn vAzha vaippEn)
13. Ayiram malarkaLE malarungaL (niRam mARAdha pookkaL)
14. engengO sellum en eNNangaL (pattAkkaththi bhairavan)
15. EdhO kanavukaL ninaivukaL manadhilE malarudhE (agal viLakku)
16. idhu oru pon mAlaippozhudhu (nizhalkaL)
17. hEy pAdal onRu (priya)
18. kaNdEn engum poomakaL nAttiyam, strictly SJ version / chithirachchevvAnam / oru vAnavil pOlE, at least one if not more (kARRinilE varum geetham)
19. vA ponmayilE nenjam Ekkaththil thavikkudhu (poonthaLir)
20. mAdhAvin kOvilil / thAlAttu piLLai uNdu thAlAttu (achchAni)
21. iLamai enum poongARRu (pagalil oru iravu)
22. kaNNan oru kaikkuzhandhai (bathrakALi)
23. kaNNE kalaimAnE (moonRAm piRai)
24. iLayanilA pozhikiRadhE / thOgai iLamayil (payaNangaL mudivadhillai)
25. thamthana namthana thALam varum / idhayam pOguthE (puthiya vArppukaL)

Some youththu / recent stuff:
26. ennaiththAlAtta varuvALO (kAdhalukku mariyAdhai)
27. rOjAppoonthOttam kAdhal vAsam (kaNNukkuL nilavu)
28. poongARRE (friends)
29. oLiyilE therivadhu dEvadhaiyA (azhagi)
30. en manavAnil siRakai adikkum (kAsi)
31. mudhal muRai pArththa gnAbagam (NEPV)
32. saRRu munbu (NEPV)
33. ennOdu vA vA enRu (NEPV)
34. vAnam mellakkeezhiRangi (NEPV)
35. jAnE dO nA / cheeni kum hai / mudhi mudhi / Adhi ushus sandhya / kunnaththE (CK/pA/PR)
=======================

wish list

padavanthathor gaanam --
mella mella ennai thotu --
yaar veetil roja --
megam kottatum --
poatu vaitha kaadhal thitam --
edaku mudakana sarakku --
andhiyilea vaanam --
aatama therotama --
raakamma kaiya thattu --
en gaanam kekkavillai yaarum --
oororama aathupakkam --
om siva om --
engea enthan kadhali neeya neeya yaradi--
em paatu em paatu poluthu poganum--

[Gregorysab]

Raaja’s concert in Bangalore.

Raaja conveyed that he had specially composed a song for the Ganesh Utsav, which will be played after the next song. And immediately left the stage!

And finally the Ganesha song – It was the same Hododonae from the film PremKahani. The lyrics was rewritten praising Lord Ganesha.

!

If its a rehash, what's the point of "specially composed song"?

[baroque]

Raja must have delivered the tune in different tempo or elangated the melody with new orchestration

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKNJkTn1SFw

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

Ticket

http://distilleryimage7.instagram.com/577ba2d8090611e29c2922000a1cdb0c_7.jpg

[Vinodkumar]

Ticket

http://distilleryimage7.instagram.com/577ba2d8090611e29c2922000a1cdb0c_7.jpg
Hi SKV.. Thinking of attending the concert. Did you pick up the ticket in person or was it shipped to you?

[pauletteyc2]

Is there anyway we can shorten the songs to just 1 charanam and get 100 songs from this event?

[buggle]

is irir(madan), a_e planning to attend toronto show?
I always admire irir for his involvement in IR music and the way he share with his American friends
A_E did a great writeup on the SPB-IR combo songs, so i admire him as well..
Anyway i bought tickets and will be there on Nov 3rd, so if i happened to meet you both it will be awesome...

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

Hi SKV.. Thinking of attending the concert. Did you pick up the ticket in person or was it shipped to you?

Oh man! Sorry, Thats not my ticket! I found that in Twitter and posted it here just for assurance that ticket sales is ON! Someone here was asking frequently if booking has been started, thatswhy! My bad! I shud have posted clearly

[buggle]

Oh man! Sorry, Thats not my ticket! I found that in Twitter and posted it here just for assurance that ticket sales is ON! Someone here was asking frequently if booking has been started, thatswhy! My bad! I shud have posted clearly

i bought my tickets thru ticketmaster.ca

[app_engine]

is irir(madan), a_e planning to attend toronto show?


illeenga:-(

My U.S. Visa is not current and I'll need restamping if I cross Windsor...

With many other commitments (e.g. paiyyAn in college), it's not advisable to go to Toronto consulate simbly for attending a concert :oops:

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

:fatigue: Inthaalu pesurathu Now itself Eye-Tieying. Ithukku Paarthipan taye kuduthirukkalaame


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjyR4EssoTQ

[Vinodkumar]

Oh man! Sorry, Thats not my ticket! I found that in Twitter and posted it here just for assurance that ticket sales is ON! Someone here was asking frequently if booking has been started, thatswhy! My bad! I shud have posted clearly

Np... booked mine today. This will be my first ever Raaja's concert !

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A4HSH6ICMAEBoLK.jpg:large

[KV]

No Shreya again? :evil: :hammer: :unnaaviradham: :theekulippu:

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

அது ஒரு பக்கம், ஆனா யாரெல்லாம் வர்ராங்கன்னு பாத்தீங்களா?! ஸ்னேகா, க்கோபிநாத், விவேக், பார்த்திபன்... "அது நம்மை நோக்கித்தான் வருது, எல்லாரும் பாதுகாப்பான இடத்துக்கு போய் ஒளிஞ்சிக்குங்க!"

[KV]

en manasukullayum andha beedhi heaviyya irukku!

[layman10]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6z9l8Lj3ilM&feature=youtu.be

A promo? video on Toronto concert.

What is he doing on 0:18? programming some base track?.

[KV]

nandri, layman! Why couldn't they just have played the actual audio in the clip? It'd have been darn awesome. tch...

[buggle]

no word yet on the press meet from Toronto, cmon...where is everyone?

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

no word yet on the press meet from Toronto, cmon...where is everyone?

Everyone means? Nobody is 'working' here :lol:

Follow this twitter acc to know press meet updates -> https://twitter.com/ThaalamFMLive Already few Ans posted

And see this link -> http://www.myoor.com/raja-elaiaraja-concert/

[apewenodurug]

Vanakkam,
I am a new member. Long time lurker who has enjoyed the contributions of the great Mayyam folks. I look forward to learning more from you all. I am super excited to attend our gnani's show on Nov 3!

[jaiganes]

No Shreya again? :evil: :hammer: :unnaaviradham: :theekulippu:
adhuparava illai. Bhava and mano singing - spread chilli powder in private parts and then self immolation.

[teja]

Finally, great news! Maestro's first ever concert in USA, in San Jose, California on Nov 11.
======================

BAY AREA TELUGU ASSOCIATION
KALALAYA
&
SWAGAT CARE FOUNDATION
PROUDLY PRESENT
‘Isaignani’ ‘Mozart of Indian Cinema’ ‘The Musical Genius’
Padmabhushan ‘Maestro’ ILAYARAJA
Live in Concert

For the first time in the USA!!!
One and only concert @ San Francisco-Bay Area!!!
With Symphony Style Live Orchestra constituting over 70+ Musicians !!
With eminent singers such as Yesudas, Hariharan, Chitra, Sadhana Sargam,
Mano, Karthik, Vijay Yesudas, Yuvan Shankar Raja, Karthik Raja, Swetha Menon
& many more !!
Featuring Tamil & Telugu Songs !!

When: Nov 11th
Where: HP Pavilion, San Jose

For more details: http://www.bata.org (or) http://www.kalalaya.org
Tickets will be available pretty soon
Don’t miss this Mega Musical Spectacle of the Decade!!!!!

[app_engine]

Vanakkam,
I am a new member. Long time lurker who has enjoyed the contributions of the great Mayyam folks. I look forward to learning more from you all. I am super excited to attend our gnani's show on Nov 3!

நல்வரவு!
தங்கள் கருத்துகளையும் தொடர்ந்து பதியுங்கள்!

[jeyabalamurugan]

adhuparava illai. Bhava and mano singing - spread chilli powder in private parts and then self immolation.

Mano is a pretty good singer and a big time devotee of Isaiganani. There were not too many singers who were successful in 80s and early 90s when SPB and Yesudoss were ruling the roost. No comparision to those legends, but sure a legend in his own right. A very underrated singer. I always get goose bumps while listening to his Thendral Kaatre Thendral Kaatre from Kumbakarai Thangaiah and many more.

[raajarasigan]

Mano, legend'a ? :shock: freeyA viduvOm.. :)

[naarayanan]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEsosbgiDTQ&feature=youtu.be
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUCmXpAMAfg&feature=plcp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gpog73NUIbw

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

Saw this in Raja fans group

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/424604_4387942010064_593971395_n.jpg

[apewenodurug]

App_engine avargalae, ungal varaverpirku mikka nandri. I shall try and do my modest contribution. As you can imagine I am a big fan of Ilaiyaraaja. I feel like his music plays an important role in my life and I show my appreciation by trying to draw/sketch/paint him. I am eager to attend and make some live drawings during his Toronto show. Will post here with updates. meanwhile here is an entry from my blog from years ago.

http://artworkbyaravindhan.blogspot.com/2006/03/ilaiyaraaja-and-i.html

(my apologies if direct links to personal blogs are not allowed on this site)

My dream is to make drawings of this legend while he is at work at his studio in Chennai.

P.S: Off topic question: do you have a suggestion for a brand of headphones that you think are good for listening to our Maestro's music. I have heard a lot about Bose headphones, but at the same time I have heard that Bose is a lot of hype and that there are other better alternatives. Please enlighten if you have the time.
Warm regards,
Arvindh

[kameshratnam]

Mano is a very good singer. Those who say he mimics SPB have serious auditory disorders according to me.

He did sing so many good numbers and he was the one who broke the SPB - Rajni intro song sentiment in velaikaran. the song velai illathavan was a super hit.

even in the bangalore concert he did sing very well and i was surprised that there was no mention about him.

[Vinodkumar]

App_engine avargalae, ungal varaverpirku mikka nandri. I shall try and do my modest contribution. As you can imagine I am a big fan of Ilaiyaraaja. I feel like his music plays an important role in my life and I show my appreciation by trying to draw/sketch/paint him. I am eager to attend and make some live drawings during his Toronto show. Will post here with updates. meanwhile here is an entry from my blog from years ago.

http://artworkbyaravindhan.blogspot.com/2006/03/ilaiyaraaja-and-i.html

(my apologies if direct links to personal blogs are not allowed on this site)

My dream is to make drawings of this legend while he is at work at his studio in Chennai.

P.S: Off topic question: do you have a suggestion for a brand of headphones that you think are good for listening to our Maestro's music. I have heard a lot about Bose headphones, but at the same time I have heard that Bose is a lot of hype and that there are other better alternatives. Please enlighten if you have the time.
Warm regards,
Arvindh
There are several types. In-ear, on ear and over the ear. The in-ear ones are the best because they provide sound isolation. The only issue is that they have to be shoved inside the ear canal. I do have the Shure in-ear headphones and I do not like the fact that I have to shove them into the rar canal. The on-ear types sit on the ear lobes and the do provide least sound isolation. They could hut the ear lobes after a while. The Grado SR60/SR60i are on the ear type. They can be worn for longer periods and they do not hurt (at least for me). These can be purchased for $70-$80 range. The over the ear types form a cup over the ear and they do provide some isolation. I do have the AKG701 and they are okay. These were around $300.00 range. If I were you, I would look into the Grado's. One other thing I missed are the Sony MDR-7506 and MDR-V6. If you cannot get any of the above mentioned ones, I would look into the Sony's. The MDR-7506 are popular in the pro-audio world and I do use them for gigs. I have heard good things about MDR-V6 phones. Good Luck !

[app_engine]

http://artworkbyaravindhan.blogspot.com/2006/03/ilaiyaraaja-and-i.html


:clap:
Beautiful sketches, what a talent you have sir!

Please don't hesitate to provide IR-relevant blog links in this forum(especially if they are your arts!)...

I post here many blog links whose content is not that impressive but simply because they're related to IR :-)

BTW, on head-phones, I've stopped listening in them years back but now my son does. When assisting him to shop at Best Buy, I listened to a variety of them but the Bose ones were phenomenally better. He had only $100 saving at that time and settled for a Bose that fit that price range (that encloses the ears) but even that is much better than the Sony's and others he had before...

[apewenodurug]

Vindodkumar, Thank you very much for your suggestions - I learned quite a bit about them. Will decide on something soon. Very helpful.
App_engine, Thank you so much for your kind words about my sketches. I will definitely provide a link once I update with the sketches from Toronto.

