"Royal Composer Mysore Sadashiva Rao and his influence on Carnatic Music"
Abstract
The contribution of musicians and composers from the Karnataka region to Carnatic music is indeed immense, and the Vijayanagara empire played a pivotal role in fostering the arts and culture, especially music, during its reign.It served as a central hub, where performing artists from across India were welcomed to showcase their talents and receive royal backing.This patronage was instrumental in documenting and preserving the vibrant music scene of the time.This study delves into some of the works of the royal court composer Mysore Sadashiva Rao.By examining his artistic styles and stylistic developments, this study seeks to understand how his contributions have shaped and influenced modernday Carnatic music, highlighting the lasting impact of his creative legacy.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Musicology and Musical Analysis
Literature
Musicology
and Cultural Analysis
Music Technology and Sound Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Insieme Arti - Journal for Performing Arts
- Volume
- 3
- Issue
- s1
- Pages
- 39–42
- Publication date
- 17 January 2026