Compositions of Saint Tyagaraja

by Dr. S. Bhagyalekshmy, M.A. Ph.D.

Popular and selected compositions of Tyagaraja have been given in simple notation with the text of the songs in English. The notation has been given in simple form so that these songs can be learnt with minimal guidance and can be attempted as a self learning package as well. The compositions have selected in such a way that they portray the different ragas and compositions. Introduction of Tyagaraja’s contribution to Karnatic Music has been given in the first chapter. An essential book for the learner as well as the connoisseur.