[Vinodkumar]

Vindodkumar, Thank you very much for your suggestions - I learned quite a bit about them. Will decide on something soon. Very helpful.
App_engine, Thank you so much for your kind words about my sketches. I will definitely provide a link once I update with the sketches from Toronto.

You are very welcome ! Excellent write up...You have quite a talent there ! Please keep writing.....

[svaisn]

Saw this in Raja fans group

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/424604_4387942010064_593971395_n.jpg

NEED AN INFO!!!

Any idea if they are planning to perform any where in TEXAS.... CONFUSED IF I HAVE TO PLAN FOR SANJOSE OR WAIT FOR THE TEXAS CONCERT....


I DONT WANT TO MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY....

[teja]

NEED AN INFO!!!

Any idea if they are planning to perform any where in TEXAS.... CONFUSED IF I HAVE TO PLAN FOR SANJOSE OR WAIT FOR THE TEXAS CONCERT....


I DONT WANT TO MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY....

It's "one and only" concert in USA. They won't be performing anywhere else.

[kiru]

There are several types. In-ear, on ear and over the ear. The in-ear ones are the best because they provide sound isolation. The only issue is that they have to be shoved inside the ear canal. I do have the Shure in-ear headphones and I do not like the fact that I have to shove them into the rar canal. The on-ear types sit on the ear lobes and the do provide least sound isolation. They could hut the ear lobes after a while. The Grado SR60/SR60i are on the ear type. They can be worn for longer periods and they do not hurt (at least for me). These can be purchased for $70-$80 range. The over the ear types form a cup over the ear and they do provide some isolation. I do have the AKG701 and they are okay. These were around $300.00 range. If I were you, I would look into the Grado's. One other thing I missed are the Sony MDR-7506 and MDR-V6. If you cannot get any of the above mentioned ones, I would look into the Sony's. The MDR-7506 are popular in the pro-audio world and I do use them for gigs. I have heard good things about MDR-V6 phones. Good Luck !
Good suggestion. I have the Grado SR60i ..but the SR80i is probably a better buy for $20 more. But these are open backed and others will be able to hear what you are listening. My main one now is the - Ultimate Ears Triple-fi 10. I have them reshelled .. that is molded to the shape of my ears by an after-market company. I have replaced the detachable cables with silver ones and I listen using the Teclast T-51 mp3 player. Yesterday, I was listening to pazhassi rAja (usually flacs but this was mp3) using my triple-fi ..awesome bass after the reshelling. These must the most melodious kind of music with the most aggressive/loud percussion.

[Vinodkumar]

Good suggestion. I have the Grado SR60i ..but the SR80i is probably a better buy for $20 more. But these are open backed and others will be able to hear what you are listening. My main one now is the - Ultimate Ears Triple-fi 10. I have them reshelled .. that is molded to the shape of my ears by an after-market company. I have replaced the detachable cables with silver ones and I listen using the Teclast T-51 mp3 player. Yesterday, I was listening to pazhassi rAja (usually flacs but this was mp3) using my triple-fi ..awesome bass after the reshelling. These must the most melodious kind of music with the most aggressive/loud percussion.
Kiru... yes SR80i is even better. Looks like UE is not an ear canal type phones, right? I do have the older Shure E5C which are in-canal type phones. They were quite awesome in replicating the sound and did provide good sound isolation. I have used them quite a bit during my work related travel. Over the time, I lost interest in them and they are collecting dust at the moment.

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

From Raja Sir's Official Facebook Page, Pics taken at Canada concert venue

http://sphotos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/548572_507170532628648_1096663397_n.jpg

http://sphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/150122_507171585961876_3239349_n.jpg

http://sphotos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/404129_507172949295073_1870234904_n.jpg

http://sphotos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/536453_507173499295018_1747679396_n.jpg

http://sphotos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/46561_507174332628268_558774673_n.jpg

[AravindMano]

There was a promo for the Canada concert in Vijay TV yesterday made of Idhayaththai Thirudathe title score practice sessions. Lovely it was.

[svaisn]

It's "one and only" concert in USA. They won't be performing anywhere else.

Nandri...

[buggle]

Why still suspense about SPB performing in Toronto or not? they keeping it as suprise for the fans?

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

Vijay TV Ad for the Concert

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Caja7IicSwc

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=235374376591879&id=234639536665363

http://www.twitlonger.com/show/jm2mkq (http://www.twitlonger.com/show/jm2mkq)


இளையராஜா : எதிர்பார்ப்பும் எதிர்த்தரப்பும்
(நன்றி: மாமூலன்)

உங்கள் நண்பரை, வட்டத்தை, உற்றாரை விரைலைச் சொடுக்கிக் கேளுங்கள் ’இளையராஜா வாறாராமே?’ நான் இப்படிக் கேட்டவற்றிற்குப் பல பதில்கள்.

பதில் 1: ‘ஓமாம். கண்டிப்பாக போகவேணும்.’

பதில் 2: ‘வாழ்நாளில் கிடைக்காத வாய்ப்பு. நாம் தமிழ்நாட்டுக்கே போனாலும் அவரை நேரில் பார்ப்பதோ, அவரது நிகழ்ச்சியைப் பார்ப்பதோ கிடைக்காது.’

பதில் 3: ‘பிள்ளைகளைக் கண்டிப்பாகக் கூட்டிக்கொண்டு போகவேணும். அதுகள் வளர்ந்தபின் சின்னவயசில நாங்கள் இவரைப் பார்த்திருக்கிறம் என்று பின்னால் நினைத்துப் பெருமைப்படுவார்கள்.’

பதில் 4: ‘வாழ்நாளில் ஒரு சந்தர்ப்பம். நான் கிரெடிட் காட்ல ரிக்கற் எடுக்கிறேன். முன் வரிசையில் இருந்து பாப்பம். வா மச்சான்.- இது நண்பர்.’ (நண்பருக்குத் தெரியாது முன்வரிசை ரிக்கற் எல்லாம் வித்து முடிந்த கதை!)

பதில் 4: ஏலுமெண்டால் ஒரு 100 ரிக்கற் ஒண்டாய் வாங்குங்கள். நாங்கள் ஒரு குழுவாய் சென்று ஒன்றாய் இருந்து பார்ப்போம்.

இந்த இசை நிகழ்ச்சி ரொரன்ரோவுக்கு வந்த பின்னணி ஒன்றும் புதுமையானது அல்ல. தமிழர்கள் யாராவது அமெரிக்காவில் பெருஞ் செலவு செய்து ஓர் நிகழ்ச்சி நடத்தினால் கனடாத் தமிழர்களைத் துணைக்களைப்பார்கள். செலவைப் பங்கிடலாமே என்பதும் வரும் வாயப்பைப் பயன்படுத்தலாமே என்பதும் இதன் நோக்கம். கனடாவுக்கு யாராவது வந்தாலும் இவ்வாறு அமெரிக்காவுக்கு செல்வது வழக்கம்.

இதற்குப் பல உதாரணங்கள் சொல்லாம். ஒவ்வொரு தடவையும் அமெரிக்காவின் ‘ஃபெற்னா’ (வட அமெரிக்கத் தமிழ்ச் சங்கங்களின் கூட்டமைப்பு) நிகழ்ச்சிக்கு வருபவர்கள் கனடாவுக்கு வருவார்கள். இது 20 ஆண்டுகளாக நடைமுறையில் உள்ளது. இதைப்போல கனடாவில் வரும் திரை நட்சத்திரங்கள் முதற்கொண்டு இலக்கியவாதிகள் வரை அமெரிக்காவுக்குச் செல்வார்கள்.

மிக அண்மையில், இந்தக் கிழமை இங்கே ஓர் பெரும் இலக்கிய மாநாட்டுக்கு வந்திருக்கும் திரு. நித்தியானந்தன் (முன்னாள் யாழ் பல்கலைக் கழக விரிவுரையாளர்) அமெரிக்கா சென்று அதன்பின்தான் அங்கிருந்து லண்டன் திரும்புகிறார்.

இதைப்போலவே இளையராஜாவும் வருகிறார். அவர் எப்படி வருகிறார் என்பது இங்கே முக்கியமல்ல. அவர் இங்கே வருவது எவ்வளவு முக்கியம் என்பதுதான் புரிந்துகொள்ளப்படவேண்டியது

உண்மையில் இளையராஜாவை ரொரன்ரோவுக்கு அழைத்துவரும் இந்தத் தமிழர்களை நாம் வாழ்த்தவேண்டும்.

ஆனால் அதைவிட்டுவிட்டுச் சில தமிழ்நாட்டுக்காரர்கள் எதிர்க்கிறார்கள். இளையராஜா வரவைத் தடுக்கவேண்டும் என்கிறார்கள். அவரகளுக்குச் சில ரொரன்ரோ வாசிகள் தாளம்போடுகிறார்கள்.

ஏன்?

அது தான் ஆச்சரியக் குறி!

எதிர்க்கத் தொடங்கியது தமிழ்நாட்டின் நாம் தமிழர் கட்சியின் கிளை. அதிலிருந்து நாலே நாலுபேர் போய் எதிர்ப்புக் கொடி பிடிக்கிறார்கள். பின்னர் காரணம் கண்டுபிடிக்கிறார்கள். இது நவம்பர். மாவீரர் மாதமாம். நவம்பர்மாதம் முழுவதும் தமிழர் செத்தவீடு கொண்டாடவேண்டுமாம்.

ஐயா! அம்மா! நானும் ஈழத்தின் தேசிய விடுதலைக்காய் உயிரிழந்த அனைத்து உயிர்களையும் மிகவும் மிகவும் மதிப்புடன் நினைவுகூருகிறேன். அவர்களுக்கு ஈடாக யாராகமுடியும். ஆனால் இப்படி இங்கிருப்பவர்களைப்போலப் போலியாய் அல்ல.

இருக்கும் தமிழர்களில் நவம்பர்மாதத்தில் பிறந்தவர்கள் பிறந்தநாள் கொண்டாட மாட்டார்களா? அதுவும் ஏன். எனக்குத் தெரிந்த அந்தக் காலத்தில் புலிகளின் துணைப் பணிகளில் ஓடியாடித்திரிந்த…இன்னும் இங்கே இருக்கின்ற ஒருவரின் குடும்பம் 2009 மார்ச் மாதம் கடைசிக் கிழமையில் ஓர் 60 ஆவது பிறந்தநாளை பெரும் ஆடம்பரத்துடன் கொண்டாடியது. தண்ணி. ஆட்டம்.பாட்டம்.

இங்கே இந்த இளையராஜா எதிர்ப்புக்களில் ஓடித் திரிபவர் ஒருவர் இந்த நிகழ்ச்சிக்கு முழு விளம்பரதாரராகக் கேட்டதாயும்…அது கிடைக்காமல் பிறருக்குப் பங்கிட்ட கோபத்தில் இப்போது எதிர்ப்புக் குழுவுடன் சேரந்திருப்பதாயும் மற்றக் கதை.

இந்த எதிர்ப்பை ஏற்பாடு செய்த சீமான் (நாம் தமிழர் கட்சி) மட்டும் என்ன! வன்னியில் மக்கள் செத்தொழிந்துகொண்டிருக்கும் கடைசி நேரத்தில், உக்கிரமாகப் போர் தொடங்கிய நேரத்தில் அதைக் காசாக்கும் நோக்கத்தில் ‘தம்பி’ என்று ஓர் சக்கைப் படம் எடுத்தார். அதில் நடிப்பதற்குத் தமிழர்களைப் பற்றிச் சற்றேனும் சிந்திக்காத சாம்பார் ஒன்றைக் கதா நாயகநாக்கினார்.

கதாநாயகி யார் தெரியுமா? ஓர் சிங்களப் பெண். சிங்களப் பெண் நடிக்கக்கூடாதா? அல்லது இப்படிச் சொல்வதால் நான் ஓர் இனவாதியாகச் சித்தரிக்கச் சிலருக்கு ஆசை வரலாம். மாவீரர் மாதத்திலேயே எங்கோ இருக்கும் கனடாவில் ஒன்றும் நடக்கக்கூடாது என்னும் உங்களுக்கு ஏன் ஓர் தமிழ்ப்பெண் கிடைக்காமல் போனார் என்று கேட்பதற்காகவே கேட்கிறேன்.

உண்மையில் நடப்பது என்னவென்றால் சீமான் போன்றவர்களின் தரமில்லாத படங்களுக்கு இளையராஜா இசையமைக்க மறுத்துவிடுகிறார். அதனால் இவர்கள் கொஞ்சம்பேர் சேர்ந்துகொண்டு தமிழநாட்டில் இளையராஜாவை எப்போதும் எதிர்க்கிறார்கள். இவர்கள் அங்கேயிருக்கும் தங்கள் சினிமாப் பிழைப்பைக் கொண்டுவந்து இங்கே இருக்கும் புலம்பெயர் தமிழர் வாயிலும் திணிக்கிறார்கள்.

