Ragam Tanam Veena Concert in Chennai | Ragasudha Hall Sep 10
A Ragam Tanam veena concert in Chennai takes place tomorrow, and both the format and the timing make it unusual. Rakshita Ramesh performs at Ragasudha Hall on September 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM.
Naada Inbam presents the programme under a series sponsored by a rasika from Kerala. Moreover, the concert focuses specifically on ragam and tanam rather than a full standard recital. Therefore, expect deep melodic exploration throughout.
Event Details at a Glance
Concert: Concerts Sponsored by Rasika from Kerala — Ragam & Tanam Veena Event
Artist: Rakshita Ramesh (Veena)
Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: Ragasudha Hall, 85/2, 3/2 Luz Avenue, Bhaskarapuram, Mylapore, Chennai 600004
Landmark: Near Nageshwararao Park
Organiser: Naada Inbam
Event Type: Classical Music — Veena
Contact: 044 2499 2672
What Ragam and Tanam Actually Mean
Most Carnatic concerts move through many pieces. A ragam-tanam focused programme works differently.
Ragam. This is the free-flowing exploration of a raga, with no rhythmic cycle. The artist unfolds the raga phrase by phrase, establishing its character and boundaries.
Tanam. This section adds pulse without a fixed tala. Rhythmic patterns build gradually, and the artist develops melodic ideas across an increasingly structured framework.
Together, ragam and tanam form the first two parts of the Ragam Tanam Pallavi, the most demanding format in Carnatic music. Consequently, a concert centred on these sections tests the artist considerably.
Why This Format Rewards Attention
Standard recitals move quickly between pieces. A Ragam Tanam veena concert in Chennai does the opposite.
Because there is no lyric to follow and no fixed cycle to count, your attention rests entirely on the melodic line. The artist has space to sit inside a raga and explore it properly rather than sketching it in two minutes.
Furthermore, the veena suits this format especially well. Its sustained tone and deep resonance let phrases hang in the air. In fact, listeners often say the instrument sounds closest to the human voice — and that quality shows most clearly during ragam.
About the Veena in Carnatic Music
The Saraswati veena is among the oldest instruments in Indian classical music.
Its technique differs sharply from the violin or flute. Players produce gamakas by pulling the string sideways across the fret rather than sliding along it. Therefore, the instrument achieves oscillations that closely mirror vocal music.
Why the Morning Slot Is Worth Noting
Almost every sabha concert in Chennai runs in the evening. A 10:00 AM start is genuinely rare.
That timing suits certain listeners well. Retired attendees, students on holiday and anyone with evening commitments can attend easily. Additionally, morning concerts carry a different atmosphere — quieter, less crowded and more focused.
So if evening slots have kept you away from Carnatic concerts, this one removes that barrier.
About the Venue
Ragasudha Hall sits on Luz Avenue in Bhaskarapuram, near Nageshwararao Park. The venue seats a modest audience.
Therefore, the space feels intimate. For veena especially, that closeness helps considerably — the instrument’s softer dynamics carry better in a small hall.
How to Reach the Venue
A few tips help:
Arrive by 9:45 AM. Seating is limited, though morning crowds stay thinner than evenings.
Use the park as your landmark. Autos recognise Nageshwararao Park instantly.
Plan your travel. Mylapore morning traffic peaks around 9 AM. So allow extra time.
Call ahead. Reach 044 2499 2672 to confirm admission and seating.
Plan Your Morning in Mylapore
Mylapore rewards an early arrival. Kapaleeshwarar Temple stands minutes away, and the Mada Streets offer filter coffee and tiffin before the concert.
Finally, keep tracking Chennai classical music events with us. Between year-round series and the December Margazhi season, Mylapore stays busy almost every week.
Final Thoughts
A demanding format, a resonant instrument and a rare morning slot — this Ragam Tanam veena concert in Chennai offers something the calendar seldom sees. Reach Ragasudha Hall by 9:45 AM and settle in.
