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Kanjeevaram Ellappa Pillai
About
Kanjeevaram Ellappa Pillai was a distinguished Nattuvanar and a significant figure in Bharatanatyam, particularly known for his contributions to the Tanjore Bani and the development of the Kanchipuram style. Born into a family of musicians in Kanchivaram, his artistic lineage traced back to Ashwadhati Pacchamuthu Mudaliar. He began his musical training at…
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Age 5
Began musical training — Under his grandfather, Parasuram Mudaliar.
Age 9
Began dance and nattuvangam studies — Under his maternal uncle, Tiruvengada Mudaliar.
Age 17
Started conducting dance recitals
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