Patri Satish Kumar
@patrimridangam
India
Patri Satish Kumar is an acclaimed Indian mridangam artist known for his virtuosity and versatility. Trained by legendary gurus such as Sree Ramachandramurthy and V.A. Swamy, he has performed globally with leading Carnatic musicians and fusion projects. His innovative style blends tradition with modernity, earning him accolades and a prominent position in the Indian classical music scene.
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Patri SIR…001 – 40 unique korvais across 4 South Indian thalams
This book offers a groundbreaking approach to mastering South Indian classical percussion. Designed for both professionals and students, it presents 40 unique korvais (rhythmic finishings) across four popular thalas—Adi, Rupaka, Misra Chapu, and Khanda Chapu. Unlike traditional korvais that follow strict centering, these naturally formed patterns flow with aesthetic freedom. Each korvai is presented in four formats: Konnakol (verbal recitation), fingering, numerical notation, and full notation—making rhythm easy to learn, play, and innovate with. A must-have for anyone serious about Indian rhythm.
South Indian Rhythms – 40 Korvais with Dr. Patri Satish Kumar
<p>Step into the rhythmic world of Carnatic percussion with <em>South Indian Rhythms – The Korvai Course</em> by Dr. Patri Satish Kumar. This course is a deep exploration of <strong>40 naturally crafted korvais</strong> across the four foundational thalams: <strong>Adi, Rupaka, Misra Chapu</strong>, and <strong>Khanda Chapu</strong>.</p><p></p><p>Each korvai is meticulously presented in <strong>four complementary formats</strong>:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Konnakol Recitation</strong> – Speak the rhythm and internalize phrasing</p></li><li><p><strong>Mridangam Fingering</strong> – Understand hand patterns for each korvai</p></li><li><p><strong>Numerical Notation</strong> – Grasp the mathematical structure of each phrase</p></li><li><p><strong>Full Notation</strong> – Integrate konnakol and fingering for complete clarity</p></li><li><p></p></li></ul><p>To bring these korvais to life, the course includes <strong>40 high-quality video demonstrations</strong> by Dr. Patri — <strong>one for each korvai</strong> — showcasing how each is performed on the mridangam with clarity, precision, and finesse.</p><p></p><p>Rooted in tradition yet aesthetically fluid, these korvais are designed without fixed centering, allowing students to explore rhythmic creativity beyond convention. Ideal for <strong>mridangam learners</strong>, <strong>konnakol practitioners</strong>, and <strong>Carnatic musicians</strong> looking to enrich their rhythmic vocabulary.</p><p></p><h4><strong>Course Highlights:</strong></h4><ul><li><p>A structured collection of 40 korvais across 4 thalams</p></li><li><p>A stepwise learning path from konnakol to full performance</p></li><li><p>Video demonstrations by Dr. Patri Satish Kumar</p></li><li><p>A powerful foundation for solos, accompaniment, and creative practice</p></li></ul>
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