Chennai, March 4 (IANS) Expressing happiness at Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan calling on him to express his wishes in person ahead of his first ever western classical symphony, one of India’s greatest music composers Isaignani Ilaiyaaraja on Tuesday called Sivakarthikeyan’s ‘well thought wonderful gift’ ‘a pleasant surprise’.
Earlier in the day, actor Sivakarthikeyan called on Ilaiyaraaja and wished him ahead of the Isaignani’s first ever western classical symphony which is to be held at the Eventim Apollo theatre in London on March eighth this year. Sivakarthikeyan also presented to him a musical instrument in the shape of a peacock.
Soon after the meeting, Ilaiyaraaja took to his X timeline to register his happiness. He wrote,”Happy to receive @Siva_Kartikeyan’s heartfelt wishes in person! and the well thought wonderful gift was a pleasant surprise!”
Ilaiyaraaja, who will be present for the entire Symphony, is also likely to perform the exclusive orchestra versions of popular songs on the occasion.
What makes the event more special is the fact that the world-renowned Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra will be joining Ilaiyaraaja in this historic performance.
Ilaiyaraaja had, a few days ago, posted a video clip in which he had made the announcement about his upcoming performance at the Eventim Apollo Theatre in London.
Ilaiyaraaja had said, “A historical moment is going to happen. At the Eventim Apollo theatre, London on March 8th, As the first Indian, I am happy, very, very happy to present my first ever western classical symphony. I will be there to present this and also perform a special surprise performance with a full piece orchestra featuring the phenomenal Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London. Don’t miss it. Be there to witness history happening.”
It may be recalled that only last month, a new video, that gave a glimpse into the making of Ilaiyaraaja’s first English classical symphony, ‘Valiant’, was released, much to the delight of the Maestro’s fans.
The symphony was recorded at the Royal Scottish National orchestra. The video clip that was posted showed Ilaiyaraaja speaking to the musicians of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra.
He was seen saying, “Everyday, I used to record a song or a film score. I am a film composer. Suddenly, I thought of writing a symphony. When I started writing, I never thought I would record with you all. I never imagined. There is no good and bad in music. Each and every note is perfect – on its own.”
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