Birthday: September 16, 1916 (Virgo)
Born In: Madurai
Birthday: September 16, 1916 (Virgo)
Born In: Madurai
M. S. Subbulakshmi was a leading exponent of Carnatic music. She was known by various sobriquets, namely, the Queen of Music, Nightingale of India, the Eighth Tone of Music and the Goddess of Perfect Note. A legendary singer, vocalist and musician, she was blessed with flawless singing capabilities that made her seem like a diva of music. Her powerful renditions of soulful music enthralled audience and transported them to a world unknown. Subbulakshmi’s tryst with music started early. At the age of ten, she made her first stage appearance and her first recording. At thirteen, she performed at her first concert at the Madras Music Academy. She made her film debut at the age of 22 and acted in a few Tamil films. She travelled all over the world as India’s cultural ambassador and gave performances. For her outstanding contribution to Carnatic music, she was honoured with several prestigious awards including India’s highest civilian award, Bharat Ratna, in 1998. She also won the Ramon Magsaysay Award, considered as Asia’s Nobel Prize.
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Also Known As: Madurai Shanmukhavadivu Subbulakshmi
Died At Age: 88
Spouse/Ex-: Kalki Sadasivam
Born Country: India
Classical Singers Classical Musicians
Died on: December 11, 2004
City: Madurai, India
awards: 1998 - Bharat Ratna
1954 - Padma Bhushan
1975 - Padma Vibhushan
1990 - Indira Gandhi Award for National Integration
1988 - Kalidas Samman
1974 - Ramon Magsaysay Award for Public Service
1956 - Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for Carnatic Music - Vocal
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