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Kalamandalam Sankara Warrier is an acclaimed Indian percussionist, renowned for his mastery of the maddalam, an ethnic drum integral to the Kathakali dance-drama. Born on June 1, 1952, in Thillenkery, a village in the Kannur district of Kerala, India, to Krishna Warrier and Madhavi Warrasiar, he has significantly contributed to Indian arts and culture.…
Journey Timeline
1952
Born — Born on June 1, in Thillenkery, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
c. 1967
Began training at Kalamandalam — Joined Kalamandalam at the age of 15 for maddalam training.
c. 1971
Joined Kalamandalam as a teacher — Became a first-grade maddalam teacher at Kalamandalam after completing his four-year course.
1970s
International performances — Toured India and abroad (USA, UK) as a member of a Kathakali troupe.
1981
Joined FACT Kathakali School — Appointed as a maddalam teacher at FACT Kathakali School in Eloor, Kochi.
2003
Published "Maddalam Enna Mangalavadyam" — Authored a book on the maddalam instrument.
2005
Retired from FACT Kathakali School — Retired after 18 years of service.
2006
Proposed for Veera Sringala honor — Proposed to be honored with 'Veera Sringala' by the Maharaja of erstwhile Kochi.
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Awards & Honors
- 2006 · Veera Sringala — Maharaja of erstwhile Kochi
Media Coverage
- Percussionist par excellence
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