Folk & Classical

Art in India, being rich in tradition finds expression not only in Classical form but also in varied folk forms peculiar to local culture. In this context Tamil folk has a special place in the musical scheme of things. Tamil folk music has an age-old tradition that vents emotional expression relevant to both day-to-day life and entertainment. There is a school of thought that opines that classical music has evolved from folk music. In this regard, Brhaddhvani has been in the forefront of research in finding empirical evidence for this school of thought. Sankari having got a flair for folk music, under the aegis of Brhaddhvani, has led many ensembles featuring the theme of "Folk to Classical". Doordharshan has telecast some of these programmes.


Cross Cultural Mosaic

Sankari has performed with Mr. Steve Coleman (Saxophone), one of the famous and prominent jazz musicians from U.S.A. She has also performed in "Madras Special", a Germany based percussionist, Ramesh Shotham's show along with Norbert Scholly (Guitar), Carl-Ludwig Hiibsch (Tuba), Jorgos Psirakis (Saxaphone) and Zoltan Lantos (violin), which has also been broadcast over German Radio. In addition, she has also performed with another German jazz troupe comprising Ramesh Shotam on the percussion, Cristopher Deu on the Vibraphone and Holger Mantey on the Piano.


TV Shows

DOORDHARSHAN

• SANDIPOM SINDIPOM.
• HELLO UNGALUDAN - Interactive Live Interview with Public
• ISAIYODU NAAN - Interactive Live Interview with Public

VIJAY TV

• NAIYANDI DARBAR.

SCV

• MUSIC QUIZ.