[arr] Southbank Centre pics online

[Prabhu Rajagopal]

hi friends,

check out a nice detailed description of the pieces performed at Southbank
centre on the ARR official website. Also, I found some more pics on the
following site
http://www.aworan.com/

Prabhu

[arr] Re: The London Philharmonic Orchestra plays the music of A.R.Rahman

[in2mindstation]

Hi
Which interview are you referring to? BBC?

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "kiran_magna"  wrote:
>
> I have some clips of this concert. I can share these only if moderators allow 
> me to do so.
> 
> Interview of A. R. Rahman was quite good. He was in a witty mood. He was 
> presented with a gold disc for a 100,000 copies sold of SDM. He talked about 
> KM Music conservatory, synergy between indian music and western music.. all 
> in all, it was a memorable event. 
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
> >
> > The concert has been filmed for archival purposes. Strict union and
> > contractual requirements of the LPO do not permit anyone to release the
> > material for public consumption, either on a commercial basis or otherwise.
> > 
> > On Fri, Apr 9, 2010 at 15:56, Rivjot  wrote:
> > 
> > >
> > >
> > > WOW! JUST WOW!
> > >
> > > Will be ever be able to hear/watch this concert? any videos?
> > >
> > > I am extremely desparate to listen to 'The Cry of the Rose'
> > >
> > >
> > > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> > > Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Music from Elizabeth: The Golden Age (11:50)
> > > >
> > > > Divinity Theme
> > > > Battle
> > > > Mary's Beheading
> > > >
> > > > Music from Warriors of Heaven and Earth (10:35)
> > > >
> > > > End Titles
> > > > Desert Storm
> > > > Horses
> > > > Goodbye
> > > >
> > > > Music from Couples Retreat (10:24)
> > > >
> > > > Jason and Cynthia Theme
> > > > Itinerary
> > > > Intervention
> > > >
> > > > Music from Roja (6:11)
> > > >
> > > > The Cry of the Rose
> > > >
> > > > Music from Mangal Pandey: The Rising (10:50)
> > > >
> > > > Killing Innocents
> > > > Ring of Fire
> > > > Palace Sequence
> > > > Uprising
> > > > End Titles
> > > >
> > > > Music from Slumdog Millionaire (8:00)
> > > >
> > > > Latika's Theme
> > > > Mausam and Escape
> > > >
> > > > Music from Bombay (5:28)
> > > >
> > > > Bombay Theme
> > > >
> > > > Music from Passage (8:30)
> > > >
> > > > Nager dans l'espoir
> > > > Lux Aeterna
> > > >
> > > > Music from Subhash Chandra Bose: The Last Hero (6:00)
> > > >
> > > > End Titles
> > > > Tanha
> > > > Struggle
> > > > Love Theme
> > > >
> > > > Music from Meenaxi: The Tale of 3 Cities (6:30)
> > > >
> > > > We Will Fly
> > > > One Way
> > > > Who Are You?
> > > >
> > > > Music from Lagaan (4:07)
> > > >
> > > > Lagaan Theme
> > > >
> > > > Music from Swades (4:00)
> > > >
> > > > Swades Theme
> > > >
> > > > Music from The Lord of the Rings (7:25)
> > > >
> > > > Lothlorien
> > > > The Final Battle
> > > >
> > > > Music from Taal (6:05)
> > > >
> > > > Nahin Saamne
> > > >
> > >
> > >  
> > >
> >
>

RE: [arr] Re: 1st birthday

[murali ramakrishnan]

1. ye jo desh mera - swades2. uyirum neeyae   - pavithra (t)3.vellai pookaal
 -kannathil mutthamittal (t)
murali,coimbatore

To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
From: srinivaasakrishn...@gmail.com
Date: Fri, 9 Apr 2010 03:16:55 +0530
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: 1st birthday


















 



  



  
  
  Play Anbendra from Minsaara Kanavu.. Perfect one!


