Ekadantam Bhajeham / Bilahari / Misrachap / Dikshidar / M S Sheela

Krithi: Eka dantam Bhajeham Ragam: Bilahari Thalam: Misrachap Composer: Muthuswami Dikshidar Vocal: M S Sheela M S Sheela is a distinguished Carnatic vocalist from Karnataka, renowned for her versatility across classical, light, and devotional music genres. Born on March 16, 1952, in Bengaluru, she was immersed in a musical environment from an early age, receiving her initial training from her mother, M. N. Rathna, a respected vocalist and All India Radio (AIR) artist. She later honed her skills under the tutelage of Sangeetha Kalanidhi R. K. Srikantan, becoming one of his prominent disciples. Sheela holds a postgraduate degree in music from Bangalore University, where she was a gold medalist. Notably, she became the first woman from Karnataka to attain top rank status in both classical and light music on AIR and Doordarshan. Her performances have graced prestigious stages across India and internationally, including the USA, Canada, the Middle East, and the UK. Over her illustrious career, Sheela has received numerous accolades and has been honored with titles such as "Ganakalashree" and "Asthana Vidushi" of the Sringeri Sharada Peetham. Violin: M Ravindran Mridangam: Trivandrum R Vaidyanathan Ghadam: Trivandrum V Karthikeyan This krithi, composed in the second vibhakti , glorifies Lord Ganesha, Ekadanta as the benevolent deity who bestows both singular and manifold blessings, symbolizing moksha (liberation) and worldly gains. He is revered by gods like Indra and by people of all walks of life, from the unlearned to the scholarly. The composition highlights Ganesha’s divine beauty, his ornaments, and his close ties with his family Shiva (Kailasa-natha), Parvati (Vallabhamba), and Kartikeya (Guruguha). He is depicted as residing in sacred places like Halasya kshetra and the banks of the Vegavati river. Through poetic and philosophical depth, Muthuswami Dikshitar presents Ganesha as the ultimate object of devotion, encompassing both material and spiritual significance. Pallavi Ekadantam bhajeham ekaneka phala pradam Anupallavi Pakashasan-Aradhitham pamara panditadi nutha padam Charanam Kailasa natha kumaram karthikeya manoharam halasya kshetra vegavathi tata viharam haram kolahala guruguha sahitam koti mara lavanya hitham mala kankanadi dharanam masa vallabhamba ramanam --------------------------------------------------------------------- Meaning: I worship single tusked Lord Ganesa. He fulfills all kinds of wishes. Devendra prays to him. Learned Pandits worship his feet. He is the son of Lord of Kailasa. He is dear to Kartikeya. He dwells at holy Halasya on the bank of river Vegavati. He dispels evil. He is delightful with his brother Guha. He excels crores of Manmadhas in beauty. He is adorned with garlands and bracelets. Masha Vallabhamba is his consort. --------------------------------------------------------------------- DISCLAIMER : These songs have been uploaded for hearing pleasure only and as an archive for Carnatic music. By this I don't wish to violate any copyrights owned by the respective owners of these songs if any. I don't own any copyright of the songs myself. If anything is in violation of the copyright you own, then please let me know, I shall remove it from my Youtube channel.