Short bio Muttusvami Dikshitar
Full biography Muttusvami Dikshitar
Muttusvami Dikshitar was a prominent composer from the Carnatic music tradition. He was born in Tiruvarur in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu in 1775. Muttusvami Dikshitar's birth name was Vensataramana, and his family was known for their expertise in Sanskrit and music.
Dikshitar is considered one of the Trinity of Carnatic music alongside Tyagaraja and Syama Sastri. He is known for his unique compositions that showcase his mastery of Sanskrit and music. Dikshitar's compositions are often elaborate and complex, incorporating intricate melodic and rhythmic patterns.
One of Dikshitar's most well-known compositions is the "Kamalamba Navavarna" in raga Madyamavati. This piece is a nine-part composition dedicated to the goddess Kamalamba, and it showcases Dikshitar's skill in incorporating complex musical structures and intricate lyrical content.
Dikshitar traveled extensively throughout India, visiting various temples and composing music in praise of the deities worshipped there. His compositions reflect this deep reverence for the divine, and his works are often used in temple rituals and festivals.
Muttusvami Dikshitar passed away in 1835, leaving behind a rich legacy of music and poetry. His works continue to inspire and influence musicians to this day, and he remains a beloved figure in the world of Indian classical music.
Albums featuring Muttusvami Dikshitar
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
M.S. Subbulakshmi - Muthuswami Dikshithar – Guru Guha Vani(2×CD, Compilation) | 2002 | Saregama |
Videos featuring Muttusvami Dikshitar
Guru guha vani
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MS Subbulakshmi-Seshachala nayakam-Varali-roopakam-muthuswamy deekshitaar
P SEshAchala nAyakam bhajAmi vi
SEsha phala pradAyakam || I worship Lord Seshachala who bestows extra-ordinary boons.
A.P. bhAshAramaNa prabrutyA
SEshAmara nuta koustubha
bhooshAlankruta bahutara
vEshAtmaka vigraham || Brahma and other Devatas adore h
MS Subbulakshmi-Chandram bhaja manasa-Asaveri-Mathya-muthuswamy deekshitaar
P chandram bhaja mAnasa sAdhu hrudaya sadruSam || Oh mind, chant the praise of the moon. He is pious like the hearts of sages.
A.P. indrAdi lOkapAlEDita tArESam
indum shODaSa kaLAdharam niSAkaram
indirA sahOdaram sudhAkara maniSam || He is the consort of
MS Subbulakshmi-Vallabha Nayakasya-begada-rupaka-muthuswamy deekshitaar
P vallabha nAyakasya bhaktO bhavAmi
vAnchitArtha dAyakasya vara mooshika vAhanasya || I am the devotee of VallabhanAyaka the chief of Ganas (demi-gods). He is the bestower of boons. His mount is mouse.
C pallavapada mrudu tarasya
pASAnkuSAdi dharasy
MS Subbulakshmi-Gananayakam-Rudrapriya-aadi-muthuswamy deekshitaar
pallavi
gaNa nAyakaM bhajE(a)haM bhajE
kamalESa nutaM kAma ripu sutam
anupallavi
aNimAdi siddhi dAyakaM su-mukham
caraNam
vANI ramaNAnandaM varadaM
vadanE dviradaM vara bAla guru guham
kshEtra - tiruvArUr - (shODaSa gaNapati kIrtana)
Angaarakam Aasrayamyaham - Suruti - Roopakam
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Angaarakam Aasrayamyaham - Suruti - Roopakam · M.s. Subbulakshmi, Radha Vishwanathan
Guru Guha Vani Vol 2
℗ 2020 Saregama India Ltd
Released on: 2001-01-02
Producer: N/a
Composer: Muthuswami Dikshitar
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Gange Maampaahi - Chenchurutti - Khanda Ekam
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Gange Maampaahi - Chenchurutti - Khanda Ekam · M.s. Subbulakshmi, Radha Vishwanathan
Guru Guha Vani Vol 2
℗ 2020 Saregama India Ltd
Released on: 2001-01-02
Producer: N/a
Composer: Muthuswami Dikshitar
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Maaye Thum Yaahi - Suddha Tarangini - Aadi
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Maaye Thum Yaahi - Suddha Tarangini - Aadi · M.s. Subbulakshmi, Radha Vishwanathan
Guru Guha Vani Vol 2
℗ 2020 Saregama India Ltd
Released on: 2001-01-02
Producer: N/a
Composer: Muthuswami Dikshitar
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Sri Kaantimathim - Hemavati - Aadi
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Sri Kaantimathim - Hemavati - Aadi · M.s. Subbulakshmi, Radha Vishwanathan
Guru Guha Vani Vol 2
℗ 2020 Saregama India Ltd
Released on: 2001-01-02
Producer: N/a
Composer: Muthuswami Dikshitar
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Kamalaambike - Todi - Roopakam
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Kamalaambike - Todi - Roopakam · M.s. Subbulakshmi, Radha Vishwanathan
Guru Guha Vani Vol 2
℗ 2020 Saregama India Ltd
Released on: 2001-01-02
Producer: N/a
Composer: Muthuswami Dikshitar
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