Friday, September 17, 2010

Revealing the History of Konkani Cinema

Revealing the History of Konkani Cinema
By Tomazinho Cardozo


If one has to gather authentic information about Konkani Cinema one must read the book “Konknni Cholchitram” written by well-known writer Isidore Dantas.
The book, written in Konkani in the Roman script, begins with information about the production and exhibition of the first Konkani celluloid film “Mogacho Anvddo” by producer-actor AL Jerry Braganza under the banner of ETICA Films way back in 1950. In fact, this book was published in 2010 on the occasion of completion of 60 years of Konkani Cinema.
One cannot forget the contribution of late Andrew Greno Viegas who single-handedly published the first book on the same subject titled “50 Years of Konkani Cinema” on the occasion of the golden Jubilee of Konkani Cinema in the year 2000.
Isidore Dantas’ “Konknni Cholchitram” gives detailed information about celluloid Konkani films produced during the last 60 years. In all there are 31 celluloid Konkani films produced till date. The films released as late as December 2009 find place in this book. These productions are done Konkani cinema aficionados from Goa, Karnataka and Maharashtra. In brief the book can be considered a kaleidoscope of Konkani cinema from the Konkan region.
Mr Dantas has taken a lot of pains in giving detailed information about every film. He has made it a point to give the story of every film in brief besides including other technical and even financial aspects of the film. The success stories of film have also been included. The book is decorated with numerous photographs from every film. Besides, it carries lyrics from every film together with musical scores. This is the greatness of this book.
Mr Dantes has also added a chapter enlightening readers on the valuable contribution of Konkani-speaking filmmakers, artistes, technicians, musicians, singers, etc, to Indian Cinema. He has listed 48 personalities which include Goan actress Ermelinda (Sudhabala), Mangeshkar sisters, Shyam Benegal, Girish Karnad, Bhaskar Chandravarkar, Ashok Saraf, K Vaikunth, Domnic Dias, Varsha Usgaokar, Remo Fernandes and Hema Sardesai. He has also featured new entrants to the film world namely Freida Pinto, Iliana D’Cruz and Genelia D’Costa.
The book is dedicated to late Frank Fernando, who composed memorable music for the Konkani films “Amchem Noxib” and “Nirmonn”. The production of this book has been funded by George Pinto besides many others. The credit page records the valuable advice given by Ben Antao, Cecil Pinto and Francis Rodrigues.
The book was released on April 4 in California, USA on the occasion of the 10th Anniversary of Goa Sudharop, a NGO working for the promotion of Konkani language, culture and Goan identity. The book, “Konknni Cholchitram” will be released in Goa on September 21 at 4.30 p.m. Hotel Mandovi, Panjim.




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Tuesday, September 14, 2010

KONKANI COMEDY AND MUSICAL SHOW IN OMAN

KONKANI COMEDY AND MUSICAL SHOW: Friday, 8th October, 10.30 am to 1.30 pm, at the Ruwi Parish Hall. Goa Konkani comedy king Agostinho, famous comedian Selvy, Goa's number one singer Marcus and singer Francis de Tuvem who was well appreciated last year will form a team of artistes coming from Goa. Additionally, locally based singers and musicians will perform. Please see the above poster attachment for details. Tickets RO 5 and RO 3 available with the below-named persons.


KONKANI MOGEANK KHUXEALKAIECHI KHOBOR ---------- GCO ( GOAN CUMMUNITY OF OMAN) GODUNK ADDTTA KONKANI MUSICAL SHOW 2010, “GOENCHI GIRESTKAI” ZO ZATOLO 8 VER OTUMBRACHE SOKALLIM 10.30 VORAR , RUWI IGORJECHEA HALLANT.
ATUN BHAG GEUNK GOEAM THAUN EITAT FAMAD NANV VOSTE KALAKAR------- COMEDY KING AGOSTINHO, HIT COMIDIAN SELVY, POLITICAL CRITIC SINGER FRANCIS DE TUVEM, SENSATIONAL SINGER MARCUZ VAZ ANI FAMAD MUSICIAN ANTHONY DE VELIM. TOSECH AMCHIM SOGLEANCHIM KALLZAM JIKON GETLELE AMCHE MUSCAT CHE KALAKAR; ASSUMTINA, VELROSE, AVERS PERIERA, E-PERRY, LOUIS GOMES, FRANK DE QUEPEM, XAVIER, BASILIO,LOUIS ANIC COMEDIAN GEORGE. SOGLEAK AMCHIM MOGACHEM AMONTRONN.
TIKETTEO MEUTOLEO RUWI IGORJECHEA KOCHERINT, TOSECH E-PERRY 99676472, ANTHONY 99232150, LOUIS 94052985, ROCKY 99382698, BONNY 99008931, HERMAN 99013135, DOMINGOS 99430190, DOMINIC 99474503 ANI STEVEN 99517369.

