Tyagaraja Swami: A Life Overview
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Who did he remarry after the passing of his first wife, Parvati?

  • His cousin
  • A childhood friend
  • Kanakamba, Parvati's younger sister (correct)
  • A distant relative

    • Which composition did he sing at his daughter Sithalaxumy's wedding?

  • Kana Thali
  • Tharmithelusu Kondi
  • Nanupalimba Nadasivachitilo (correct)
  • Soboumahatheva

    • What is one of his notable accomplishments in music?

  • Introduced electronic instruments to Kritis
  • Founded a music school for traditional music
  • Created around 200 different ragas using Urupadis (correct)
  • Composed over 5000 Keerthanais

    • Which piece is NOT listed among his compositions?

    <p>Jaya Jaya Sri Rama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What practice did he introduce into the creation of Keerthanais?

    <p>Incorporating Sangathis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the festival remembering him celebrated?

    <p>Every January in Thiruvaiyaru</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Tyagaraja Swami's age at the time of his death?

    <p>80</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was Tyagaraja Swami's mother?

    <p>Sitamma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a significant event in Tyagaraja Swami's life?

    <p>He performed his Upanayanam at the age of 8.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Tyagaraja Swami sing that was associated with the request from his Guru?

    <p>Kambhoji from 8pm - 4am</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the holy book offered to Tyagaraja Swami by Narathaniunivar?

    <p>Swararnam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which composition did Tyagaraja Swami create as his first Urupadi?

    <p>Ela nee dayarudhu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Tyagaraja Swami do as part of Unchavrithi?

    <p>Walked through the streets begging for rice while singing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ruler invited Tyagaraja Swami to sing in his palace?

    <p>Serfori Maharaja of Thanjavur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Personal Life

    • Birth year: 1767, in Tanjai District, Thiruvaroor.
    • Parents: Mother Sitamma and Father Sri Ramabrahman.
    • Died on January 6, 1847, at the age of 80.

    Important Events

    • Maternal education: Learned Purandara Dasar Krithis from his mother.
    • Gurus: Sondi Venkataramaniyar became his mentor; Father taught him Telugu and Sanskrit.
    • Underwent Upanayanam (sacred thread ceremony) at age 8.
    • Practiced Unchavrithi: Walked through streets to beg for rice while singing.
    • Encountered Swami Ramakrishna Yatheenthiar, who advised him to recite Rama mantras 96 million times.

    Divine Experiences

    • Experienced a divine appearance of Rama, Sita, and Anjaneya, inspiring his composition 'krtihi Balakanagamaya' in Atana.
    • Created 'Bhavanuta' in Mohanam; reported miraculous reappearance of his statue after being thrown into Kaveri River.
    • Narathaniunivar honored his devotion with the holy book 'Swararnam' and he was then known as Tyagaraja Ayyarval.

    Performances and Compositions

    • Invited by Velajapetai disciples, he sang 'Tyagaraja Swami Vedalin.'
    • Sang Kambhoji from 8 PM to 4 AM upon request from his Guru.
    • Refused monetary rewards from Serfori Maharaja of Thanjavur but sang 'Nithi Saala Sugama' in Kalyani as an expression of faith.
    • Pleaded for health restoration through the song 'Teratyyagarada' in Gaulipantu.
    • Experienced Darshan of Lord Venkateswara and sang 'Venkatesa ninu sevimpa' in Madyamavathi.

    Marriages and Family

    • Married Parvati at 18, who passed away; later remarried Kanakamba, Parvati's younger sister.
    • Had a daughter named Sitamma (named after his mother).
    • Performed 'Nanupalimba Nadasivachitilo' at his daughter Sithalaxumy's wedding.

    Notable Compositions

    • Created significant works, including:
      • Thiruvotiyoor Pancharatinas
      • Kovoor Pancharathnams
      • Various Krithis across numerous ragas like:
        • 'Sunthari Ni Thivsira' in Kalyani
        • 'Kori Sovibare' in Karahapriya
        • 'Soboumahatheva' in Banthuvarali

    Accomplishments

    • Composed approximately 2400 Keerthanais centered around the Ramayana.
    • A pioneering figure in creating Urupadis, utilizing nearly 200 different ragas.
    • Introduced the practice of adding Sangathis (variations) to Keerthanais.
    • Last known compositions include 'Paramathmudu' in Vahadeeswary and 'Par Thabamu' in Manohari Kerrthanous.

    Festivals and Legacy

    • Celebrated annually in January at a festival in Thiruvaiyaru, honoring his contributions to music and spirituality.

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