I attended Dhvani's Carnatic Composers Day in Portland last weekend — a long, unhurried six hours of music. It was mostly a student program with children from 8 to 17, and a few adults, all singing and playing the veena. I found myself reflecting even as it unfolded. The first sign of joy and relief was the volume level. For once, I didn’t have to even think about earplugs, which are a staple accessory for any concert I attend. The sound was balanced, gentle and perfect. Such a simple...

Congratulations to Aravind and Kala who scored 10/10 in Carnatic Quiz #38. Based on the answers, the most difficult question was: 7....