Akka Mahadevi Vachanas comes to life through western eyes on Feb. 3

Mysore/Mysuru: On Feb. 3 from 6 pm to 7.30 pm, Heritage House at Saraswathipuram will be the stage for an enchanting cultural event as Dr. Gil Ben-Herut from University of South Florida and Sriranjini Simha come together to breathe life into the profound Vachanas of Akka Mahadevi.

Dr. Gil, renowned for his insightful renditions, based on the translation work by himself and Prof. RVS Sundaram, will showcase the timeless wisdom of Akka Mahadevi’s vachanas, while Sriranjini’s Karnatak musical expertise promises a fresh and innovative approach to vachanas adopted to                            classical songs.

The heritage setting of Heritage House will provide the perfect backdrop for this celebration of Akka Mahadevi’s legacy, creating a unique experience that bridges the gap between the ancient and the contemporary and between the west and the east.

For details, contact Vishwanath on Mob: 99729-62868.

This post was published on February 1, 2024 7:33 pm