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Hey Habib,
 
I think you should to play Luka Chuppi from RDB, i m sure after some time u 
will get the positive response from your son. 
 
 
 
Regards,
 
Ashish Sharma

--- On Wed, 7/4/10, Elanchezhian  wrote:


From: Elanchezhian 
Subject: [arr] Re: 1st birthday

To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wednesday, 7 April, 2010, 7:40 PM


  

'Ella pugazhum' from ATM...:)

--- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, "Noor Habib"  wrote:

>
> Hi Guys,
> 
> 
> 
> I'm gonna celebrate my son's 1 year old birthday and would like your
> suggestions on some ARR songs. Only ARR's song will be played on that
> day. You suggestions are welcome and greatly appreciated.

> 
> 
> 
> Regards
> 
> 
> 
> Habib
> 
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RE: [arr] T-Series gets audio rights of Rahman's Raavan

[ajay_baskar2...@yahoo.co.in]

Sridhar Pillai of TOI/Sify had recently tweeted that Sony music is in talks 
with Madras Talkies for fetching the audio rights of Raavana.

Sent from my Nokia phone
-Original Message-
From: Ganesh Subramanian
Sent:  09:04:2010 10.45.36 pm
Subject:  Re: [arr] T-Series gets audio rights of Rahman's Raavan


good news...bt it has been mentioned tat it has acquired d audio rights of only 
the hindi version of d film RAAVAN... then wat about tamil version???

--- On Fri, 9/4/10, Bivin Chandra  wrote:


From: Bivin Chandra 
Subject: [arr] T-Series gets audio rights of Rahman's Raavan
To: "AR Fans group" 
Date: Friday, 9 April, 2010, 1:14 PM


  







Continuing its tryst with A R Rahman's titles, music giant T-series has managed 
to lap the audio rights of his latest mega project Raavan. The music major has 
acquired the audio rights of the Hindi version of the trilingual saga directed 
by Mani Ratnam starring power couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai 
Bachchan.

According to reports, Sony Music was tipped to acquire the music of the film 
but T-Series walked away with the cake. From Slumdog Millionaire to Delhi 6, 
the label has been the favoured label of the maestro's body of work.    

The music of the film will release in April (2010) and the movie will hit 
screens on 18 June 2010, informs T-Series' president- marketing media 
publishing (TV) Vinod Bhanushali. "It is a magnum project which brings together 
the winning combination of Mani Ratnam and A R Rahman. The film's star cast is 
also quite an attraction


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[arr] Is AR Rahman composing for another Danny Boyle movie?

[raamkumar vaidyanathan]

AR Rahman’s association with the London Philharmonic Orchestra is set to grow 
deeper.
AR Rahman

The double Oscar-winning composer and the English orchestra will soon team up 
for a concert and also compose for a Hollywood movie. Apart from this, sources 
also say Rahman may team up with film-maker Danny Boyle for another movie soon. 
The duo had earlier worked together onSlumdog Millionaire.A source says, 
“Rahman has been approached for a big-budget English production by a very big 
studio. Then there are talks that he might be teaming up with Danny Boyle 
again. That movie is likely to have an urban feel. That might happen even 
sooner.”
Rahman had earlier said during the course of an interview, “I thank Danny Boyle 
for giving me a great movie. It has been a truly memorable experience to work 
with him and I shall always look forward to working with him. I hope to get an 
opportunity in the form of a right movie soon.”Meanwhile, a member from the 
London Philarmonic Orchestra said Rahman was in their scheme of things but did 
not disclose the nature of the development. However, an aide of Rahman 
confirmed about plans of the concert. “Rahman has already launched his world 
tour. The London Philharmonic Orchestra is expected to come on board for this 
one. They will most probably play in the European leg of the tour. In fact, a 
few Hollywood projects that Rahman is expected to freeze on is also set to have 
the orchestra in it,” says the source.“Rahman’s bond with the orchestra has 
only increased since they announced that they will perform the best works of 
Rahman in
 
