Purandara dasa: Delve into the life

Delve into the life, teachings, and musical contributions of Purandara Dasa, a pivotal figure in Carnatic music and Bhakti spirituality. Explore his profound impact on Indian culture and his enduring legacy as the “Father of Carnatic Music.” Purandara Dasa recognized music as a powerful medium for spiritual communication and social transformation. During his time, the common masses were excluded from its enchanting beauty, and music was confined to the elite. Father of Karnataka Music – Purandara Dasa Purandara Dasa (1484-1564 CE) was a celebrated Haridasa saint-poet from Karnataka, widely recognized as the 'Father of Karnataka Music'. He was a musical prodigy born to a diamond merchant family in Araga village, Shimoga district. Young Srinivasa Nayaka received training in Carnatic music, spirituality, philosophy and local literary traditions. He displayed a knack for musical compositions from a very early age. After relinquishing worldly ... Learn about Purandara Dasar, the great composer of Carnatic music who sang in Kannada and standardized the early music lessons. Discover his story of transformation, his devotion to Vishnu and Krishna, and his role as the Pithamaha of Carnatic music.