S. Sowmya

Sowmya Srinivasan
Background information
Born (1969-04-16) April 16, 1969
Origin Tamil Nadu, India
Genres Carnatic music - Indian Classical Music
Occupation(s) Singer

S. Sowmya (born April 16, 1969) (Tamil:ஸௌம்யா) is a Carnatic music singer. She learnt music initially from her father Dr. Srinivasan, and later from Dr. S. Ramanathan and Smt.T. Muktha.[1][2][3] In 1998, Sowmya co-founded Carnatica - an institution dedicated to classical music & dance instruction, archival, talent search and other related activities.[4] She also co-authored the first comprehensive reference CD-ROM on Carnatic music, Nadanubhava. She is also a visiting professor at the Advanced School of Carnatic Music of the Music Academy Madras.

Education

Musical career

Touring

Sowmya has performed in all major sabhas all over India and has presented her concerts in the United States of America, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, United Arab Emirates, Germany, France, Singapore, Malaysia, Switzerland, Belgium, New Zealand, Tanzania, Sri Lanka, and various other destinations throughout the world.

Film works

Sowmya made her film debut as an actress in the movie Vaanavil Vaazhkai,[5] which will release on 13 February 2015.

Television works

Sowmya has appeared as a guest judge in several episodes of Vijay TV's musical reality-talent shows, including seasons 2, 3, and 4 of Airtel Super Singer, and seasons 2, 3, and 4 of Airtel Super Singer Junior.

Sowmya was a permanent judge in seasons 1 and 2 of Raj TV's Carnatic music reality-talent show, Tanishq Swarna Sangeetham. Subsequently, Carnatic vocalist Nithyasree Mahadevan replaced her as permanent judge in season 3 of the show, and Sowmya appeared as a guest judge during that season.

Sowmya was also a permanent judge in seasons 1 and 2 of Jaya TV's Carnatic music reality-talent show, "Carnatic Music Idol". Subsequently, Carnatic vocalist Aruna Sairam replaced her as permanent judge in season 3 of the show.

Titles, awards and other recognition

Sowmya has received several titles, awards and recognition including:

Performances, activities & other achievements

References

  1. Sowmya's Website
  2. Sowmya's Blog & Concert Schedule
  3. World Music Central Profile
  4. Carnatica Team
  5. "Singer Sowmya makes her acting debut – The Times of India". Times of India. 23 December 2014. Retrieved 26 December 2014.
  6. http://dbsjeyaraj.com/dbsj/archives/16059

External links

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