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

TAG to support Non-Commercial Tiatr Troupes

TAG to support Non-Commercial Tiatr Troupes

In the meeting of the Executive Board of Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) held on 8th September 2010, it was unanimously resolved to give financial support to Dramatic Troupes participating in the yearly Tiatr Festival organised by Kala Academy Goa.

The financial assistance to be given to each troupe is Rs.10,000/-. The purpose behind this scheme is to help the producers of Tiatr to improve the quality of stage setting, light effects, background music, costumes, make-up and direction. TAG is of the opinion that this financial support will help the tiatr producers to stage a better performance which will lead in the improvement of the standard of Tiatr.

In fact the participants of yearly Tiatr Festival had sent a memorandum to the President of TAG explaining thereby the need of financial support to the participating troupes as it is given to commercial tiatr artistes for participating in the Popular Tiatr Festival organised by TAG.

In order to explain the details of the scheme to the participanting troupes of the 36th Tiatr Festival, a meeting of all concerned is called on 15th September 2010 at 4:30 pm at TAG’s Conference Hall.

The representatives of the participating troupes are requested to attend the meeting.

The scheme will be made applicable to all the participating troupes of the 36th Tiatr Festival organised by Kala Academy Goa which is due to commence from 21st September 2010 at Kala Academy.


Victor de Sa
Member Secretary


8/9/2010
As forwarded to gaspar almeida, www.goa-world.com by TAG.

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

PELEACHO ABRU-MAN UBOV NAIE! (THOU SHALL NOT DEFAME OTHERS)

From: Domnic Fernandes [mailto:domvalden@hotmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Subject: PELEACHO ABRU-MAN UBOV NAIE! (THOU SHALL NOT DEFAME OTHERS)

Dear netters,

The following Konkani article was written for Anjuna parish 3rd quarterly magazine ‘San Miguelicho Avaz’, which was released yesterday. I thought I would share it with you all. Rough English translation follows after Konkani version:

PELEACHO ABRU-MAN UBOV NAIE!

Devan munxeak aplea sarko rochla and taka muki kuddiche sande dileat zoxe porim – hat, paim, nak, kan, dolle, mendu, jib, adi.

Amkam don hat dileat ami koixtt korun jieonk, Devachi xeva korunk ani Taka donui hathanim dhumpavnk. Amkam don paim dileat ami Dev-bhirantichi vatt cholonk ani Tachea mondirant vochon Taka nomoskar korunk. Amkam ek nak dilam vaitt-borem hungonk. Don dolle dileat sobit ani boreo vostu polleunk, Rochnnaracho rupkar tantuntlean chitravnk ani Povitr Pustok vachunk. Mendu dila vaitt-borem chintunk, Devacho niall korunk ani Tachem raj fankaravnk. Don kan dileat borem aikonk - kanar vaitt sadovta tem ami eka kanan aikonk zai ani dusrea kanantlean bhair uddovnk zai, ani jib dilea sot tem ulovnk ani Devachem utor porgottunk.

Heam kuddichea sandeam modekat amchi jib ekuch hathiar zacho jitlo upeog zata titli tachi dhar vhaddtta. Amchi jib ek dhakttulo sando zo donantlem ek rochta – sumell vo vegllochar; borem vo vaitt. Amchi jib hadd nasleli dekun ami tika zai toxe vapurtanv - dekunuch mhunnttat: “Kaddli jib, laili tonddak!” Hakach lagon zaite pavtt ragan uloilelem utor chukichem zavnk pavta; karann, rag ek dhoxea jeant bhejea poros jib rostin vavurta. Aiz-kal choddxe khun jibeche ruzvatik lagon ghoddttat. Kitle kazari ghorabe amche jibek lagon moddon poddonk nam zait? Dekun ghoddtta zalear tujem tondd bond dovor, punn dolle ugtte jeant tujean subej polleunk zatelem ani unnem ulovnk.