London.”http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report_is-ar-rahman-composing-for-another-danny-boyle-movie_1369618
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[arr] "I got addicted to film music because of AR Rehman" says Mickey J Meyer (Telugu Composer)

[Srinivasa Krishnan]

*Mickey J Meyer:*
*
I was born and brought up in Hyderabad. I had been learning piano and violin
since childhood. I was also trained in Carnatic singing and used to sing
Ghazals in All India Radio when I was a kid. After completing my fifth
standard, I got admission into Trinity College of Music in London. I
completed the 8 years music course from that esteemed music university. I
completed music course in 2002 and I had been working on my music and
practicing it for years.

I grew up listening to the music of AR Rehman. I got addicted to film music
because of AR Rehman. I decided to take up the job of a music director for
Telugu films. I approached Tammareddy Bharadwaja and he gave me a chance to
compose music for his 'Pothe Poni'. After that I worked for 10th Class and
Notebook.

I met Sekhar Kammula after the release of Dollar dreams. And our combination
got finalized for Happy Days.*


**--
Regards,
V SRINIVASA KRISHNAN

[arr] Revisiting "Indira" Album - Subtle, Yet Strong!!!

[ARRvind]

Producer : G Venkatesh
Director : Suhasini Manirathnam
Cast : Arvind Swamy, Anu Hassan, Nasser
Music and BG Score : A R Rahman
Lyrics : Vairamuthu
 
 
Very seldom does a woman centric scripts fall under the hands of A R Rahman to 
score the music. The debutant director ,Suhasini Manirathnam made this possible 
by joining hands with ARR for the very first time. She, till date, remains the 
only woman director who could sign in ARR for her flick. Based on the character 
named "Indira", the movie depicts the fueds within the neighbouring villagers 
and also a soft romance blossoming amidst all the disputes. Anu Hassan plays 
the protagonist, while Ratnam's favourite Arvind Swamy plays her love interest. 
Nevertheless to say,the movie bombed at the box office and could not rake in 
any moolah! However, as always the only name that worked Big time in context 
with this movie is Mr. A R RAHMAN!!! His magical touches to any venture would 
uplift any mediocre stuff to unimaginary heights! Indira is the best quote one 
can make as a proof to the statement. 
 
Ini Achham Illai | Anuradha Sriram, Sujatha, Swetha, GV Prakash, Esther
 
   Feeling low with some sorrow covered over..? Tune to this song and you get 
all your zeal and passion back!!! This seems to be the message that song 
carries over.! A very energetic thumping score starts with some melliflous 
lines by Anuradha "Vidiyaadha Iravendru..." accompanied by the kids in "Illai 
illai.." which kind of comes across as a confidence booster! And then 
,suddenly,a drum beats wakes up our senses and groove to the tune. 
Swetha(daughter of Sujatha), G V Prakash (Nephew of ARR) are the two lucky kids 
to have worked with the Legendary musician at such tender ages! Sujatha, with 
her sugary rendition, makes a very good presence in the song. The carnatic 
music excellence shown by Anuradha Sriram towards the end is remarkable. She 
reaches the highest note effortlessly and registers in our mind.! 

Munnerudhan | TL Maharajan, Swarnalatha, Chorus
 
  "Yelalangadi Yelaalo.."...this is catch line for the song. This song is 
quintessentially based on the nature of mother earth and ARR expresses his love 
to nature in this folkish small piece bit song. TL Maharajan, a renowned folk 
singer makes his trademark presence felt and Swarnalatha, owing to her 
adaptablity to any genre, makes her cameo in an efficient way. This song could 
be topping the list of the smallest song composed by ARR with the duration 
lasting upto a mere 2 mins. Short and sweet piece..!