தமிழ்நாட்டுச் சினிமாவில் எதற்கெடுத்தாலும் புலம்பெயர் மக்கள்தான் கண்ணில் படுவார்கள். அவர்கள் பிழைப்பிற்கும் நாம்தான் சண்டைக்கும் நாம்தான் என்று ஆகிவிட்டது.

இந்த இளையராஜாவின் இசையினால்தான் உண்மையில் இன்றும் பலர் மனநிலை பிசகாமல் இருக்கிறார்ககள். புலம்பெயர் உலகத்தில் மாடுபோல உழைக்கும் மனிதர் உறங்குவது இளையராஜாவின் இசையில்தான். ஆறுதலுக்கு மனதை வருடும் இசையைத் தமிழர்களுக்குப் பழக்கி அதை உணர்ந்து உருகிக் கேட்கவைத்த இளையராஜாவை நேரில் காண்பதைத் தமிழர் விரும்புகிறார்கள். அதைத் தங்கள் சுய லாபத்திற்காக எதிர்ப்பவர்களை நாம் என்ன செய்யலாம். இவர்கள் இடியப்பக் கடைநடத்தினால் அதை சாப்பிடாமல் புறக்கணிக்கலாம். ஆனால் இவர்கள் புலம்பெயர் தமிழர் ரத்தத்தில் அல்லவா வணிகம் செய்யப் பழகி இருக்கிறார்கள்!

இதைவிட உள்ளரசியல்களும் நிறைய இருக்கின்றன. அவற்றைத் தேவை வந்தால் அடுத்த வாரம் எழுதுவோம்.

ஒன்றை மட்டும் சொல்லி வைக்கிறேன்.

மாவீர் நாளைக்கூட ஒரே இடத்தில் ஒன்றாகக் கொண்டாட முடியாத ஒற்றுமையற்று நாமிருக்கிறோம்.

மாவீரர் வாரம்கூட கடைப்பிடிக்கமுடியாமல் கடைசிவரை இரண்டு மூன்று பிரிவாகச் சண்டையிட்டுக் கொள்பவராக நாமிருக்கிறோம்.

மாவீர்மாதம் என்று கிளப்பிவிடும் சுயலாபத்துக்கு வரும் வியாபாரிகளையாவது அடையாளம் கண்டு விலக்கி வைப்போம்.

மற்றுமொன்றையும் சொல்லி வைக்கலாம்.

கனடாவில் இருக்கும் நாம்தமிழர் கட்சியின் நான்கு தொண்டர்களுக்குள்(குண்டர்கள் அல்ல) மோதல். யார் பெயரியவர் என்று சீ மானுக்குக் காட்டுவதில். அதில் போட்டி போட்டுக் கொண்டு இளையராஜாவின் நிகழ்ச்சியைப் பகடைக்காயாக்குகிறார்கள்.

ஆனால் இளையராஜாவோ அந்தக் காலத்திலேயே தமிழருக்கு ஆதரவாக நிதி திரட்டும்போது நிறையவே உதவி செய்திருக்கிறார்.

என்ன செய்வது ரி.ராஜேந்தரை சிறந்த இசையப்பாளராக விரும்பியவர்கள் ஆசிரியர்களாக இருக்கும் இடத்தில் இப்படியும் நடக்கலாம்.

தடைசெய்யவிரும்பினால் இவர்கள் நவம்பர் முதல்வாரம் அய்ரோப்பாவில் நடக்கும் நிதி திரட்டும் இலங்கைப் பாடகர் நிகழ்ச்சியைத் தடுக்கலாம்.

இன்னும் சில நாட்களில் இளையராஜா-ரஹ்மானுக்கு என்று அர்ப்பணிப்பு இசை நிகழ்ச்சி நடக்கவிருக்கிறது அதைத் தடுக்கலாம்.

அல்லது அமெரிக்காவிலும் அதே காலத்தில் இளையராஜா நிகழ்ச்சி நடக்கவிருக்கிறது. அதையாவது தடுங்கப்பா!

ஆனால் பாதி ரிக்கற் இப்போதே விற்றுத் தீர்ந்துவிட்ட, இளையராஜாவின் முகத்தைக் காண மக்கள் துடிக்கும் நிகழ்ச்சியைத் தடுக்க…..

எனது முகப் புத்தக நண்பர் கேட்டது போல, இளையராஜா வருவதனால் என்ன மூன்றாம் உலக யுத்தமா வரப்போகிறது. தமிழ்மக்கள் இசைகேட்டு இன்பாமாய்த்தான் இருக்கப்போகிறார்கள். ஏனப்பா இப்படிப் புழுங்குகிறீர்கள்?

- மாமூலன்

[jmahesh]

http://www.techsatish.net/2012/10/engeyum-eppothum-raja-oru-munnottam-24.html

Pls watch munnotam of engeyum eppothum in this link

[selvakumar]

Finally managed to book the ticket for the live in concert. Ticket was quite expensive but I don't mind as I managed to get the lower level seat finally. Hope the experience will be good.
Ticket master was showing different sections each day though. Was worth booking for it at 1AM in the morning.

A guy like me attending this event. I just remembered this old saying "Amavasaikkum abdul kadharukkum enna sambantham" :lol:

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

:clap:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UokhIXSsuB0

[apewenodurug]

SPB is coming! Not sure if others have seen this video already:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-YZ3WDWDyM&feature=context-cha

[apewenodurug]

Good suggestion. I have the Grado SR60i ..but the SR80i is probably a better buy for $20 more. But these are open backed and others will be able to hear what you are listening. My main one now is the - Ultimate Ears Triple-fi 10. I have them reshelled .. that is molded to the shape of my ears by an after-market company. I have replaced the detachable cables with silver ones and I listen using the Teclast T-51 mp3 player. Yesterday, I was listening to pazhassi rAja (usually flacs but this was mp3) using my triple-fi ..awesome bass after the reshelling. These must the most melodious kind of music with the most aggressive/loud percussion.

Thank you Kiru for your recommendation. I will look into them as well.

[apewenodurug]

Look how much fun the singers are having at the rehearsal1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzQqkwZfpjQ&feature=plcp

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

'இதயம் தொட்ட இசைஞானி’ - Vijay TV : Day 1

http://www.techsatish.net/2012/10/idhayam-thotta-isaignani-ilayaraja-29.html

[senthilv.com]

If you anyone is coming a long way to Toronto for the concert on Nov 3rd. Let me know, if you need any help. I may be able to help. Cheers.

[SVN]

With Hurricane Sandy wreaking havoc and airports being closed for operation, is the troupe's travel plan impacted?

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

http://www.techsatish.net/2012/10/idhayam-thotta-isaignani-ilayaraja-29_30.html

'இதயம் தொட்ட இசைஞானி’ - Vijay TV : Day 2

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

இதயம் தொட்ட இசைஞானி 31Oct2012 Vijay TV

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mskQhXbXCAg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02SZxgIy2TA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4mVxyE9Le4

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

Its official that the Concert is postponed :( Raja sir himself announces

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0QSu-hzRMM

[K]

Song for the Situation

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvynWdkP6WU

Payanagal Mudivathillai.

[rajkumarc]

Is the bay area concert postponed as well? Does any one know?

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

Argg!! This Raja Sir too is confusing

Bay Area Concert Cancelled but i am wondering what about Canada concert. Even in above Video he didn't say any date or venue

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vrqKzHP6ek

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

More details about the US Concert Cancellation here http://www.bata.org/site/index.htm

[baroque]

The concerts are not cancelled!
They are postponed!

[svaisn]

Just spoke to one of the organizer (listed on the banner)
He said the San Jose concert is postponed and it likely to happen early december... dates to be confirmed by weekend....

[musiukunit]

Any body watched Pushpavanam doing a Shanstanga Namaskaram to Raja yesterday.
He was in tears during the song Puve semboove and then did that stuff.
Goosebumps.
This is a nice little program Vijay TV is doing

[sakaLAKALAKAlaa Vallavar]

இதயம் தொட்ட இசைஞானி 1Nov2012 Vijay TV

http://www.techsatish.net/2012/11/idhayam-thotta-isai-gnani-01-11-12.html

[venkkiram]

Thanks Sakala for the links.

[venkkiram]

Any body watched Pushpavanam doing a Shanstanga Namaskaram to Raja yesterday.
He was in tears during the song Puve semboove and then did that stuff.
Goosebumps. ராஜா சிறந்ததொரு நரம்பியல் நிபுணர். எல்லோருடைய நாடிக்குள்ளேயும் ஊடுருவி செல்கிறார். குப்புசாமியின் செயலில் நெகிழ்ந்து போனேன்.

[thumburu]

http://www.techsatish.net/2012/10/idhayam-thotta-isaignani-ilayaraja-29_30.html

'இதயம் தொட்ட இசைஞானி’ - Vijay TV : Day 2

SKV , :ty:

[uvowefiyas]

Any news on event date for Toronto concert.

[selvakumar]

How about San Jose concert? :roll: I booked the ticket a week ago through ticketMaster. TM support desk is not even aware that the event is postponed. I repeatedly asked the support on whether this ticket will be valid for the new date. He said yes but confused it by saying that it will be a new order. :roll:

And there is no cancellation for TM tickets. You can only exchange them. Arumai :clap:

[apewenodurug]

Selvakumar,
It looks like you can return for a refund according to this link:

http://www.trinityeventsonline.com/

They have added a Q & A with some interesting information

[al_gates]

How about San Jose concert? :roll: I booked the ticket a week ago through ticketMaster. TM support desk is not even aware that the event is postponed. I repeatedly asked the support on whether this ticket will be valid for the new date. He said yes but confused it by saying that it will be a new order. :roll:

And there is no cancellation for TM tickets. You can only exchange them. Arumai :clap:

Selvakumar, currently TM does not have tickets online. Do you know anyone who got tix directly from HP Pavilion box office in the past week? The TM site says tickets are available for this concert but not for online purchase. I'm at a loss to find out how I may get the tickets :roll:

[San_K]

Ilayaraja now in Canada, so probably concert will happen soon

[apewenodurug]

According to a source in the IR yahoo group it looks like the US/Canada concerts will be held sometime in March.

[apewenodurug]

It is probably not recent news anymore, but want to update the thread - the concert is rescheduled for Feb 16th. Cant wait! http://www.trinityeventsonline.com/

[Chelian]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9NwreErLEg

IR and Kamal at Yuvan concert KLIMF 14/12/2012

[thumburu]

Chelian, :ty:

[selvakumar]

Attention ticket holder!

We just learned that your event has been rescheduled to a new date and time:

Maestro Ilayaraja
HP Pavilion at San Jose
Sunday, November 11th, 2012 at 3PM New date: Friday, March 1st, 2013 at 7:30PM

Your original tickets are still good – we hope you can make it and enjoy the event!

Finally........! $250/- thundu thaannu nenachaen. Glad!

[njv]

Very excited.... bought ticket to Ilayaraja sir's canada show... Cant wait for Feb 16th!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[njv]

heard the show is coming to New Jersey as well... Will keep you posted folks...

[venkkiram]

heard the show is coming to New Jersey as well... Will keep you posted folks... meyyaalumaa?

[njv]

Yes... Confirmed. Here are the details

Date : Feb 23, 2013
Venue : Prudential Center, Newark, NJ (http://www.prucenter.com/ - note: they havent updated the calendar yet, but I expect them to update by Tuesday)

Entire orchestra and artist visiting Canada + few more are visiting NJ.

You may buy tickets from ticketmaster, but other options are being worked.

[njv]

https://www.facebook.com/IlayarajaNjEvent - Stay tuned

Just posted stage picture. Will post few more soon.

Anyone want to join me and volunteer (i myself is not driving this show, just volunteered,so i may get opportunity to see Raja sir, perhaps watch their rehearsals and more...), please message me with your details.

[venkkiram]

Thanks Njv for the update. Seviyil then ooRRiyathu pola irukku.

[njv]

Thanks Njv for the update. Seviyil then ooRRiyathu pola irukku.

Given short time, I am going to update facebook.com/Ilayaraja-NJEvent as soon as I have any update. Please check it out for up to date info.

I will check with the organizer and see if I can host TFM hubbers for a photo shoot with Maestro.

Please PM me whoever want to meet Maestro. I cant guarantee (ofcourse no one can, except Maestro), but I will try my best.

Thanks
Balaji

[kr]

Any update on when tickets will be sold for the NJ concert? If its not happening in NJ, I want to go to Tornoto. Any updates on this is appreciated.

[njv]

Ticket price and sale details

http://www.prucenter.com/default.asp?prucenter=87&objId=1296

[kr]

Thanks, NJV

[prabhudas]

Hi Balaji,
I just sent a PM, please check .
Need a favor, appreciate if you can call me @ 718-570-8156
Prabhudas

[njv]

Dear All

I will keep you all posted on the details of the program, including ticket prices, discount options etc.

