Navaratna Kritis01 For the 400th Anniversary of Purandaradasa, in the year 1964, nine kritis of Purandaradasa were selected and named 'Navaratna Maalika' for group singing (Goshti Gayana). Today, around the world, for Purandara Aradhana, these Navaratna Keertanas of Purandaradasa are sung with the same raaga and taala to make it consistent for singers and listeners to have a pleasant experience.…
Purandara Navaratna Keerthanas01 Saint Purandara Dasa (1484-1564) is popularly known as the father figure (pitaamaha) of Carnatic music. He is known as the creator of the basic system of teachings in Carnatic music. Purandaradasa was one of the greatest hari keerthana composers too. It is believed that Purandaradasa composed thousands of songs, but as of now, there are nearly 1500…