Aarohanam — ascending scale
S R₂ G₂ M₂ P D₁ N₂ Ṡ
Avarohanam — descending scale
Ṡ N₂ D₁ P M₂ G₂ R₂ S
Shanmukhapriya is one of the most celebrated ragas in Carnatic music. Named after Lord Shanmukha (Subrahmanya), the raga has a vibrant and highly expressive melodic character. It combines intensity with devotional warmth, making it suitable for elaborate improvisation and dramatic presentation. The raga's distinctive tonal structure allows for expansive alapana and swara improvisation, and it is frequently performed in major concerts. Also known as: Latangi.
- Marivere Dikkevarayya — Patnam Subramania Iyer
- Vallinayaka Ninne — Tyagaraja
- Parvati Nayakane — Papanasam Sivan
- Siddhi Vinayakam — Muthuswami Dikshitar(attributed in some traditions)
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Shanmukhapriya — Carnatic Classical
Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer
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