Thanks
NJV

[njv]

All

You may buy $1000, $500, $250 from me directly (if you call iDreamMedia, they will ask you to buy atleast 50 tickets). Tickets will also be available in very selective indian stores (In Oaktree Road, it will be availabe in movietime). We are working out

I will try to get 5-10% discount, regardless of the number of tickets you are buying. Note: This is only for tfm hubbers. This is where I learned more about Ilayaraja and his music, hence I am volunteering.

Rest of the denominated tickets are available ONLY from ticketmaster. Even event organizer have to buy through ticketmaster. Please do not ping/message me for any other tickets, because I wont be able to get it for you.

Incase if anyone of you want to volunteer, please let me know on/before Tuesday.

Thanks

[njv]

DINNER WITH ILAYARAJA

Some of you approach me for Dinner with Ilayaraja. Two options are available

Need 250 people x $500

Need 125 x $1000

Ping me if anyone is interested. Depends on the response, we will look to organize.

Thanks
NJV

[njv]

Also, can anyone from here help me to spread out the news thourgh IR Yahoo Group or any other IR group that you may be aware of. Thanks - NJV

[lydayaxobia976]

Hi! Anybody going to torronto concert from UK?

[njv]

Two options to buy

www.ticketmaster.com = Cost would be ticket price + $3.50 (Prudential Center Fee) + $10-$20 (ticket master Processing fee based on the ticket denomination)

www.njtamilsangam.org/ = Cost would be ticket price + $3.50 (Prudential Center Fee). No ticketmaster fee [limited seats/tickets and based on the response we have seen, this will be sold out with in few hours]

[njv]

NJ Show finally has a name!!! Ilaiyaraaja Unplugged... you take a wild guess on whats going to be there. Dont miss it.

[njv]

Please visit and share

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=583572045004266&set=vb.311016279019409&type=2&theater

[njv]

All

Going forward, please purchase tickets from www.ticketmaster.com or other avenues. Do not message me.

For ones who messaged me, I have your tickets in hand and will ship them/give them to you when we meet as part of volunteer meet.

Thanks
NJV

[ukiuovebi]

Hi njv

I just sent a PM please check.

Thank you
NMK

[njv]

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=583572045004266&notif_t=like

[svaisn]

Any chances of a concert in texas??

[njv]

Svaisn

Not at this time. After NJ, Maestro is going to San Jose and going back to India.

Hopefully maestro does it more often. We in NJ are going to make it very loud and clear.

Please do come to NJ.

[venkkiram]

துண்டு போட்டாச்சி. போன முறை ரஹ்மான் கச்சேரிக்கு நான் மட்டும் தனியாக நண்பர்களோடு சென்றேன். இந்த முறை மனைவியோடு.


Thanks NJV for your valuable inputs.

[njv]

துண்டு போட்டாச்சி. போன முறை ரஹ்மான் கச்சேரிக்கு நான் மட்டும் தனியாக நண்பர்களோடு சென்றேன். இந்த முறை மனைவியோடு.


Thanks NJV for your valuable inputs.

you are welcome. This is going to be "Raaja Unplugged". This is a feast for all raja fans.

[kr]

NJV:

Do you know if all the participants attending the Toronto concert are also coming to NJ - Karthik, Hariharan, Vivek, Gautam Menon etc.? Thx again for your help. Excited about the concert.

[teja]

Heavy Craze for Ilaiyaraja's First Ever Concert in USA

It has only been less than 48 hours since ticketing has started at 11 AM, on 6th Feb at Ticketmaster.com for the First Ever Live Concert by Maestro Ilaiyaraja at the prestigious Prudential Center Arena - Newark, New Jersey and the craze for the King of Music is becoming manifest.

http://greatandhra.com/viewnews.php?id=43976&cat=1&scat=4

[baroque]

:thumbsup:
Wonderful to read!
Hope he make more concerts in future too!
கொண்டு வருவாங்க, வருவாரு நிச்சயமா சந்தோஷமா!:)

[njv]

NJV:

Do you know if all the participants attending the Toronto concert are also coming to NJ - Karthik, Hariharan, Vivek, Gautam Menon etc.? Thx again for your help. Excited about the concert.

kr

Maestro Ilayaraja will be accompanied by Dr SPB, Mano, Chitra, Hariharan, Karthik, Sadana Sargam, Yuvan Sankar Raja, Vijay Jesudar, Karthik Raja and many other. A total team of 64 people are coming.

from Toronto, Yesudas, Vivek & Gopinath are not coming.


Thanks
NJV

[njv]

Hi njv

I just sent a PM please check.

Thank you
NMK

NMK - I need some details from you. Sent you PM. Please respond ASAP.

Thanks
NJV

[crvenky]

US Consul General in Chennai attends Ilayaraja rehearsals:

http://www.idlebrain.com/news/functions1/ilayaraja-usconcert-rehearsals/index.html

[njv]

US Consul General in Chennai attends Ilayaraja rehearsals:

http://www.idlebrain.com/news/functions1/ilayaraja-usconcert-rehearsals/index.html

Lucky fellows. I hope I will get opportunity to see and be with Maestro & co on Feb 21&22 prior to the show. I will post pics.

[svaisn]

Svaisn

Not at this time. After NJ, Maestro is going to San Jose and going back to India.

Hopefully maestro does it more often. We in NJ are going to make it very loud and clear.

Please do come to NJ.

THank You... I have already blocked my tickets....

[kameshratnam]

Anil Srinivasan, Navin Iyer, Harini and Saindhavi on Feb 15th at The Music Academy - It is a tribute to The Maestro Ilayaraja.

They are playing BGMS

For "Rhythms, Roses & Raja" concert on FEB 15 at The Music Academy, Online tickets all sold out. But don't worry friends, tickets ARE AVAILABLE at the Venue i.e The Music Academy. So hurry up and grab your tickets :)

For tickets contact : 72999 66666, 044- 4210 7267 / 4210 9257

[senthilv.com]

If the WI-FI works out....I will try to selectively webcast the concert LIVE. Here's the link for live stream. http://www.ustream.tv/channel/senthilvinu

I will try to post live updates on twitter.
https://twitter.com/SenthilVinu

Cheers,
Senthil

[njv]

Toronto show

Show stared 2 hours late due to late arrival of orchestra. Gopinath tried to control the crowd and asked people to song their songs and it was a disaster.

Parthian as usual was poetic and gave apt intro to songs.

Raja sir unsurprisingly sand Janani Janani, but sang very well compared to other shows.

SPB, Chitra, Karthik and all junior singers sang very well.

Hariharan was much better than other shows .

Madhu balakrishnan sang perfectly. In fact he was the only one who received clap immediately after he started singing alaap.

Many mistakes by everyone. Didn't felt like watching professional show. This is not 80s or 90s. There are many channels and multiple talent show, so people are more aware of small mistakes.

Raja must also understand that every single show he has done is on you tube, hence he should either tell different stories or just focus on performance. He repeated "nila adhu vaanathumalae" from Coimbatore show.

Yuvan spoke from his heart and said my dad was never there for me, but my mom closed the gap and she was my mom an dad and that is what allowed appa to focus on music.

Karthik mentioned that it is their moms thithi. He was bit emotional. However, looks like he forgot the skit and the whole episode of he calling SPB and SPB randomly talking about "raathiriyil poothirukkum" and how no one can do such a song in same raaga and maestro immediately sang "maanguyile poonguyile" lyrics in "raathiriyil" tune - I am sure when see them in TV, it will look really nice, but on stage it looked like a well prepared, but poorly executed script.

Crowd was so tired after waiting for over 2 hours forgot to clap. All anchors asked crowd to clap. Raja at some point said "enakku kevalamaa irukku, don't ask them to clap".

Crowd constantly took break for dinner/snacks.

Finishing was abrupt due to time constraints.

Everyone forgot to mention female artist name. Parthiban was little arrogant too. He said e only remember beautiful facea and not names. Vivek mentioned Sadana when Chitra was the actual singer. Even Raja sir forgot to intro female singers at the end, but he apologized and introduce them at the end.

Audio system wasn't great, starting from the time ads were going on. Don't they test it from all areas! This is not acceptable.

Irrespective of the many mess, few gems.

Om Shivohm - goosebumps
Née Paartha Paarvai - lovely
Isaiyil thodanguthamma - brilliant
Pottuvaiththa kaadhal thittam - freaking awesome

I will update song list little later.

[venkkiram]

சுத்தம்! நியூ ஜெர்ஸி கச்சேரி எப்படி இருக்கப் போகிறதோ! உலகம் எப்படி போய்க்கொண்டு இருக்கிறது! பிரசன்டேஷன் விஷயத்தில் நம்மாளு ஏன் இன்னமும் சரியான ஆட்களை தேர்த்தேடுக்காமல் இருக்கிறார் எனத் தெரியவில்லை. ரெண்டு மணி நேரம் தாமதம் எல்லாம் ஜீரணிக்கவே முடியல. அதுவும் குழந்தை குட்டிகளோட போற இடத்துல. களைகள் தீர்க்கப்பட்டு நியூ ஜெர்ஸி சொதப்பாமல் இருக்க ராசாவின் மூகாம்பிகை அருள் புரியட்டும்.

[njv]

சுத்தம்! நியூ ஜெர்ஸி கச்சேரி எப்படி இருக்கப் போகிறதோ! உலகம் எப்படி போய்க்கொண்டு இருக்கிறது! பிரசன்டேஷன் விஷயத்தில் நம்மாளு ஏன் இன்னமும் சரியான ஆட்களை தேர்த்தேடுக்காமல் இருக்கிறார் எனத் தெரியவில்லை. ரெண்டு மணி நேரம் தாமதம் எல்லாம் ஜீரணிக்கவே முடியல. அதுவும் குழந்தை குட்டிகளோட போற இடத்துல. களைகள் தீர்க்கப்பட்டு நியூ ஜெர்ஸி சொதப்பாமல் இருக்க ராசாவின் மூகாம்பிகை அருள் புரியட்டும்.

Toronto traffic is worst. Hopefully we won't be impacted by traffic.

My kids slept after Janani Janani and woke up for Thenpaandi Cheemauilae! bTW, Then Paandi Cheemayilae was the last song of the night.

[venkkiram]

If I recollect it correctly, Rahman's Jay Ho Orchestra too happened in NJ few years back began late but presentation and the total package scored high. Once the show started, not even a single minute went idle.. its like a programmed version of Orchestra.

[Vinodkumar]

Not sure why the orchestra took 2 hours to arrive when they were staying at the adjacent Renaissance hotel. It would not take even couple of minutes to walk from the Hotel to the Rogers center. They even had special entrance for the orchestra. I agree with the presentation. On top of it, Gopinath's question about the instruments were pathetic. Also, the seating for VIP ticket was a joke. Overall, I liked the music. But, they need to work on the presentation...

[venkkiram]

Imo.. இந்த சினிமாக் காரங்க மற்றும் கோபிநாத் போன்ற வார்த்தை ஜால பேச்சாளர்கள் ராஜாவின் கச்சேரிக்குத் தேவையே இல்லை. ராஜாவின் இசையை அணு அணுவாக கேட்டு ரசித்து வரும் ரசிகர்கள் சங்கமிக்கும் இடம் அது. இதுபோன்ற புகழ்ச்சிகளை தொடர்ந்து கேட்டு ராஜா அலுத்துவிட்டாரோ இல்லையோ ரசிகர்கள் அலுத்துவிட்டார்கள் என நினைக்கிறென். கோபிநாத், பார்த்தீபன்களை ஒப்பிடுகையில் அம்பி சுப்பிரமணியம் மேல்.

[buggle]

Well the crowd was not co-operating as well... In spite of repeatedly telling not to whistle, some arrogant idixxxx kept doing that which really made him irritated

[Vinodkumar]

Yes.. that was really annoying.. Sitting at the Floor level (VIP), the Sub was overpowering and every now and then, there was a microphone feedback which ruined the enjoyment. Raaja being perfect, I am hoping that we would look into these little things so that the concert will be much more enjoyable.

[prabhudas]

I think who ever had the opportunity to attend the Live Show at Chennai in 2011, should cherish those memories as forever, I don't think there will be another show similar to that to happen again, I am not optimistic for NJ or San Jose shows after watching EE Maestro Live at Toronto. Personally it was not at all up to the mark if not a big let down.

