Educating through Harmony: The Artistic Works of Anayadi Prasad
Explore the multifaceted artistic legacy of Anayadi Prasad, where education harmoniously intertwines with his profound musical achievements, showcasing a lifelong commitment to both enlightenment and melody.
Music Career
Public Performances
- Over 13,000 stage performances showcasing his musical prowess.
- Debut performance in 1984 at Anayadi Narasimha Temple.
- Regular performances at prestigious events such as State Onam Festival, Chembai Music Festival, and Sangeetha Nataka Academy.
Audio CDs
- “Poothiri” – Released for the Department of Education, Kerala.
- “Samavayam” – A collection of poems from high school classes.
- “Dhyaname Gathi” – A classical CD showcasing his musical depth.
Fusion Music
Successfully blended Kathakali and Classical Music in Fusion Music performances.
Radio and Television
- Higher Grade Artist on Doordarshan and All India Radio.
- Special programs on Doordarshan, Asianet, Amrita TV, etc.
- Rendered Navagraha Krithi’s, Pancharetna Krithi’s, etc., on All India Radio.
- Conducted music lessons on All India Radio.
International Performances
Toured Malaysia and Singapore for music concerts.
Teaching Career
Educational Institutions
- 10 years as a Music Teacher in Government High Schools.
- 22 years as a Lecturer in Art Education at the District Institute of Education & Training (DIET).
Curriculum Development
- Worked as an Art Education Expert in the Focus Group for Kerala Curriculum Framework (KCF) 2007.
- Member of the Curriculum Revision 2022 Focus Group.
- State Level Trainer for Teacher Trainers.
Little Artist Programme
- Coordinated the research-based “Little Artist Programme” organized by DIET, Kollam.
Kalagramam Educational Project
Served as the Coordinator of the Kalagramam Educational Project by Kollam District Panchayat & Perinadu Grama Panchayat.
Research and Publications
Research Scholar at Kannur University – Topic: A study of Pedagogic Process of Music Curriculum in Secondary Schools of Kerala.
Conducted research activities for DIET through Block Resource Centres (BRC).
Published articles on Art Education, Primary Curriculum, and the Evaluation process of Art Education in School Education.
Co-author of the book “Kilukkampettiyum Poothumbiyum Kalapadanathinu Oru Amukham.”
Additional Art-related Activities
- Visiting Faculty for many colleges and Music Institutions for demonstrating and practical classes.
- State Core Resource Group Member in Cascading In-Service Programmes for Elementary & Secondary School Teachers.
- Coordinator of the “Navagraha Krithi’s” and “Pancharetna Krithi’s” for All India Radio.