The Spiritual Heritage of Tyagaraja

DETAILS : 

• Author : S. Radhakrishnan , Ramanujachari .C 
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sri Ramakrishna Math
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 623 pages
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8171202683 
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8171202683
  
• Weight : 1100 g

ABOUT THE BOOK 

The Spiritual Heritage of Tyagaraja offers a profound exploration of the life, philosophy, and devotional compositions of Saint Tyagaraja, one of India’s greatest Carnatic music composers. The book delves into the spiritual essence behind his kritis, revealing their deep-rooted connection to Bhakti, Vedanta, and personal devotion to Lord Rama. Through thoughtful analysis, it highlights Tyagaraja’s vision of music as a pathway to liberation. The work beautifully blends musical appreciation with spiritual interpretation. It is an essential read for lovers of Carnatic music, spiritual seekers, and students of Indian cultural heritage.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR 

Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, India’s esteemed philosopher-statesman, brings his profound understanding of Indian spirituality and philosophy to this work. His scholarly clarity and spiritual depth illuminate the philosophical foundations of Tyagaraja’s compositions.
Ramanujachari C., a respected scholar of Indian music and literature, adds valuable insights into the cultural and musical context of Tyagaraja’s works. Together, their combined expertise offers a balanced and insightful study that enriches readers’ understanding of both music and spirituality. Their collaboration makes this book a timeless contribution to Indian philosophical and musical studies.