Dr.Ghanavenothan Retnam
Having carved a niche in the arts scenario, Dr.Ghanavenothan Retnam, son of Sri R. Retnam,
a pioneer musician of Singapore, had his tutelage under Pundit M. Ramalingam. He has accompanied internationally renowned artists and has numerous performances to his credit, both in Singapore and abroad.
a pioneer musician of Singapore, had his tutelage under Pundit M. Ramalingam. He has accompanied internationally renowned artists and has numerous performances to his credit, both in Singapore and abroad.
Some of the many quotes from the Press & Magazine...
… and on this night , the clear , cool music of his flute permeates the concert.
(Sep 1982, The Straits Times, Singapore)
… Ghanavenothan, a promising Singaporean flautist, will provide the special effects…
(Jul 1986, The Straits Times, Singapore)
… Ghana’s bamboo reed and his unmistakable style, bring the music closer to the heart. The sound is fluent and it speaks of dawn in hushed tones.
(Jan/Apr 1992, Hansa Magazine, KL & Singapore)
A Versatile musician, Ghanavenothan Retnam, a well known artiste of Singapore, utilizes his knowledge and insights to promote Indian classical Music…
(Jan 1995, The Aesthetics,, Singapore)
The spirituality of his music evoked a sense of peace and harmony – a befitting opening to the World Religious Conference …
(Jan 1997, The Straits Times, Singapore)
…Ghanavenothan Retnam’s music appeased the Lucknowites….the music was in perfect tandem with the dancers …
(Dec 1999, The Hindustani Times, India)
Praise must go to the music composer Ghanavenothan Retnam (on flute) whose spirited playing added spice to the proceedings …
(May 2003, The Straits Times, Singapore)
The ASEM V performing artists included renowned flautist Ghanavenothan Retnam ...
(Sep 2004, Viet Nam News, Vietnam)
…Charukesi, Retnam’s mesmerizing ethereal solo on flute…
(Jun 2006, The Straits Times, Singapore)
Ghanavenothan evoked heartfelt emotions …with excellent breath control …
(Jun 2006, The Business Times, Singapore)