Below are some upcoming concerts in memory of Carnatic musician T. Muktamma and legendary poet Bharathiyar.
– On September 9 and 10 at Mylapore, the centenary celebrations in memory of T. Mukta called ‘Smrti Kusumanjali’ will include concerts by R. Vedavalli and other artistes, a Bharathanatyam performance by Uma Vasudevan, and lec-dems. Leela Samson will release a book titled ‘Tamizh Padams’. A musical tribute called ‘Ganamrta Muktavali’ will be rendered by Dr. Sowmya. Organised by Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi and Dr. V. Raghavan Centre for Performing Arts, Chennai. From 5 p.m. onwards at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, East Mada Street, Mylapore.
– On September 11 at Alwarpet, Rama Raghunathan will offer a musical homage to legendary poet Bharathiyar. ‘Mahakavi Bharathiyar Day’ will be celebrated from 11 a.m. onwards. All are welcome. At Srinivasa Gandhi Nilayam, 332, Ambujammal Street, Alwarpet. Ph: 24992696.
