1st woman violinist chosen for Sangita Kalanidhi
A. Kanyakumari is set to become the first female violinist to be honoured with the 'Sangita Kalanidhi' title by the Madras Music Academy. The title, considered a prestigious award in Carnatic music, will be conferred on Kanyakumari on January 1, 2017. "Kanyakumari is a top ranking Carnatic violinist whose experience spans over 50 years," said the Academy's president N Murali.