M. S. Subbulakshmi Quotes

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Indian music is oriented solely to the end of divine communication. If I have done something in this respect entirely due to the grace of the Almighty who has chosen my humble self as a tool.

M. S. Subbulakshmi

My greatest fear is giving performances. I feel I am responsible for the audience but I am also scared of them.

M. S. Subbulakshmi

M. S. Subbulakshmi

M. S. Subbulakshmi

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Born: September 16, 1916

Died: December 11, 2004 (aged 88)

Bio: Madurai Shanmukhavadivu Subbulakshmi, also known as M.S., was a Carnatic vocalist. She was the first musician ever to be awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour.

Known for:

Meera (1945)
Sakuntalai (1940)
Sevasadanam (1938)
The Wife (1941)

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