Ma Janaki

Ma Janaki is a Carnatic vocal composition performed by Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer. The track appears as the third piece on the album Rajamargam, released on 2011 under the SWATHI’S SANSKRITI Series label. The recording spans 17 minutes and 52 seconds and was issued in CD format.

The album Rajamargam features traditional Carnatic music, though specific details about the raga, tala, or lyrical content of Ma Janaki remain undocumented in the provided context. Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer, a prominent exponent of the Semmangudi bani (style), was known for his adherence to classical purity and emotive renditions. The track exemplifies his interpretive approach within the broader repertoire of South Indian classical music.

The SWATHI’S SANSKRITI Series label specializes in archival and contemporary releases of Indian classical music. The 2011 release date suggests Rajamargam may compile live recordings, studio sessions, or previously unpublished material by Iyer, though the exact production circumstances are not specified. No additional artists, accompanying instrumentalists, or composers are credited in the available information.

Notable aspects of Ma Janaki include its extended duration, typical of elaborate kritis (compositions) in Carnatic concerts. The track’s placement as the third item on the album implies a structured progression, possibly following shorter or introductory pieces. Further details about the composition’s origin, thematic focus, or performance context require supplementary sources.