Devan amkam sonvsarant jieonk Sumurtiche Dha Upodes dileat. Devache Sumurticho Attvo Upodes amkam fott marunk ani peleachem nanv ubovnk advarta. Aiz-kalcho sonvsar bhov motlobi. Fottingponn vaddot asa. Fott marop amcho dhondo zala. Fotti viret kainch cholonam, zanv eka ghorabeant vo amchea dhondeant. Amchi jib vaprun ami heo fotti martanv. Toxech dilele soput ami kainch nhoi korun negar vetanv ani Devachem nanv gorje viret amche jiber haddun Taka okman kortanv. Peleachem borem dekche suater amchi jib vaprun ami taka xirap soddttanv ani tachem vaitt zavnk anvddetanv. Ghoddtta zalear vonddavnnechea vonttantlean doiallponnanchim utram uloi. Sodanch sot uloi ani Dev jerul tuka sasnnanchea sukacho visov ditolo.

Amkam sonvoim jib vaprun dusreancheo gozali korunk. Hea sonvsarant gozaleam poros paixtt anik kainch nam. To/tem oslo/oslem ani toslo/toslem mhunnon ami peleak kikont kortanv ani tacho abru-man uboitanv. Amchea ghorcheancheo, seza-samareancho ami gozali kortanv ani tanchea kuttumbar kallo dag ghaltanv fokot amchea jivak borem dista dekun. Internet-ar pasun gorje viret ami peleacho abru-man uboitanv. Amkam dista peleacho abru-man uboilear ami jiklet oxe; hem chintop sarkem nhoi. Peleachem vaitt chintche bodlek ghoddtta zalear taka borem mag; taka xirap soddinaka ani tachem padd ghalinaka. Varear ublolo kapus portun hatan einam. Ugddas dhor amchea dhor eka kortubacho ixeob ami Devak divnk zai.

Tuka zai dusreanim tuji thoknnai keleli? Tor tum aplich voddvik kednanch korinaka. Ami dusmanancho mog korunk zai ani nhoi kanttallo. Kanttallo mogan bodolta jednam amchem vaitt chinteleank ami borem anvddetanv. Amkam soglleank bhogsonneanchi goroz dekun ami sodanch peleak bhogsunk zai.

Devak rozar kelearuch ani sodankal ghorant Saibinnincho ters kelearuch puro nhoi; ami amchea peleachem borem chintunk zai. Igorje misak gelearuch ami bore Kristanv zainanv. Dekunuch Povitr Pustok mhunntta: Zorui tuvem peleak vaitt kelam ani tachem lagim tum uloinam zalear misachi bhett sodd ani poilem tujea dusmana lagim bhogsonnem mag ani tednanch ki tuji misachi bhett Devak manovteli. Oxem ami kortat kai? Zorui dusmanank bhogxinanv zalear ami Amchea Bapachi adnea pallinanv.

Devan zonn ekleak rochla ani taka apli zababdari dilea. Zorui pelean patok adarlam zalear to aplea patkanchem farikponn ditolo – ‘korit to bhogit’. Ghoddtta zalear tujea peleak sozmai ani to vaitt rostear cholta zalear taka nitt rostear haddunk tozvit kor punn nhoi tachi ttika marun ani tacho abru-man ubovn. Ami moddvoll zavn dusreachim patkam dhuvunk favonam. Devan amkam sangonk nam dusreacheo chukleo kelear ani dusreachim patkam voir kaddlear Apunn sorgar vortolo mhunnon!

Setembrache 8ver Kristi sonvsar Ankvar Moriecho zolm dis monoitat. Hea mhoineant amche jibek ami talem marum-iea ani ti fokot Devachem borem utor porgottunk vaprum-iea. Tujea lagim ghoddta zalear peleachem borem chint ani borem kor; tachem padd ghalunk ani taka sokol uddovnk tozvit korinaka. Amchea dolleant vanso astannam ami dusreachea dolleantlem kuskutt kaddunk bhonvtanv; hem sarkem nhoi. Borem uloi ani boreo korneom kor. Oxem kelearuch ami sasnnanchem sukh bhogunk pavteleanv.

Soglleank khuxealborit Mont Saibinninchem fest anvddetam!

English translation:

THOU SHALL NOT DEFAME OTHERS

God created man in His likeness and gave him main body parts like hands, legs, nose, eyes, brain, tongue, etc.

He gave us two hands to work hard, to serve Him and to incense him with both hands. He gave us two legs to follow the God-fearing path, to go to His temple and to adore Him. He gave us a nose to smell good and bad things. He gave us two eyes to see beautiful things, visualize Him through them and to read the Holy Bible. He gave us brain to differentiate between good and bad and to spread the word of His Kingdom. He gave us two ears to hear good things – whenever we hear bad things, we must listen to them in one ear and throw them away through the other ear; and he gave us a tongue to speak the truth and to preach the word of God.