Chennai: Lots of Plus....
-Prakash Raj ( with no much knowledge in music, no experience as an anchor/stage host) was just outstanding.
-Hungary Orchestra/musicians.
- More songs and definitely some of the best....with lots of tidbits on the songs
- Schubert's unfinished Symphony and the Idhayam Pogudhe ....transition.......worth a life time
- More Singers (KJJ, BMK, and I think Haricharan also)

Toronto: Lots of Negatives ( most of them highlighted by others already)

If not Plus....atleast worth mentioning....
- Tham thana Tham Thana thaalam varum ...song with totally new orchestration.....was good... especially the rendition by Chitra and Sadhana Sargam.
- Maya Bazaar.....( less known experimental song to many...with only Vocals and Vocal harmony as BGM (Not sure if I should say BGM....The song with out any musical instrumental orchestration.....Naan Porandhu vandhadhu raja vamsuthile....song) was good...a few already knew with youtube videos of the rehearsals of this song...
- As mentioned Madhu BK was just fantastic in both his songs
- Hariharan was good in all, except his Rasathi Unnai song...lyric...he messed it up ( which was minor..)
- The Dheerga Voice......SPB......as always awesome.....Awesome....Awesome....Madai Thirandhu was just fantastic.....

My share of rant....

- Poor choice of songs (except a few)....this was the major issue for me....many repetitions from previous concert ( which is OK...but at least few more gems would have offset the over all poor execution.
- Delayed start ....inexcusable.... no apologies either ...except for Vivek's comments.
- Missing singers that were originally advertised and expected to part of the concert ( Vijay Jesu, Haricharan, Mano, Bella Shindhe Manjari)
- Anchors didn't do a good job at all.....in fact many places they were pathetic....poor coordination....lots of misses on announcements, Parthiban and Vivek both made some irrelevant remarks...totally unwarranted and annoying at times.
- Will never forgive Karthik (IR's off late Chella Singer) for his glaring miss on En Iniya Pon Nilave......I am surprised IR let him go....wish they played the BGM again and made him sing again.
- Gopinath...was another pain in the.... ( he is talented guy as an anchor for other programs ...probably ) but it simply didn't jell well at all and his last attempt at the musicians was a joke and showed his complete ignorance....he could have been more professional ...complete nonsense.

IR....needs to be little flexible...( Indha vayasule innum enga relax aaga poraru.......) ...due to shortage of time...many times he was making Parthiban run around... and probably kept changing the sequence of songs. It appeared like Vivek was getting on his nerves at some point ....and was annoying for the over all experience...( On both of their parts.. IR.....as Vivek kept mentioning repeatedly....Strictu...Strictu....Strictu....did appear less relaxed and showing his so called strict...attitude.....Common Raja...).

I agree there was this local Toronto Tamil Rowdy crowd... even in the VIP section....making some irrelevant comments and of course some m*orons in the back were still whistling on and off....I can not understand Why the F*** ....those i*iots had to purchase tickets and come and make noise if they liked more contemporary musicians works.

I hope the NJ show would be atleast much better if not like Chennai's show....

It's also surprising that Karthik Raja who was working behind this....didn't pay more attention to the coordination and execution of the program for details and avoid jarring/inexcusable mistakes. I hope he gets some feedback from this event to address them well in next shows.

[njv]

Not sure why the orchestra took 2 hours to arrive when they were staying at the adjacent Renaissance hotel. It would not take even couple of minutes to walk from the Hotel to the Rogers center. They even had special entrance for the orchestra. I agree with the presentation. On top of it, Gopinath's question about the instruments were pathetic. Also, the seating for VIP ticket was a joke. Overall, I liked the music. But, they need to work on the presentation...

Only few artists stayed in renaissance. Most of orchestra stayed in far off place.

Gopinath, Prasanna, Sneha were total waste, but Gopinath was wasted because of the delay.

Same view. Music was good, but presentation was pathetic.

[teja]

>.... those i*iots had to purchase tickets and come and make noise if they liked more contemporary musicians works

That is totally disgusting and inexcusable. Some kind of insecurity drives them to do such things I guess.

[svaisn]

I am sure all this woould be rectified in NJ concert.... Lets hope Raja ditches all the unwanted pieces from the concert (Sneha, Prasanna, Gopi, VIvek...)

[Jiishr]

http://images.behindwoods.com/photo-galleries-q1-09/tamil-photo-gallery/maestro-live-in-concert-toronto/01-maestro-live-in-concert-toronto-illayaraja.html

[K]

http://www.myoor.com/canada-engeyum-eppothum-raja-music/

some video clips of Canada Concert.

[njv]

I am sure all this woould be rectified in NJ concert.... Lets hope Raja ditches all the unwanted pieces from the concert (Sneha, Prasanna, Gopi, VIvek...)

Sneha, Prasanna, Gopi, VIvek - are not coming.

MC for NJ show is Suhasini Maniratnam, along with a local MC to cover Telugu/English audience.

No politicians in NJ.

[venkkiram]

Sneha, Prasanna, Gopi, VIvek - are not coming.

MC for NJ show is Suhasini Maniratnam, along with a local MC to cover Telugu/English audience.

No politicians in NJ.

அம்மணிக்கும் ராஜாவிற்கும் நட்பலைகள் எப்படி? ராஜா என்ற கூட்டை விட்டு கணவர் மணிரத்னம் பறந்து பல வருடங்கள் ஆகிவிட்டதே!

[Vinodkumar]

Thats good.. One other thing.. Please talk to the person sitting in the Mix from Raaja sir's group to make sure to watch out for feedback from the microphones. Also, he needs to watch out for too much signal from the bass guitar. Sitting in the VIP area, there was too much of bass (almost unbearable) which spoiled the enjoyment. I'm pretty sure that this will be looked into.. but, just a reminder. Hopefully the acoustics in Prudential Center is not as bad as the Rogers Center...

[SingaRam]

Is the Telugu MC one Madhavi Bhathula? I know her personally. She is anRJ in NJ. She is pretty good and has a great command over Telugu language.

[svaisn]

Sneha, Prasanna, Gopi, VIvek - are not coming.

MC for NJ show is Suhasini Maniratnam, along with a local MC to cover Telugu/English audience.

No politicians in NJ.

Kekave sandhosama erukku.... Suhashini should be bearable... konjam bandhavaa pesuvaanga... its ok.. namma Raja pathi thaane ... we can manage

[iPremZ]

I have seen some of the video clips. The best performance by far, in my view, was Madhu Balakrishnan's "koonthalikeh" ( 0old Yesudas song). Check it out:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG9VVLyDzyg&list=UU4LCT3aLYharUAEnWJ5Gxkw&index=3

[njv]

Raaja sir finished his press meet. One of th question asked was how he gives attention to minute details and connect song with the character. Example given was "idhazhil kadhai yezuthum neram idhu". Song was compose in raagam Lalitha and heroines name is Lalitha.

Raja sir mentioned that director told the story and asked him to decide the raaga and mentioned that he will name the character name as the raaga name he choose. Raaja mentioned that he chose lalithapriya raagam.

[njv]

அம்மணிக்கும் ராஜாவிற்கும் நட்பலைகள் எப்படி? ராஜா என்ற கூட்டை விட்டு கணவர் மணிரத்னம் பறந்து பல வருடங்கள் ஆகிவிட்டதே!

yes, but Suhasini is a die hard fan of Raaja sir and she openly mentioned in many programs. Suhasini is also Kamal hasan (brothers) daughter, so the bond is good. From what I heard this AM, she has some issue reaching US and authorities are sorting out. No idea what issue one can have. I hope they dont bring someone like Parthiban again. If there is no one to do MC, its even better. Raja sir and us. Thats it.

[Vinodkumar]

Instead of having the MC, he could use that time to demonstrate how a song is practiced and played for a recording (with the conductor conducting with manual beats). That will be a real treat to watch !

[njv]

Instead of having the MC, he could use that time to demonstrate how a song is practiced and played for a recording (with the conductor conducting with manual beats). That will be a real treat to watch !

He made me sooooo comfortable yesterday, so I asked him if he could do a piece from HTNI/NBW/I24Hrs/TIS and he said he dont have notes for that and is too late to prepare.

I also referred how Maestro changes tune for songs (e.g. Maanguyilae in various tune and most recently in Toronto in the same tune as Rathiriyil Poothirukkum) and asked if such things are prepared for the show. He mentioned that none of this is prepared. When MC pull people randomly to stage, they normally fallback on maestro and throw something at him. Thats how most of the shows are. In Chennai, someone pulled Yuvan in front of Maestro and since Yuvan was silent, he asked how he would compose like Yuvan. Same in Toronto as well.

[skr]

njv ,
Could you possibly ask him to compose something specially for the event say a single song but involving various time signatures or maybe a song composed with just 2 notes or something like that ??
Also if possible please check about his website and whether all his songs and BGMs will come out for Official Download ..

[venkkiram]

இந்த மூணு சுரத்துல, ரெண்டே சுரத்துல, ஒரே ஒரு சுரத்துல.. - இதற்கெல்லாம் ராஜா பிரகாஷ்ராஜ் நடத்தி வைத்த கச்சேரியிலேயெ பதில் தந்துவிட்டார். இதிலேயே ஜல்லி அடிக்க வேண்டாம் என்பதே ராஜாவின் எண்ணமாக எடுத்துகொண்டு ரசிகர்களாகிய நாமும் கடந்து செல்லணும்.

ராஜாவின் கச்சேரி என வரும்போது, நாம் பெரிதும் எதிர்பாக்க வேண்டியது.. தேர்ந்த நிகழ்ச்சி நடத்துனர், சரியான ஒலி அமைப்பு.

கேளடி கண்மணி, பூங்காற்று புதிதானது, யார் தூரிகை தந்த ஓவியம் இந்த மூன்றையும் அழகாக நெய்து ஒரு கதம்பம் தந்தாரே.. அதுபோல ஒரு சில பிரத்யேக அம்சங்கள் இருந்தாலே போதும்..

நிகழ்ச்சி அமைப்பாளர்கள் , தலைவர்கள் பேச வேண்டியது, பாராட்ட வெண்டியது எல்லாவற்றையும் ராஜா மேடைக்கு வருவதற்கு முன்பாகவே முடித்துக் கொண்டால் ரொம்ப நல்லது.

[uvowefiyas]

He made me sooooo comfortable yesterday, so I asked him if he could do a piece from HTNI/NBW/I24Hrs/TIS and he said he dont have notes for that and is too late to prepare.

I also referred how Maestro changes tune for songs (e.g. Maanguyilae in various tune and most recently in Toronto in the same tune as Rathiriyil Poothirukkum) and asked if such things are prepared for the show. He mentioned that none of this is prepared. When MC pull people randomly to stage, they normally fallback on maestro and throw something at him. Thats how most of the shows are. In Chennai, someone pulled Yuvan in front of Maestro and since Yuvan was silent, he asked how he would compose like Yuvan. Same in Toronto as well.

Will raja release BGMs' of his works. needless to say there are mindblowing pieces but floating around in low quality in internet but we need something official in audio cd or download from his official website. can someone ask about this please..

[njv]

I will ask him during dinner event. Please post your questions.

[njv]

I went to the auditorium yesterday and checked speaker setup from various parts of the auditorium and all looked fine. Sound engineer was good enough to accept my request to test with Maestro;s song itself, so I tested "raakkamma kaiyathattu", "raajathi raajanengal raaja" and "mounamaana neram" (telugu version from youtube) and it all looked very nice. If we get the quality I heard today, our ears are blessed. Keep the fingers crossed.... I expect a lot today... can

[njv]

[QUOTE=venkkiram;1020458]இந்த மூணு சுரத்துல, ரெண்டே சுரத்துல, ஒரே ஒரு சுரத்துல.. - இதற்கெல்லாம் ராஜா பிரகாஷ்ராஜ் நடத்தி வைத்த கச்சேரியிலேயெ பதில் தந்துவிட்டார். இதிலேயே ஜல்லி அடிக்க வேண்டாம் என்பதே ராஜாவின் எண்ணமாக எடுத்துகொண்டு ரசிகர்களாகிய நாமும் கடந்து செல்லணும்.

ராஜாவின் கச்சேரி என வரும்போது, நாம் பெரிதும் எதிர்பாக்க வேண்டியது.. தேர்ந்த நிகழ்ச்சி நடத்துனர், சரியான ஒலி அமைப்பு.

கேளடி கண்மணி, பூங்காற்று புதிதானது, யார் தூரிகை தந்த ஓவியம் இந்த மூன்றையும் அழகாக நெய்து ஒரு கதம்பம் தந்தாரே.. அதுபோல ஒரு சில பிரத்யேக அம்சங்கள் இருந்தாலே போதும்..

