Kelath Aravindakshan Marar
Kelath Aravindakshan Marar is a well known Chenda artist. He hails from Ollur in Thrissur district of Kerala, India. Aravindakshan Marar is a regular presence in Thrissur Pooram's Ilanjiththara Melam, [1] Peruvanam Pooram, Arattupuzha Pooram, Thrippunithura temple festival, Irinjalakuda Koodalmanikyam temple festival and other major temple festivals.[2]
Kelath Aravindakshan Marar | |
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 Kelath Aravindakshan Marar performing Melam | |
| Background information | |
| Born | 1942 Ollur, Thrissur, Kerala, India |
| Occupation(s) | Percussion Artist |
| Instruments | Chenda |
| Years active | 1954–present |
He was trained in percussion by his father Makoth Sankarankutty Marar. After completing his studies, he made his debut performance during Navarathri festival at Edakkunni temple at the age of 12.
Awards and recognition
- Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi Award for Kerala Musical Instructions - 2011 [3] [4]
- Sriramapada golden medal from Thriprayar Temple in 2019
References
- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/kochi/thrissur-pooram-retains-its-grandeur-excitement/articleshow/69315243.cms Thrissur Pooram retains its grandeur and excitement
- https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/gajolsavam-with-300-elephants-to-be-held-in-thrissur/article30125280.ece
- https://www.news18.com/news/india/sangeetha-nataka-akademi-awards-announced-436275.html Sangeetha Nataka Akademi Awards announced
- http://www.keralaculture.org/keraleeya-vadyangal-a-ksna/470 Department of Cultural Affairs, Government of Kerala. Awards
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