Category Archives: Ilayaraja

Hits of Ilayaraja, innovation

Posted on September 18, 2013 by RSBAAB Ravi

In the earlier two posts on orchestration (links given below), I highlighted distinctive features of Ilayaraja’s orchestration.  As I keep mentioning, it is very difficult to separate the great orchestration and the innovation in his songs. Invariably, his tunes have … Continue reading →

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Hits of Ilayaraja,orchestration – part 2

Posted on September 10, 2013 by RSBAAB Ravi

In part 1 of this post (link also at the top of this page), I highlighted some features of Ilayaraja’s orchestration. I will highlight a few more features of his arrangements in this post along with a few of his songs. It … Continue reading →

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Hits of Ilayaraja,orchestration – part 1

Posted on September 7, 2013 by RSBAAB Ravi

If you have not heard of Ilayaraja or know very little of his music, get prepared for a pleasant revelation and a wonderful experience. Ilayaraja has countless fans in South India and all over the world, so this post may … Continue reading →

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Top hits of Ilayaraja – the classical genius

Posted on July 17, 2013 by RSBAAB Ravi

Ilayaraja’s genius knows no bounds. His music continues to enthrall fans all over the world even now, when he is well past his “golden reign at the top”– whether it is a recent mythological in Telugu or a new romantic … Continue reading →

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