நிகழ்ச்சி அமைப்பாளர்கள் , தலைவர்கள் பேச வேண்டியது, பாராட்ட வெண்டியது எல்லாவற்றையும் ராஜா மேடைக்கு வருவதற்கு முன்பாகவே முடித்துக் கொண்டால் ரொம்ப நல்லது.[/QUOTEwe will

Thats the plan venkkiram. There are no தலைவர்கள் today, but will take few minutes to thank the sponsors, particularly the ones who gave their heart, soul, days, night and family time (like all Tamil Sangams from NJ, DE, NY, PA, CT etc). Venki - btw, the other venki that I got confused with, you will see him today before raaja star occupies the stage. I finally got his number and mentioned about our conversation as well. I am not sure if I can meet you today, but message me once you are in the auditorium and I will try my best to say hello atleast.

[njv]

I have posted some videos that I have taken while testing the auditorium. Pardon the video shakeup. Its new camera (bought 2 days back, just for this concert!) and not yet used to it.

http://www.youtube.com/user/idreamraaja

[uvowefiyas]

I will ask him during dinner event. Please post your questions.

BGM soundtrack cds from his movies. please ask him about that if he has ever plans to release it. we badly need those gems

[uvowefiyas]

I will ask him during dinner event. Please post your questions.

we need a concert just with instruments like his movie BGMs. or based on albums like music messaih. you can ask if he has any thoughts on that area. on atleast major part of concert covered in this format and minimal portion with singers

[skr]

Wishing all who are attending the NJ concert a wonderful musical experience ..
Having attended the concert in Chennai , i can guarantee that it will be a surreal experience watching the Live music unfold right in front of you..

Please let us know if any television channel in India will be covering the event ? Heard Vijay tv has rights only for the Canada show..
Hope some efforts are being made to video record the show , eager to watch it :)
Just a suggestion whoever is the anchor , perhaps you can ask about some of the background scenes which took place when composing the original song ..
In the Bangalore concert , he shared some interesting anecdotes about the composing of Aye Zindagi happened so quickly , showcased the xerox score sheet of En Iniya Pon Nilave , how RD Burman did a somersault listening to one of his kannada songs , the nostalgia of composing for movies like Priya etc in Brindavan Gardens etc..These were nice to hear and interesting..

Some Questions from my side to be asked to him.
1) When will his website Ilayathalam come into full operation ?
2) Will it be possible to have a complete discography of his work and have an platform for official download of all his songs in digital format.
3) Also will it be possible to have voiceless BGM tracks of all his works. (Im wishing all his songs + BGM are uploaded in Ilayathalam for his fans to download)
4) Any means to get atleast the music from his movies which are not likely to release ..Eg Padithurai , Happi
5) Can he do a full fledged WCM Album ?

Thanks

[Vinodkumar]

I went to the auditorium yesterday and checked speaker setup from various parts of the auditorium and all looked fine. Sound engineer was good enough to accept my request to test with Maestro;s song itself, so I tested "raakkamma kaiyathattu", "raajathi raajanengal raaja" and "mounamaana neram" (telugu version from youtube) and it all looked very nice. If we get the quality I heard today, our ears are blessed. Keep the fingers crossed.... I expect a lot today... can
Good to hear that.. The last thing you need is a silly mistakes like overwhelming sub and mic feedback. I'm pretty sure that it will be a feast...

[Vinodkumar]

Wishing all who are attending the NJ concert a wonderful musical experience ..
Having attended the concert in Chennai , i can guarantee that it will be a surreal experience watching the Live music unfold right in front of you..

Please let us know if any television channel in India will be covering the event ? Heard Vijay tv has rights only for the Canada show..
Hope some efforts are being made to video record the show , eager to watch it :)
Just a suggestion whoever is the anchor , perhaps you can ask about some of the background scenes which took place when composing the original song ..
In the Bangalore concert , he shared some interesting anecdotes about the composing of Aye Zindagi happened so quickly , showcased the xerox score sheet of En Iniya Pon Nilave , how RD Burman did a somersault listening to one of his kannada songs , the nostalgia of composing for movies like Priya etc in Brindavan Gardens etc..These were nice to hear and interesting..

Some Questions from my side to be asked to him.
1) When will his website Ilayathalam come into full operation ?
2) Will it be possible to have a complete discography of his work and have an platform for official download of all his songs in digital format.
3) Also will it be possible to have voiceless BGM tracks of all his works. (Im wishing all his songs + BGM are uploaded in Ilayathalam for his fans to download)
4) Any means to get atleast the music from his movies which are not likely to release ..Eg Padithurai , Happi
5) Can he do a full fledged WCM Album ?

Thanks

I can even volunteer to remaster his BGM track and make it available in a digital format with different resolutions (CD and High Res) and formats.

[venkkiram]

Raja sings Janani. Sound system is good. Devine vibration in my body now.

[venkkiram]

Started at 7 pm sharp. Before Raja appears on stage, the troop played a 3 minute score. Excellent. Whatever I go to enjoy from now on will be a bonus.

[apewenodurug]

Thank you Venkirram for your updates. Eagerly awaiting more from those at the NJ concert!

[skr]

Song updates collected from tweets :
1) Janani Janani
2) Om Shivoham
3) Jagadananda
4) Ithu Sangeetha thirunala
5) Shenbagame
6) Mouna Mana Neram
7) Ninnukori Varnam
8 ) Idhayam Oru Kovil
9) Lalitha Priya Kamalam
10) Thogai Ilamayil
11) Ennodu Va Va Enru Sollamatten
12) Madurai Marikozhundhu Vaasam
12) Azhagu Malar Aada
13) Naanaaga Naanillai
14) Anandha Then Kaatru
15) Tholin Mele
16) Naan Thedum Sevvanthipoo
17) Balapam Petti Bamaballu
18) Ninaivo Oru Paravai
19) Thamthana Thamthana
20) Oliyile Therivadhu
21) Sorgame Endraalum
22) Priya Oh Priya
23) Naan Porandha Vandha
24) Priyathamma
25) Saaindhu Saaindhu

[venkkiram]

This event has so far delivered lot of interesting things. Mano, SPB, Raja, Karthik Raja and Chitra shared nice things. This is how an event with Raja should happen. No more cine/media hosts needed.

[skr]

Thanks for the update ..Please do write a review of the show. Interested to know what all was shared.
Is the show over ? What songs were performed after Saaindhu Saaindhu ?

[venkkiram]

Kaadhal oviyam - started with Telugu (by SPB) and ended with Tamil (king)
Ananda Ragam ketkum

[venkkiram]

Maasi maasam is playing now (SPB) in Telugu. Raja few minutes back in a discussion with Balu mentioned how good lyrics elevating a tune to a high level and mentioned abt this song the way nice words of telugu sat properly on the tune.

[venkkiram]

Overall the percussion sound coming very good. That experience I will never feel from youtube uploads I guess. Live experience makes this whole hall as a heaven.

[venkkiram]

OMG! Vanithaamani from Vikram! Drums sound-la seat starts vibrating! With romanctic balu!

[venkkiram]

Telugu version of Thak Thak.. SPB honey soaked voice entertains the whole audience.. I like this event package - it brings best of both from Tamil and Telugu..

[skr]

Updating the list
1) Janani Janani
2) Om Shivoham
3) Jagadananda
4) Ithu Sangeetha thirunala
5) Shenbagame
6) Mouna Mana Neram
7) Ninnukori Varnam
8 ) Idhayam Oru Kovil
9) Lalitha Priya Kamalam, Rudraveena
10) Thogai Ilamayil - SPB
11) Ennodu Va Va Enru Sollamatten
12) Madurai Marikozhundhu Vaasam
12) Azhagu Malar Aada
13) Naanaaga Naanillai
14) Anandha Then Kaatru
15) Tholin Mele
16) Naan Thedum Sevvanthipoo
17) Balapam Petti Bamaballu
18) Ninaivo Oru Paravai
19) Thamthana Thamthana
20) Oliyile Therivadhu
21) Sorgame Endraalum
22) Priya Oh Priya
23) Naan Porandha Vandha
24) Naan Porandhu
25) Saaindhu Saaindhu
26) Sundari Kannal
27) Maate Mantramu
28) Katril Varum Geethame
29) Anandha Ragam
30) Enno Raatrulostayi
31) Vanitha Mani
32) Unakkum Enakkum Anandham
33) Poovarasampoo Poothachu
Anything after this , please update.

[venkkiram]

Raja has taken us to heaven - by Thenral vanthu.. With Chinnakuyil!

[skr]

Thendral Vandhu Theendum is it ? Was it after Poovarasampoo ..

[Vinodkumar]

Raja has taken us to heaven - by Thenral vanthu.. With Chinnakuyil!

Hope that there was no feedback or overwhelming bass or any one instrument dominating... Sounds like great start (on time) and lots of music ? Looking forward to a review about the whole program...

[sivasub]

first of the vidoes out... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhvpasqdfkI whistling seems to spoil the fun again...

[venkkiram]

இசையை தரிசனம் செய்துவிட்ட சந்தோஷம்! வாழ்க்கையின் முக்கியமான தருணங்களில் ஒன்றானது..

[venkkiram]

SPB calling Raja as the greatest composer of this era

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekSGKB5_h4M

[skr]

Final list of songs performed at NJ concert ..
1) Janani Janani
2) Om Shivoham
3) Jagadananda
4) Ithu Sangeetha thirunala
5) Shenbagame
6) Mouna Mana Neram
7) Ninnukori Varnam
8 ) Idhayam Oru Kovil
9) Lalitha Priya Kamalam
10) Thogai Ilamayil
11) Ennodu Va Va Enru Sollamatten
12) Madurai Marikozhundhu Vaasam
12) Azhagu Malar Aada
13) Naanaaga Naanillai
14) Anandha Then Kaatru
15) Tholin Mele
16) Naan Thedum Sevvanthipoo
17) Balapam Petti Bamaballu
18) Ninaivo Oru Paravai
19) Thamthana Thamthana
20) Oliyile Therivadhu
21) Sorgame Endraalum
22) Priya Oh Priya
23) Naan Porandha Vandha
24) Priyathamma
25) Saaindhu Saaindhu
26) Sundari Kannal
27) Maate Mantramu
28) Katril Varum Geethame
29) Anandha Ragam
30) Enno Raatrulostayi
31) Vanitha Mani
32) Unakkum Enakkum Anandham
33) Poovarasampoo Poothachu
34) Abba Nee Tiyyani Debba
35) Thendral Vandhu Theendum
36) Prema Entha Madhuram
37) Jagadi Jagadi Ja
38) Oram Po

Great selection of songs and am sure whoever attended the concert would have thorougly enjoyed the mindblowing music..
Waiting for full fledged reviews and videos of the show.

[skr]

I saw a tweet saying "1 Apr 87 Notes are read by Raaja "
Can somebody please mention which song it was and any background story pertaining to it ?

[kr]

Thanks to njv we had great seats - 6th row from the stage right in front of Ilayaraaja. Great concert. All the singers sang well. Ilayaraaja looked divine. His voice is so divine. The orchestra was great - kudos to Balesh on shenanig
Shenai - SpB and Mano demonstrated their affection for Ilayaraaja. Ilayaraaja was depending quite a lot on them for making announcements/comments to the crowd. The choir singers were good. The guy Senthil who sang in different voices was terrific. Ilayaraaja announcing the names of the orchestra was classy - especially when he announced Sebastian the violin player who had been with him since his first movie, announcing cello sekar as son of kunnakudi vaidyanathan and thanking prabhakatr. Overall, a great experience. My love and admiration for for Ilayaraaja has only increased much more!

[venkkiram]

I saw a tweet saying "1 Apr 87 Notes are read by Raaja "
Can somebody please mention which song it was and any background story pertaining to it ?ninnukkori varnam I guess.

[San_K]

Wov! It seems Ilayaraja have seen my request. My fav the awesome "Tholin Mele" frm Ninaivellam Nithya was played in NJ Concert. :D

[sivasub]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwKIweqhb5A&feature=youtu.be swargame endralum

[venkkiram]

ராஜாவின் விஸ்வரூபம் - இதயம் ஒரு கோயில் - அவருடைய கையசைவுகள் அரங்கத்தையே கட்டிப்போடுகிறது..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63P2MTItmdA

[njv]

KR - I was on 4th row and couldn't see you since I was going back and forth. Glad that you had better/best view.

Maestro is so simple and very casual. I will post my experience with maestro later.

Being on the stage with raja sir is not even a dream I had in my life and it happened. I am more than blessed.

[njv]

One of the bouncer was so moved by raja sirs music yesterday and he said he want to honor him by taking him to a nice restaurant.

He mentioned that His music is not Jazz, not Hip-hop, not blue but its his. He also said he was very well connected during the whole show.

[buggle]

You are blessed njv, please do share your experience with the maestro

[Vinodkumar]

You are blessed njv, please do share your experience with the maestro
I agree.. not may would get a chance like that. Balaji.. you are very fortunate to get an opportunity like that... something you can cherish for ever....