Odakkara Maarimuthu | SPB, Seergazhi Chidambaram
 
  Time for some masti while on the move..! The picturisation of this song shows 
Arvind Swamy returning back to his village after his studies and meet his long 
time friends. This entire song backs on the enquiries about well being of his 
childhood fetishes and crushes. Its so naturally composed that rural people can 
instantly get connected to! Many urbanites may need little time to involve into 
this. SPB is made to sing with full enthu and jest!. Seerghazhi Chidambaram's 
witty lines brings in some laughter. Particularly the line "Poosanikka Vayir 
Vaangi Tirumbi Vandaale...". The interludes are made simple and earthy. Flutes 
and pianos backed with a great rhythmic beat goes on very easy to the 
listener's ears..!!

Nila Kaaigiradhu | Harini
 
 Singer Harini made a sensational entry to the world of film music through this 
brilliant masterpiece composition. ARR, has always had his instincts in 
selecting his singers perfectly right, this one being just an instance. A 16 or 
17 year old singer with her strong classical backings got a mighty break in her 
life right at the debut stage, all thanks to the belief ARR had in her. She 
begins with a great aalap in a voice sounding more younger than her age. Her 
classical expertise is clearly made visible by the freedom which ARR has given 
her. Mridangams are at their sounding best whenever ARR tries his hands on 
them!The soothing swaram recitals by the chorus, the sudden aalap by Harini 
makes the interlude heavenly!! One only wishes that we could have heard of more 
charanams and have a prolonged peace mind!!

Nila Kaaigiradhu | Hariharan
 
 What more we all want when we get what we desire..?!! ARR quenches our thirsts 
and yearnings of wanting more of Nila Kaaigiradhu in Harini's version. While 
Harini went more classical way, Hariharan's version go very soft and melliflous 
which at times reminds us of the mighty pathos created in the same combo of 
ARR- Hariharan in the earlier "Uyire.." from Bombay! This version passes of as 
a great relief to all our stresses and overcome all our sorrows for once! 
Absolute pious and retreat!

Thoda Thoda | SPB, Chitra
 
 A Milestone, an anthem, a history creator, a gigantic lovey - dovey 
duet..such testimonies can't make any justice to such trend setting 
creations. Anything and everything about this song is an absolute wonder and a 
treasure to preserve! There have been m

[arr] Jai Ho! for Rahman

[Lakshmi Ramanathan]

Please read on, the first story.

Lakshmi

http://www.asianage.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=8540:jai-ho-for-rahman&catid=42:op-ed&Itemid=67




  

[arr] Re: Avatar singer Lisbeth Scott share few words about AR Rahman in Interview

[Devan]