Among all the above-cited parts, our tongue is the only weapon which grows sharper every time we use it. It is a small organ which creates one of the two – good or bad. Our tongue is boneless which is why we use it liberally; that’s why they say in Konkani: “Kaddli jib, laili tonddak’ (Use it the way you want!) This is why many a times a word spoken with anger turns out to be wrong, for anger is a state of mind in which the tongue works faster than the brain. Nowadays, most murders take place because of arguments. Similarly, many a families have split because of our tongue. Therefore, if possible, keep your mouth shut but eyes open so you can see more and speak less.

In order to help us live, God provided us with Ten Commandments. The eighth Commandment forbids us to tell lies and defame our neighbor. Today’s world is very tricky. Cheating is on the increase. Telling lies has become our business. We can’t do anything without telling lies, be it in our homes or in our businesses, and we do this by using our tongue. In the same way, we easily deny given promises and offend God by taking His name in vain. Instead of thinking positive of our neighbor, we use our tongue to curse him and wish him bad. If possible, utter words of sympathy. Always speak the truth and God will definitely accept you in His paradise.

It’s our habit to use our tongue and gossip about others. In this world there is nothing worse than gossip. We make a mockery of our neighbor and defame him. We speak ill of our relatives, neighbors and paint a black mark on them. Why? Just because we feel good! We even defame our fellow netters on the Internet unnecessarily. We think if we defame our neighbor, we win; this is wrong thinking. Instead of thinking negative of your neighbor, if possible, wish him/her well; don’t curse him/her and wish him/her bad. Once you let cotton escape from the grip of your hand, it’s difficult to get it back. Keep in mind we are accountable for every deed of our life.

Do you want others to speak highly of you? Then never praise yourself. We must love our enemy and not hate him/her. Hatred turns into love when we wish well to those who think ill of us. We all need forgiveness; hence, we must always forgive our neighbor.

It is not enough to pray to God and to say rosary every day; we must be concerned about our neighbor and think well of him/her. Similarly, we do not become good Christians only by attending a mass in the Church. This is exactly why the Holy Bible says: If you hurt your neighbor and you are not in talking terms with him/her, leave the mass offering and first beg pardon with your enemy and only then your mass offering will be acceptable to God. Do we do this? If we are not ready to forgive our enemy we are not fulfilling the will of our Father.

God created each human being and assigned him with his/her own responsibility. If your neighbor committed a sin, he will pay for it – one has to pay for his/her mistakes. If possible, try to make him/her understand and if he/she is following the wrong path, try to correct him/her and put him/her back on the right path but not by criticizing and defaming him/her. We should not become washer men and try to wash others’ sins. God did not tell us that if we become tale-bearers He will take us to heaven!

On September 8, the Christian world celebrates the birth day of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Let us lock our tongue in this month and use it only to preach good word of our Lord. Let us not defame and destroy our neighbor; instead, let us think well of him/her. Let us not try to find fault with others and try to remove the speck from others’ eyes when there is a log in our eyes; this is not correct. Speak well of others and think good about them. If we do so, only then we will earn eternal peace.

Wish everyone happy Mount Mary’s feast!

Moi-mogan,

Domnic Fernandes
Gaumvaddy, Anjuna,
Bardez, Goa


Photo of Domnic Fernandes by Joel D'Souza

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DHA MANDAMENT - Konkani Song by Marcus Vaz
and Xavier Gomes
produced by v.p. sinari
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xm5eHD9Z1lU


konkani song saibin (IVY)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gyJP87KGJqU

Isidore Dantas' Konkani Book Launch

Monday, September 6, 2010

Drummer Boy John Fernandes

Drummer boy
Published on: September 4, 2010
The Navhind Times www.navhindtimes.in


By J P Pereira

JOHN FERNANDES: John Fernandes is one of the talented young drummers in Goa today. Hailing from Maddel, Margao, he is the son of Francis Antonio and Caitana Fernandes.

His father was an ace drummer himself, playing for the ‘Young Stars of Goa’ theatre group, brass bands and the popular ‘Radio Serenaders’. As a young boy, John would accompany his father, playing the bass and snare drum at feasts and funerals while simultaneously completing his education at the Holy Spirit High School, Margao.
At the age of 8 years, John played for a ‘tiatr’ by Rocky Dias. This was an amateur show, but also the beginning of a long career. First there were the village dramas and soon the commercial stage. In ‘Battli’ a non-stop show by Pascoal Rodrigues, the young man got his professional break.