[venkkiram]

நின்னுக்கோரி வர்ணம்!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fxvbn3B8JDQ


Raja : அடுத்த பாட்டு போலாமா!
Mano: அடுத்த பாட்டு உங்களோடு இணைந்து பாட
Raja : ஓ! என்னோட நீ சேர்ந்து பாடப் போறியா ?
Mano: இல்லை
Raja : உனக்கும் எனக்கும் டூயட்டே இல்லையே :rotfl:

[svaisn]

5 Hours of just MUSIC..... SPEECHLESS... It was amazing to see the huge crowd enjoying the music till 11:30 PM :clap: Raja's pure magic :thumbsup:

On High.......
a. Chitra Chechi singing Ninukori - almost the whole auditorium joined the song (clapping)
b. Mano Shenbagame - When he finished both the charanam, there was a huge applause. Neat singing as always
c. SPB and CHitra - Mounamaana neram, especially when SPB finished it in Tamil :clap:
d. Raja Raja Raja - Idhayam oru koil, humming vandha pothe... had goose bumps... aprum it was sheer magic again
e. Mano and Chitra - AND NOT TO FORGET Arunmozhi.. when he missed the flute after the chorus, Raja made them to it again and he proved it was a ONE OFF case and what followed was a FLAWLESS presentation...
f. All of a sudden, without any hint... the auditorium heard the most soulful Aalap... then the chinnakuyil joined the Maestro in Naan Thedum Sevandhi poovidhu... :goosebumps:
g. Karthik - Filled the auditorium with his magnificient voice OLIYILE... wished he had chitra for company :sigh:
h. Yes, Once again he proved "HE WAS RAJA" and has tied the entire audience with his music with his Sorgame Endraalum... esp when he stopped during the saranam and sang the lyrics without music... the crowd brought the auditorium down with their claps... PRICELESS MOMENT
i. Sundari Kannal and Thendral Vanthu -- Both the songs took us directly to HEAVEN.... Chitra supporting in both the song... SHE WAS THE QUEEN OF THE EVENT :bow: couldnt control it... almost in tears :(
j. Lasttt BUT THE BEST.... Raja and SPB closing it off with style... Then pandi cheemayile in Telugu and then Raja singing it with his LYRICS :bow:

Suprises!!!
a. Vanitha Mani - Didnt expect even a bit... wow!!!!! the drums shook the whole auditorium....
b. Chitra and Anitha singing Tham thana tham thana thalam varum... Great, Great, Great...
c. Priyadarshini's Poovarasampoo was flawless.. she deserves more
d. Ramya and Yuvan signing Ninaivo oru paravai.... Man, you ought to listen the gal doing the humming towards the end of charanam :clap:
e. Anitha, Ramya, Priyadarshini... These girls gave everything they had... simply amazing....:bow:

Wished......
a. Hariharan and Sadhana were there... they could have saved "Kaatril varum geethame" - all time favourite
b. Bhava wasnt given those songs...
c. My favourites weren't sung in telugu :cry: Maasi masam, Priya oh Priya, Mounamana neram, Idazhlil kathai.... wanted to hear it in Tamil...

Couldn't understand what went wrong/planned for Unakkum enakkum was very confused.. :roll:

Typical Raja, when he went mad at the crowd "2 months practice panninatha paada vidunga" "ithu than enakku thara mariyathaiyaa"... then when he made them play again Madura marikozhunthu (prelude), the shehnai part.... amazinggg Raja all over the venue.....


I just didn't want the concert to finish... wanted more and when Raja bowed in front of the audience... could stop my TEARS... was blessed to witness this LIVE.... PRAYING for a long life for this MAN and wish he continues to entertain us for manyyyyyyyyy manyyy more years

[svaisn]

KR - I was on 4th row and couldn't see you since I was going back and forth. Glad that you had better/best view.

Maestro is so simple and very casual. I will post my experience with maestro later.

Being on the stage with raja sir is not even a dream I had in my life and it happened. I am more than blessed.

Great :clap:
were u in the group who were brought to stage...??
It was a well organized show by the organizers... :bow: :bow: and THANKS for not spoiling the show with having Vivek/Gopinath....

We should have avoided the first hour mokkai of that lady :cry: semma mokkai good that they didnt come in during the concert.... THAPPICHOM DA SAAMI

[ukiuovebi]

5 Hours of just MUSIC..... SPEECHLESS... It was amazing to see the huge crowd enjoying the music till 11:30 PM :clap: Raja's pure magic :thumbsup:


I just didn't want the concert to finish... wanted more and when Raja bowed in front of the audience... could stop my TEARS... was blessed to witness this LIVE.... PRAYING for a long life for this MAN and wish he continues to entertain us for manyyyyyyyyy manyyy more years

Very much true svaisn. I also have the same feeling/thought like you. I couldn't control my tears when he bowed. Even now when i think of that moment, tears started rolling...

[njv]

svaisn

Yes. I was fortunate and more than blessed enough to be on the stage. White shirt, beige pant.

Thanks
njv

[ukiuovebi]

NJV, Thank you for all the help!. I am lucky/blessed to make it to this show.

[svaisn]

svaisn

Yes. I was fortunate and more than blessed enough to be on the stage. White shirt, beige pant.

Thanks
njv

Lucky you :) wish I had known u in person... unga thayavule Rajave pakkathule paathirukaalam :) anyways, no regrets....just want to listen to him.. athu pothum

[AravindMano]

njv - Take a bow. This concert was just terrific. Please convey this to the whole team. I won't be surprised if this remains one of the best concerts of Raja ever.

I am totally surprised how they pulled off every Telugu song with ease given that they were all last minute additions. I totally loved all telugu song choices too.

Thank you, really!

[skr]

Im really happy for all of you who got to attend this spectacular concert ..By seeing the song list and updates , it seems like it was the best ever concert of IR ..
Even in Endrendrum Raaja in Chennai which was a whirlwind experience and Bangalore one where the sound quality was great we didnt have this many songs performed..

Congrats njv .. Considering that there were no plans in the beginning to even have a concert in the first place , the way it has come out deserves a thunderous applause ..
For many of you it must have been an unforgettable experience.. I hope and wish this event will be telecasted in India ..

Waiting for you njv to post exclusively about Raja..
Hope you guys had the opportunity to have dinner with him and ask some interesting questions regarding his music , website , digitisation of his songs , BGM etc..
Hats off yet again for the effort :)

[njv]

Im really happy for all of you who got to attend this spectacular concert ..By seeing the song list and updates , it seems like it was the best ever concert of IR ..
Even in Endrendrum Raaja in Chennai which was a whirlwind experience and Bangalore one where the sound quality was great we didnt have this many songs performed..

Congrats njv .. Considering that there were no plans in the beginning to even have a concert in the first place , the way it has come out deserves a thunderous applause ..
For many of you it must have been an unforgettable experience.. I hope and wish this event will be telecasted in India ..

Waiting for you njv to post exclusively about Raja..
Hope you guys had the opportunity to have dinner with him and ask some interesting questions regarding his music , website , digitisation of his songs , BGM etc..
Hats off yet again for the effort :)

Thanks. We had dinner with raja sir, but it was crowded heavily and could t ask much, but I asked few questions and got favorable answer to most of it. Questions I received and asked raja sir are

1. Meenakshi Sthotram, BGM tracks - in digital form - wait for announcement soon
2. Possibility of doing Italy like concert - probably the only question that brightened up his face
3. possibility of some major western media (BBC, CNN like standard) doing his documentary

Since I haven't received any questions about website, I didn't ask him. There is a team working on his website. If there are any specific questions, I can direct it to them. I myself is going to suggest 1 question per day/week and possibility of interacting his global fans thru online.

[njv]

Few things

1. I didn't ask these questions during dinner night, but asked him during other time I had with Raaja sir.
2. I myself is not associated with IDreamMedia. I am a friend of CEO of IDream media and a very very fortunate volunteer. Even Raaja sir don't know it.
3. I myself doesn't know music. I tried hard to learn and never got it, but more determine now to try again. Any pointers here would be of great help. So in couldn't ask questions that were too technical (something to do with selection of particular raga for a song or how he select scale for a song).

I also want to thank Tfmpage hubbers, because thru this forum I learned enough to not mess up with Raaja sir.

I tried to help hubbers in anyway I could. If I didn't respond favorably to any hubbers (mostly picture with Raaja sir or what's his schedule, so we can visit the place and see glimpse of Raja sir), that's because the minute I bring people (including my own kids), he will lose trust on me.

[njv]

NJV, Thank you for all the help!. I am lucky/blessed to make it to this show.

Than you indeed. Many people volunteered to only get glimpses or Raaja sir and never did any work, but you did helped us, so thank you.

[Kimrep]

went to the NJ concert. venue was very good, it was great to see the crowd building up before the concert, there was awesome sense of excitement/anticipation in the crowd, felt like being in a close family function.


there was delay, concert started at 7PM. "NJV" , based on your posts, I am assuming you were the person on the stage before the concert with the lady in blue sarree, you did a good job, cant say the same for your co-host :)


the concert started with an instrumental piece raaja said was composed for this tour and then it was janani janani, I get goosebumps just typing that up, it was surreal seeing him. just that was worth going to the concert.


Did not want to start the post with a negative tone, but there were issues. while i didnt have great seats on the floor like some other posters seemed to have had, i did have decent seat ($100) on the lower level about 20-30 rows above the floor almost in straight line from the stage. when i walked in, i was bracing myself for awesome sound. But when the concert started, it was like music out of a boombox. It was very very frustrating, it sounded like just speakers up front near the stage were on, I don't know how they setup sound for rock concerts which must happen at this venue but if it was this way people would ask for money back. it was as if no rehearsal was performed earlier to test the sound. I am not technical enough to explain what was wrong, but there definitely was not enough bass, couldnt hear the chorus, it was tough to hear Ramya's voice in saindhu sanduh etc,.. it went on like this for nearly half the concert, by the time they hit Sundhari kannal oru seidhi everything seemed to have been taken care of, it sounded great except they cut off Chitra's mic right after an interlude for a couple .


Good:
Vanitha mani was pleasant surprise, was great
Raaja, at least at the beginning was in good mood, was having fun singing.
As always, SPB, Chitra, Mano and Karthik, for that matter all singers (except one) were very good
thamthana thamthana had a new arrangement was very good. IR said it was done specifically for the tour as well. crowd asked for a repeat, mano was stand-in MC and didnt really get what was requested
there was very little random speechifying on stage, once the music started it was all about music for good portion of the first half
Raaja appreciated the telugu version of the lyrics for maasi maasam, whatever people say about him not appreciating wordings is not accurate
At one point SPB said, "I have been asking him to do tours for a while, i am glad he has finally started". Raaja said that he would like to but it takes a lot of effort and despite everything they do, mistakes happen on stage and every time that happens he feels thousand pin pricks. He was very honest (as always) and humble about it, felt like he gets demotivated by it.
He credited Karthik (raaja) for helping him with arrangements for thendral vanthu (again, this was another song that got messed up by sound where i was sitting) and several other songs
there were lot more good stuff like these


not so good:
He did lecture the crowd at one point when there were repeated requests. he even implied that it was disrespectful. I think his point was that they have prepared several good songs and it will not be fair to just play something without preparing ahead...
Karthik was heavily under utilized.
Songs were great for rabid fans like us, but some more peppy songs would have worked the crowd better.
Dont think he can handle multilingual audiance, would be nice if he just let SPB take over tamil/telugu mix of song selection and addressing the crowd in english. I think telugu fans felt a little let down.
Yuvan, Karthik raja and karthik attempted an impromptu (at least it felt that way) rendition of "roading mele" it didnt work very well




Bad:
There was a clear sigh ("ayyoo..") in the section of crowd where I was every time Bavatharini was asked to sing, clearly the weakest singer.
Sound




Overall it was well worth it. Hope he does this again, but I doubt he will.

[venkkiram]

Have lot of things to share.. I will write a detailed report and post tonight.

[Fliflo]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sr9sPZADYEE

Idhayam Oru Koil - my little piece of video in HD quality.

[njv]

there was delay, concert started at 7PM. "NJV" , based on your posts, I am assuming you were the person on the stage before the concert with the lady in blue sarree, you did a good job, cant say the same for your co-host :)
Overall it was well worth it. Hope he does this again, but I doubt he will.

I am not the person on stage, but I am the one who suggested him as Plan B. If I had been there on stage at 6 PM, it would have been an empty auditorium by 7 PM. BTW, it wasnt a delayed start, but a planned delay, so all people can come in. We are waiting for accurate status of how many people showed up after 6 PM, but we expect this to be ~20%. Thats how all concerts are done.

Dont assume anyting about Raaja sir. We all have surprises awaiting... watch out facebook.com/Ilayathalam. I strongly suggest you to subscribe to the page as well.