great

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, manisha madhavan  
wrote:
>
> Avatar singer lends voice to Lahore  
> IBNS  | Monday, 15 March , 2010, 12:36
>  
>   
>  Singer Lisbeth Scott â€" who has lent her voice to several blockbuster 
> Hollywood films likeAvatar, King Kong, Chronicles of Narnia and Shrek - has 
> sung the opening alaap in the Warner Brothers-Sai Om Films' forthcoming film 
> Lahore. She talks about the experience, the film and why, when it comes to 
> Bollywood, Lagaan remains her favourite movie. Excerpts: 
>   
> What made you decide to sing for a Hindi movie?  
> The composer, Wayne Sharpe, liked my work in several films he had seen, and 
> he contacted me about singing on his score for Lahore. When I heard about the 
> film and its compelling subject matter, I knew I would love to sing in it. 
>   
> How was the experience?
> It was a wonderful and intense experience working with Wayne on his beautiful 
> score for Lahore. It was cold in New York when I arrived and I was working on 
> another project in the city during my visit as well. We had all been working 
> long hours and were a bit bleary eyed. 
> When Wayne and I first got together, he decided to start by giving me an idea 
> of the film and showed me the first fight scene. I was mesmerised and 
> realised what an important and special film this was. We worked steadily 
> after that for several days and had a very easy and organic creative 
> interaction. I am very excited to see and hear the final results! 
>   
> Did you have to sing any Indian melody or raga? 
> I have sung in Hindi before and I have used Indian-based styles for the film 
> and not the raga. 
>   
> Is what you have sung quite similar to what you have done in Hollywood 
> projects- since it is part of the background score. 
> It is quite interesting and it is not exactly the background score because 
> sometimes there is voice, too. But yes, it’s not a song situation for the 
> cast. It’s the opening soundtrack of the film. 
>   
> If given a chance to work with an Indian singer, whom would you prefer? 
> Personally, I would choose AR Rahman who did the score for Slumdog 
> Millionaire. I love Indian sound and I have always been drawn to classical 
> music. 
>   
> When you were singing for Lahore, was there something new you did which you 
> haven’t done before in Hollywood projects?  
> The nice thing about Wayne Sharpe’s score is that he manages to blend the 
> styles and sounds differently and he also has sense of world music. I used my 
> voice differently as there was an Indian flavour to it and the wonderful part 
> of this movie is that it has a universal message about cultural borders and 
> healing conflicts. 
>   
> Did you find any similarities between your singing in Avatar and Lahore? 
> Yes there were similarities in the approaches. There were several scenes in 
> Avatar which I watched and listened to the music, which was written by the 
> composer, and created certain melodies. I did something similar with Wayne 
> Sharpe, too. He allowed me to create my own melody and give my response. 
>   
> Have you watched any Indian films to understand the genre of music? 
> My favourite movie is Lagaan. That was the first Hindi movie I saw. For me, 
> musically, it was a dream come true. The music that was played was fantastic 
> and an eye opening experience. The film had intense passion that made me love 
> Bollywood movies. 
>   
> What attracted you to Indian music? 
> The first time I got interested in the Indian music was when I was a child. 
> When I was 12 year old, I had a jazz music teacher and he was an Indian. One 
> day he played Pt. Ravi Shankar’s signature music and I remember I was so 
> fascinated and speechless as the music was fantastic. After that I had this 
> immense love for Indian music. 
>   
> As you are big fan of AR Rahman? What do you like about his music? 
> When I heard his music in Slumdog Millionaire, I was completely blown away 
> [laughs]. One thing that I love about his music is that he sings a song and 
> creates a melody in such a way that it takes the listener through a 
> harmonious journey and it opens your heart. He creates a world of his own 
> that is very powerful thing for an artist and he is a master of that. 
>   
> What inspires you to work in Hollywood instead of creating your own album? 
> I have already done lot of work as a solo artist and I do have nine albums of 
> my own. When I came first to Hollywood, one of my friends heard me singing 
> and that friend knew a film composer and he asked me to sing for a Hollywood 
> movie. That is how I entered Hollywood. 
> I love being a part of musical world. I think that passion for your work 
> makes you successful and I love whatever I do. I love the intensity of 
> expression, languages and I just love singing and listening to music. I love 
> to take all the challenges that I come across.   
> http://sify.com/movies/boll

Re: [arr] Re: The London Philharmonic Orchestra plays the music of A.R.Rahman

[Hari Krishnan.M.A]

Ohh Please do share yaar.

On Sat, Apr 10, 2010 at 5:13 AM, kiran_magna wrote:

>
>
> I have some clips of this concert. I can share these only if moderators
> allow me to do so.
>
> Interview of A. R. Rahman was quite good. He was in a witty mood. He was
> presented with a gold disc for a 100,000 copies sold of SDM. He talked about
> KM Music conservatory, synergy between indian music and western music.. all
> in all, it was a memorable event.
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
> >
> > The concert has been filmed for archival purposes. Strict union and
> > contractual requirements of the LPO do not permit anyone to release the
> > material for public consumption, either on a commercial basis or
> otherwise.
> >
> > On Fri, Apr 9, 2010 at 15:56, Rivjot  wrote:
> >
> > >
> > >
> > > WOW! JUST WOW!
> > >
> > > Will be ever be able to hear/watch this concert? any videos?
> > >
> > > I am extremely desparate to listen to 'The Cry of the Rose'
> > >
> > >
> > > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com 
> > >  40yahoogroups.com>,
>
> > > Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
> > > >
> > > > Music from Elizabeth: The Golden Age (11:50)
> > > >
> > > > Divinity Theme
> > > > Battle
> > > > Mary's Beheading
> > > >
> > > > Music from Warriors of Heaven and Earth (10:35)
> > > >
> > > > End Titles
> > > > Desert Storm
> > > > Horses
> > > > Goodbye
> > > >
> > > > Music from Couples Retreat (10:24)
> > > >
> > > > Jason and Cynthia Theme
> > > > Itinerary
> > > > Intervention
> > > >
> > > > Music from Roja (6:11)
> > > >
> > > > The Cry of the Rose
> > > >
> > > > Music from Mangal Pandey: The Rising (10:50)
> > > >
> > > > Killing Innocents
> > > > Ring of Fire
> > > > Palace Sequence
> > > > Uprising
> > > > End Titles
> > > >
> > > > Music from Slumdog Millionaire (8:00)
> > > >
> > > > Latika's Theme
> > > > Mausam and Escape
> > > >
> > > > Music from Bombay (5:28)
> > > >
> > > > Bombay Theme
> > > >
> > > > Music from Passage (8:30)
> > > >
> > > > Nager dans l'espoir
> > > > Lux Aeterna
> > > >
> > > > Music from Subhash Chandra Bose: The Last Hero (6:00)
> > > >
> > > > End Titles
> > > > Tanha
> > > > Struggle
> > > > Love Theme
> > > >
> > > > Music from Meenaxi: The Tale of 3 Cities (6:30)
> > > >
> > > > We Will Fly
> > > > One Way
> > > > Who Are You?
> > > >
> > > > Music from Lagaan (4:07)
> > > >
> > > > Lagaan Theme
> > > >
> > > > Music from Swades (4:00)
> > > >
> > > > Swades Theme
> > > >
> > > > Music from The Lord of the Rings (7:25)
> > > >
> > > > Lothlorien
> > > > The Final Battle
> > > >
> > > > Music from Taal (6:05)
> > > >
> > > > Nahin Saamne
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
>
>  
>



-- 
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Re: [arr] Isaipuyal - Video Track

[Mohamed Hashir]

Great work guys...congrats bharat,phani and swara bharan...may god bless
you...

btw there is a clip coming at 0:47 where ARR plays guitar. can you please
tell me which is it? Please give me any link to that original video..i have
never seen him playing guitar..:)

thanks in advanvce

hashir

On Fri, Apr 9, 2010 at 3:56 PM, raamkumar vaidyanathan <
raamkumar_vaidyanat...@yahoo.com> wrote:

>
>
>   *Isaipuyal - Video Track*
>
>  *Music :Bharat *
> *
> *
> *Vocals : Phani Kalyan. chorus : Swara bharan, Bharath*
> *
> *
> *Lyrics & Additional inputs : Phani Kalyan*
>
> http://rahman360.com/?p=1255
>
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukn_yPSp0TM
>
> Regards,
>
> Ram..
>
>  *~  Rαнмαη αddicт™  ~*
>
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[arr] Perfection Personified

[Rivjot]

I was feeling down for a bit, as we got to know that we wont be able to watch 
London Philharmonic Orchestra concert. So I thought to go back to 'Unity of 
Light' concerts videos. Even though I had watched these videos several times 
before, but it was such amazing experience watching them again.. just watch 
these 2 videos again -

Jiya Jale (Lata Mangeshkar) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2yff4bqQ84
Nenjinile Nenjinile (S Jankai) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0iPApV6QQI

For some songs I can pick like Tamil version I like more than Hindi version or 
vise versa.. just cant for this song!!