Buy the DVD at: http://www.superaudio.in/classical-music-dvds-learn-to-play-mridangam-dvd-p-3693.html<br /><br />The Mridangam is an ancient percussion Instrument of South India. Hailed as the King of South Indian percussion Instruments, it forms the primary rhythmic accompaniment in a carnatic music ensemble. The word mridangam is derived from the Sanskrit words Mrid and Angam - Mrid meaning clay and Angam meaning body. The lessons on this DVD have been tailored by Sri N. Ramakrishnan in such a way that they can be practiced in the comfort of your home.<br /><br />1. History of Mridangam.<br />2. Physical components. <br />3. Tips before performing. <br />4. The Instrument - Sizes and Varieties. <br />5. The Nature of its Sound. <br />6. The History of the Masters and Schools of Thought. <br />7. Gurukalam. <br />8. Profile of N. Ramakrishnan. <br />9. Lessons on Mridangam.
