Aumapatam is an ancient Sanskrit work on music with an extraordinary metaphysical approach. The essential basis of music, like-nada svara, sruti murchana, grama etc. are all included in the work yet the approach to these terms is singularly different. Nowhere else this unusual description of musical terms can be seen. It is in a dialogue form between Siva and Parvati. The name of the work itself suggests the conversation of the diving couple-Uma and her Pati (Siva). The music surrounded and wrapped in mysticism of Tantra philosophy makes the work incomprehensible yet at the same time it is very interesting. Aumpapatam is entirely different, unusual and unique work on music.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR M Vijaylakshmi
Dr. (Mrs.) M. Vijay Lakshmi graduated from the Banaras Hindu University and post-graduated from the University of Delhi. She obtained her M. Phil and doctoral degrees also from the University of Delhi where she is at present lecturer in the Faculty of Music and fine arts. From early childhood she was trained in Hindustani classical music (vocal) as well as in Carnatic music by eminent musicians. She has given excellent performances in both styles throughout India. Her specialisation in the theoretical aspect of music may be attributed to her interst and inclination towards the Sanskrit language an ancient Sanskrit works, particularly those related to music. She has many published articles on music to her credit. The other important assignment she has completed is the critical edition, translation of the original text of Sangita Makaranda which is under publication.
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