Legendary Percussionist Nachiarkovil Raghava Pillai Passes Away at 85
2 months ago

Legendary Percussionist Nachiarkovil Raghava Pillai Passes Away at 85

The Hindu  

The article highlights the contributions of Nachiarkovil Raghava Pillai, a renowned percussionist from Sri Lanka. It features his training under renowned gurus and his exceptional skills in playing the thavil, a traditional percussion instrument. The article also explores his special bond with Karukurichi Arunachalam, who passed away in 1964. It also mentions his contributions to the Sri Lankan music scene and his enduring legacy.

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