[svaisn]

Dont assume anyting about Raaja sir. We all have surprises awaiting... watch out facebook.com/Ilayathalam. I strongly suggest you to subscribe to the page as well.

enna solla varenga njv... naan FBle illaiye.. also update us in this forum

[Joannepx]

Here is my list of songs

1) Janani Janani -- thai moogambigai
2) om siva om - Naan kadavul (maestro and karthik rocked.. really felt the vibration)
3)jagadananda karaka - Sri ramajayam(Telugu-- SPB and Anitha)
4) Ithu sangeetha thirunaalo - Kadhulukku mariyathai (Bhavatharini and chorus)
5) shenbagemy shenbagemy -Enga ooru pattukaaran (Mano)
6) Mounamela Noye - sagarasangamam ( SPB and Chitra- spb sung telugu and tamil version)
7) Ninnukoori Varanam - Agni nakshatram (Chitra all the way..)
8) Lalitha priya kamalam /Ithazil kathai ezhuthum - Rudraveena
9) Idhayam oru kovil - Ithaya kovil (Maestro)
10) Thamana Thamanana -Puthiya varpugal(Interludes are different from original..but mindblowing)
11) thogai ilayamayil - Payanagal mudivathillai
12) Ennodu vaa - NEPV
13)Tholin mela yarum illa- short one from Karthikraja, Yuvan and karthik
14) ninaivo oru paravai - Sigappu rojakkal
15) Naan thedum sevanthi poovithu - Dharmapathini - IR and Chitra
16) Azhagu malar aada - Vaitheki kathirunthaal - Senthil and Ramya
17) Anandam then kaatru thalatuthey - Manipoor mamiyar - Senthil and Ramya (haven't heard this song before)
18) Balampatti baama vallo - bobbili raja - mano and chitra
19) Naanga naan illai - Thoongathey thambi thoongathey (interesting songs 21 thru 25 are in same raaga "Hindolam" and all sung without a break
20) madhura mazhikozhundu - enga ooru pattukaran
21) oliyele therivathu - azhaki (karthik and the orchestra were awesome)
22) sorkamey endralum - ooruvitu ooru vandhu (IR tweaked the lyrics to customize)29)O priya Priya - Geetanjali (Telugu)
23) Naan poranthu valaranthu - Mayabaazar (Song without orchestra.. hearing it for the 1st time)
24) Priyathama - Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari (telugu)
25) saindhu saindhu - NEPV
26)sundari kannal oru seidhi -Dhalapathi (SPB and chitra.. no matter how much time u hear, u get the same feeling.. maestro maestro thaan)
27) Maate Mantramu Seetakoka Chiluka - (Telugu version of kadhal oviyam padum kaviyam)
28)kaatri varum geethamey - Oru naal oru kanavu
29) ananda ragam ketkum - panner pushpangal (Priyadharshini did justice to Uma ramanan)
30)Enno Raatrulostayi-- telugu version of maasi maasam alaana poonu
31) vanithamani - vikram
32)unakkum enakkum anandam- "Black eyed peas" tamil track thats the power of maestro
33)poovarsam poo pothachu - Kizhakey pogum rail
34) Abba Nee Tiyyani Debba- Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari (Telugu) - original version of dhak dhak from beta
35) Thendral vandhu theendum bodhu- Avaatharam
36) priyathama-- Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari
37) Enno Raatrulosthayi
38)Prema Entha Madhuram -ABHINANDANA (Telugu)
39)botany class undi - Shiva (Telugu)
40) orampo orampo rukumani - Poonu ooruku pudusu
41) kuthu chamba pacharisi - Annakilli
42) nila athu vanathu mela and thenpandi chemmaiyele - nayagan - The show ended with Lullaby :)

[Joannepx]

I was hearing "ananda then kaatru" song for the first time. wondering how I missed this one. Such a treasure. Not sure how many were there like this.

[njv]

enna solla varenga njv... naan FBle illaiye.. also update us in this forum

Ofcourse. will update this page.

[rajabhakthan]

Sundar Varadarajan,

if my memory serves right, "Anandha thEn kARRu" is from the unreleased movie "maNippUr mAmiyAr". That is why it is not so popular. The movie also had another song "samayal pAdamE" (which was reused as "enna samayalO" in "unnAl mudiyum thambi")

[Fliflo]

njv...What was the total attendance. I saw some upper sections had unfilled areas. Are they for season ticket holders?? My estimate was anywhere between 12,000 - 15,000.

[svaisn]

Innoru vishayam NJV... where did Hariharan and Sadhana go??

Wish Sadhana was there... no regrets on Hari missing though :)

[kr]

I heard Hari made a fuss he wouldnt sing Telugu songs and dropped out - Is that true? How about Sadhana?

[SingaRam]

- I heard that Suhasini backed out in the last minute when she came to understand that the NJ organizers had nothing to do with the CA concert and that she was only interested to come to CA show. is that true?

- This might be a stupid question, but am just asking - Who actually calls the shots to make the song list selection? Maestro IR or is it a collation of a list from several sources?

- I enjoyed the show overall, but if we had something musical as well for the first one hour of wait in addition to the , it would have been a great warming up session. For example, a local orchestra doing some initial rounds and then getting the giants perform. Just a day before the shows, I was approached by one of the members in the organizers for me to do a one-man-show - Playing Keys lead and backings for non-IR songs per the initial discussions. But, the same fissiled out due to some security clearance issues by the Prudential Center. My bad luck. :-( Else, I was all geared to engage the audience to some peppy numbers. In fact my proposed song list for this so called one man show was also approved. :-)

[njv]

I heard Hari made a fuss he wouldnt sing Telugu songs and dropped out - Is that true? How about Sadhana?

Don't believe in rumors. Inky Hari sir can tell why he didnt come.

[njv]

I am not sure who is speculating all these, but very interesting theories. If anyone know why they didnt show up, please post it here. Would be interesting to know ;)

[Vinodkumar]

I heard Hari made a fuss he wouldnt sing Telugu songs and dropped out - Is that true? How about Sadhana?
My wife did talk to Sadhana Sargam. It looks like she was booked for Toronto and California concerts (since NJ concert was planned at a later stage). She was heading back home after the Toronto concert. Not sure about Hari..

[kr]

Balaji, I was told about Hari by the TAGDV guys who said they were there in the morning for the rehearsal of telugu songs. It seems they had a meeting with IR that was cancelled because IR had to rehearse that morning for the telugu songs. Apologize if untrue.

[njv]

Balaji, I was told about Hari by the TAGDV guys who said they were there in the morning for the rehearsal of telugu songs. It seems they had a meeting with IR that was cancelled because IR had to rehearse that morning for the telugu songs. Apologize if untrue.

You don't need to apologize. it's just people assuming things and speaking on behalf of artists and creating bad impression. Morning rehearsals happened in the same sequence that you saw in the evening. That's one of the reason senior artists and legends like Raja sir don't speak much. We interpret them differently. People don't listen. They hear what they want to hear. I myself miscommunicated few times because I don't know some of the terms they use, so imagine how many people the messages must have crossed before coming to you.

[Joannepx]

Any idea why Raja sir got upset over the audience towards the end? I thought the crowd behaved well, showed their maturity and respected the artists. I heard the message said, but I felt it could have been handled better or ignored it

[sivasub]

TV9 covering the event in their news.....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFHsIL4XMe4

[njv]

Any idea why Raja sir got upset over the audience towards the end? I thought the crowd behaved well, showed their maturity and respected the artists. I heard the message said, but I felt it could have been handled better or ignored it

There are few people in VIP section, constantly demanding Telugu songs and continuously disturbed.

Handled better: this is not any official answer, but after the show while going back maestro said he didn't connect with audience for first few songs but established connection after a while. I am not sure how you can quantify this. It's the vibe and feeling of being involved. Perhaps for maestro he indeed was talking to every one of us. Put yourself in that shoe and think about someone breaking that bond.

Raaja sir is music and music is Raaja sir. In our way backed, when we thanked his, he said "why thank me? It's my duty". He seriously believe har his life is meant to create music for us, so he takes music very very seriously.

[Joannepx]

There are few people in VIP section, constantly demanding Telugu songs and continuously disturbed.

Handled better: this is not any official answer, but after the show while going back maestro said he didn't connect with audience for first few songs but established connection after a while. I am not sure how you can quantify this. It's the vibe and feeling of being involved. Perhaps for maestro he indeed was talking to every one of us. Put yourself in that shoe and think about someone breaking that bond.

Raaja sir is music and music is Raaja sir. In our way backed, when we thanked his, he said "why thank me? It's my duty". He seriously believe har his life is meant to create music for us, so he takes music very very seriously.

Agree with you 100% NJV... Thanks for explanation

[SingaRam]

Here is my list of songs

1) Janani Janani -- thai moogambigai
2) om siva om - Naan kadavul (maestro and karthik rocked.. really felt the vibration)
3)jagadananda karaka - Sri ramajayam(Telugu-- SPB and Anitha)
4) Ithu sangeetha thirunaalo - Kadhulukku mariyathai (Bhavatharini and chorus)
5) shenbagemy shenbagemy -Enga ooru pattukaaran (Mano)
6) Mounamela Noye - sagarasangamam ( SPB and Chitra- spb sung telugu and tamil version)
7) Ninnukoori Varanam - Agni nakshatram (Chitra all the way..)
8) Lalitha priya kamalam /Ithazil kathai ezhuthum - Rudraveena
9) Idhayam oru kovil - Ithaya kovil (Maestro)
10) Thamana Thamanana -Puthiya varpugal(Interludes are different from original..but mindblowing)
11) thogai ilayamayil - Payanagal mudivathillai
12) Ennodu vaa - NEPV
13)Tholin mela yarum illa- short one from Karthikraja, Yuvan and karthik
14) ninaivo oru paravai - Sigappu rojakkal
15) Naan thedum sevanthi poovithu - Dharmapathini - IR and Chitra
16) Azhagu malar aada - Vaitheki kathirunthaal - Senthil and Ramya
17) Anandam then kaatru thalatuthey - Manipoor mamiyar - Senthil and Ramya (haven't heard this song before)
18) Balampatti baama vallo - bobbili raja - mano and chitra
19) Naanga naan illai - Thoongathey thambi thoongathey (interesting songs 21 thru 25 are in same raaga "Hindolam" and all sung without a break
20) madhura mazhikozhundu - enga ooru pattukaran
21) oliyele therivathu - azhaki (karthik and the orchestra were awesome)
22) sorkamey endralum - ooruvitu ooru vandhu (IR tweaked the lyrics to customize)29)O priya Priya - Geetanjali (Telugu)
23) Naan poranthu valaranthu - Mayabaazar (Song without orchestra.. hearing it for the 1st time)
24) Priyathama - Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari (telugu)
25) saindhu saindhu - NEPV
26)sundari kannal oru seidhi -Dhalapathi (SPB and chitra.. no matter how much time u hear, u get the same feeling.. maestro maestro thaan)
27) Maate Mantramu Seetakoka Chiluka - (Telugu version of kadhal oviyam padum kaviyam)
28)kaatri varum geethamey - Oru naal oru kanavu
29) ananda ragam ketkum - panner pushpangal (Priyadharshini did justice to Uma ramanan)
30)Enno Raatrulostayi-- telugu version of maasi maasam alaana poonu
31) vanithamani - vikram
32)unakkum enakkum anandam- "Black eyed peas" tamil track thats the power of maestro
33)poovarsam poo pothachu - Kizhakey pogum rail
34) Abba Nee Tiyyani Debba- Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari (Telugu) - original version of dhak dhak from beta
35) Thendral vandhu theendum bodhu- Avaatharam
36) priyathama-- Jagadeka Veerudu Atiloka Sundari
37) Enno Raatrulosthayi
38)Prema Entha Madhuram -ABHINANDANA (Telugu)
39)botany class undi - Shiva (Telugu)
40) orampo orampo rukumani - Poonu ooruku pudusu
41) kuthu chamba pacharisi - Annakilli
42) nila athu vanathu mela and thenpandi chemmaiyele - nayagan - The show ended with Lullaby :)

Thanks Sundar for the detailed list. So, the tally is 16% Telugu Songs Vs 84% Tamil songs and that's why I guess, the Telugu guys were frustrated and making noise. I also heard some Kannada folks in the first level gallery asking for Kannada numbers - For instance, a combination of Jotheyalli transitioning to Vizyille to Jane Do Na would have done some magic. Actually, I expected numbers like Mandram Vandha, Andhi Mazai...in addition. But, then, I guess, there are many aspects to consider and the list could get very long as, all of IR's songs are gems and evergreen.

[Joannepx]

Ramesh,
SPB clearly mentioned to audience that we should ask only "music" and not distinguish Telugu, Tamil or Hindi songs. As a matter of fact, I was expecting one or two Mallu or hindi songs.. But no regrets. The song selections were super and best.