Month: October 2017
Farewell to Palakkad Radhakrishnan
Palakkad Radhakrishnan – One and only combo personality of all Abu Dhabi satsangs. A humble and simple person who plays multiple roles whenever there is a community activity of significance happening in Abu Dhabi. Percussionist, singer, good cook, last to leave – an overall selfless volunteer!.
He might not belong to the category of professional percussionists or vidhwans. But, he plays his beats from his heart with full of strength and divinity, and that covers the completeness of his music even if he is not given a microphone for his instrument as it happens many times!.
From physically assisting the set up of the venue from start till the end and also performing as percussionist of quality, I really admire him and his value to all of us.
I cherish my association with him all along.
Matha, Pitha, Guru Daivam. He is an example and continue to be, as he leaves Abu Dhabi tomorrow, 31st October 2017, after 21 years of Service to serve his aged mother.
May all Sathgurus and Gods shower him with peace, prosperity, good health and overall well being.
He will be available on Whatsapp +97155 657 89 75.
https://soundcloud.com/ramesh-menon-abudhabi/gananayakam-ganeshwaram-sai-bhajan-by-muthuraman
The divine ambience he creates can be enjoyed by listening to the above song where he plays Dholak to a beautiful bhajan.
Kathakali festival in Abu Dhabi
2 days of Kathakali festival #InAbuDhabi.
Titled “Kanninakkanandam (feast for eyes)”, Abu Dhabi Kathakali Festival 2017 showcases three plays of the 18th century poet laureate Irayimman Thampi who represents the golden age of Kathakali. Much admired by connoisseurs, his plays Keechakavadham, Uttaraswayamvaram and Dakshayagam continue to enthrall audiences with their music, action, rich emotional quotient, and literary finesse.
Keechakavadam and Uttaraswayamvaram are based on Viradaparvam of Mahabharatha, while Dakshayagam is based on Mahabhagavatham.
Festival opens on October 19th at Kerala Social Centre (KSC) Abu Dhabi with Uttaraswayamvaram.
Keechakavadam will be staged on 20th at India Social and Cultural Centre (ISC Abu Dhabi) in the afternoon followed by Dakshayagam in the evening.
Padmasri Kalamandalam Gopi will reveal another facet of his acting prowess with his Duryodhana in Uttaraswayamvaram and Daksha in Dakshayagam. All the renowned artists , musicians and percussionists forming part of this troupe will add their strength and skills to complete this tauryatrika (triple symphony) experience.
As part of this festival, a Thayambaka by renowned artist Sri. Panamanna Sasi and team will exhilarate the audience with the percussions on October 20th. A musical ensemble titled Carnatic Melodies led by Sri Biju Edappal is also scheduled in the evening.
Do not miss out this event to enjoy as well as understand the traditional art form froms Kerala. Added attraction is the Thayampaka – traditional colour performance on chenda, a popular percussion instrument of Kerala, in which the main player at the centre improvises rhythmically on the beats of half-a-dozen or a few more chenda and ilathalam players around.
A chance to watch international as well as local artists performing. A golden opportunity for Passionate Photographers. Hash tag your clicks with #PassionatePhotographers #TalentShare.
Best photo and photographer will get a special gift (this is a personal initiative to support the event conducted by Anoop Nair and his team).
Young ADIPEC Photography Competition 2017
The 2017 Young ADIPEC photography theme is announced as Sense of Community, in line with the UAE’s 2017 Year of Giving.• Influence
• Integration and fulfilment
• Shared emotional connection
2. Boys 15-18 years
3. Girls 11-14 years
4. Girls 15-18 years
ENTER THE COMPETITION IN JUST 3 EASY STEPS:
1. Take one or more photos that fit the theme. You can use only your camera, photos taken by a mobile camera are not eligible for entry.
2. Download the submission form: www.adipec.com/youngadipec (a maximum of three entries per person are allowed).
The judging session will take place on Saturday 28 October and winners will be notified shortly afterwards. Winning entries and Runners-up of each category will appear on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and in the Photography Competition Zone at the Young ADIPEC stand, during ADIPEC 2017 (13 – 16 November at ADNEC).
WINNERS AND RUNNERS UP CAN COLLECT THEIR PRIZES ON TUESDAY 14 NOVEMBER AT 16:00 AT THE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION ZONE.
Young ADIPEC Photography Competition 2017
ADIPEC 2017 is here around and the prestigious Young ADIPEC Photography competition for children. The theme for the 2017 Young ADIPEC photography: “Sense of Community”. As it is the year of given in UAE our theme will encourage young photographers to express their feeling and sense of belonging in the community.
It will focus on displaying the four elements of Sense of Community which are membership, influence, integration and fulfilment of needs, shared emotional connection.
Encourage your children to participate. Click on the link to know more:
https://www.adipec.com/features/young-adipec/young-adipec-photography-competition/
Deadline to submit: 15th October 2017
Basic values – Short Take – Gulf Today Dt 07 October 2017
Life is not easy
for most of us. People face different challenges, personal and professional tensions. However, some are fortunate. They enjoy privileges that they don’t deserve.
Opportunities for excelling in one’s field are rare. They have to be grabbed with both hands and mind with a “Thank you” note to God almighty.
But, some take it all lightly. For mundane reasons, they resist changes in life and situations happening around them. What one has to remember is there is no assurance that you will be in the position that you are now the next moment.
The only thing one can control is conduct, dedication and self-discipline. Do not add anything more to existing disharmony. Always try to understand from the other side of the fence.
Ramesh Menon
To read it in original, please visit the below link:
Short Take – Gulf Today dated 07 October 2017
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