About Moksha
Moksha is a studio album by Indian classical flutist Shashank Subramanyam. Released on September 1, 2008, the album features two compositions rooted in the Carnatic music tradition. The release format remains unspecified in available documentation, though it circulated primarily in physical and digital distributions typical of the era.
Shashank Subramanyam performs both tracks on the flute, accompanied by instrumentation common to Carnatic ensembles. The album opens with Mokshamugalada, a piece set in the raga Shanmukhapriya. The second track, Narayanathe Namonamo, adopts the raga Kharaharapriya and follows a devotional theme centered on the Hindu deity Narayana. No label or production credits are explicitly documented in the provided context.
The compositions emphasize improvisational alapana, neraval, and kalpana swaram sections, hallmarks of Subramanyam’s performance style. The album title Moksha reflects its spiritual undertones, aligning with the artist’s broader repertoire of sacred and classical works. Additional details regarding session musicians, recording locations, or commercial reception are not confirmed in the available sources.
Subramanyam’s discography frequently explores collaborations with percussionists and vocalists, though Moksha focuses solely on his flute interpretations. The brevity of the tracklist suggests a concise presentation, possibly intended for meditative or concert-oriented listening. The release date coincides with a period of heightened international exposure for Carnatic instrumental music, though direct associations with tours or festivals remain unverified.