Komal Kothari
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Komal 'Komalda' Kothari (1929-April 2004) was an Indian folklorist from Jodhpur. Kothari was known for his work on the folklore of Rajasthan and its links to local music and instruments. [1] He died from cancer in April 2004.
Kothari's research resulted in his development of the study of a number of areas of folkelore. In particular, he made contributions to the study of musical instruments, oral traditions and puppetry. [2]
He was also a patron of Manganiyar and Langa music. He was the first to record them and helped spread them out of their traditional regions. [3] To this end, he also founded the magazine 'Prerna'.
Kothari founded the Rupayan Sansthan and spent most of his career at the Rajasthan Sangeet Natak Academy. He received a number of awards during his, such as the 'Padamshri' and 'Padma Bhushan from the President of India. [4]
[edit] References
- ^ 2000 Prince Claus Award Accessed June 1 2006
- ^ Remembering Komal Korthari Columbia University, Accessed June 1, 2006
- ^ The magical music of Manganiyars goes global Good news India, Accessed June 1 2006
- ^ Komal Kothari: Folklorist Par Excellence SRUTI magazine, Accessed June 1, 2006
