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Tillana: Raga Vallachi

Repertoire: The Margam • 9m 20s

Tillana
Raga : Vallachi
Adi Tala
Composer: Dwaraki Krishnaswamy
Choreography: Guru Narmada, (reinterpreted by Rukmini Vijayakumar)

A Tillana is usually the last piece in the performance of a Margam. Adapted from the Tarana, of Hindustani music, the Tillana reflects the joy of finally reaching the abode of joy and fulfilment that a Margam is meant to lead both performer and viewer.

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