John has played for well known music directors like Josinho, Carlito, Augusto de Panchwadi, Agnelo Dias, Anthony de Velim, A Moraes, John de Nuvem, Thomson, Babush and Norman Cardozo and for dramas by directors like the late C Alvares, late Rosario Rodrigues as well as Felcy, Jose Rod, Tony Dias, Simon Gonsalves, Filipe and Janet, Ben Evangelisto, Milagres de Chandor, Mini Mario and many others. Lately he has played for ‘Mahanand’ the impressive presentation from Tony Dias, a ‘tiatr’ titled ‘Denvti’ by Comedian Ambe and is presently playing for ‘Goem Soddun Paulem Ghanttar’ the hit, from Peter-Roshan, that is running to packed houses.

John is a regular in bands that back the singers, for audio albums. He plays for recordings of Manfa Music, with Chris Corriea and other music directors. Edwin D’Costa gave him his first break for audio recordings and since then, there have been numerous albums, some recorded in Mumbai, for which John has backed with some stylish drumming, especially the rolls. He has played for dance bands like Genesis, Major Strings and is presently playing for Saby’s (of the Wings) new band. With great pride he mentions of the musical shows he played for, the late M Boyer and also for the legendary, late Chris Perry, who had presented a grand musical evening at the Kala Academy open air hall, Panaji.

John is quite happy with the progress made in music, for dramas. By emulating the dedication shown by the veteran musicians, there is even more scope for improvement. Taking a break from professional music, John was abroad for some time and worked at the ‘Pizza Hut’ as a pizza maker. Presently he is full time into music and lives with his wife Maria. We wish you all success John and a great career in drumming.

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Saturday, September 4, 2010

From tiatr to cinema

From tiatr to cinema


Sharon Mazarello, a household name in Goa, famous crooner, is now all excited as she sets out to promote her first Konkani film, ‘Tum Kitem Kortolo Aslo?’ (What would you have done?), written, produced and directed by the lady herself.
Sharon who is a professional singer in tiatrs for the last 25 years tried her hand at writing and that is how this movie idea eventually was born.

“This story is actually a tiatr script which I had submitted at the Kala Academy’s competition and had staged. It received a good response. That is when I submitted the same script to avail of the film financing scheme of the Goa government. Actually we (my husband, Wilmix, son, Claron) had submitted three scripts but this got selected. That is when the process of writing a story began,” stated Sharon while speaking at the launch of the music of the movie at the FM radio station, Radio Mirchi. ‘Tum Kitem Kortolo Aslo? is slated to be released on November 1.
The music album was formally released by the president of the Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG), Mr Tomazinho Cardozo who stated that Sharon’s venture into Konkani cinema would help take Konkani music to a wider audience.

The music for the film has been created by Balthazar Fernandes (ex-assistant to Kalyanji-Anandji) while Wilmix has penned the lyrics and set it to tune. The cinematography has been done by Domnic Dias.

The cast of the movie includes Sharon Mazarello, Pradip Naik, Franky Gonsalves, Wilmix, Comedy Supremo Humbert, Effie Fernandes, Roseferns, Menino de Bandar, Comedian Edisson, Fermeeno, etc.

The music album will be formally released in the market next week. Till then Radio Mirchi will play the songs on their radio station.
Speaking more about the movie, Sharon added that it was a woman centric film. “In our society we always blame a woman even if she is not at fault. My film deals with this aspect,” added Sharon who refused to reveal more about the film as it would then lose out on the suspense element.

Commenting further, she mentioned that this film has achieved many firsts. Through this film, Sharon has started a blog (sharon-shamazfilmsgoa.blogspot.com) and has become the first Goan tiatrist to do so. This blog has interesting snippets related to the movie, its cast, and crew. There is also a section on Wilmx and Sharon - a real life couple - and their love and their journey on the Konkani stage. There is detail data about their work and their achievements.

“We also wanted to do away with giving press kits and by having this blog we are actually saving on a lot of paper,” adds Claron Mazarello.
This will also be the first Konkani film to use professional choreography involving Goan fire-dancers.
‘Tum Kitem Kortolo Aslo? also came across a few hurdles prior to its release. It was stalled by the censor board for using two names -‘Parvati’ and ‘Tulsi’ in a comic scene. “We didn’t realise they are mythological names; we were only trying to make a comic remark on TV serials. We changed those names as we don’t want to hurt any sentiments,” says Sharon.

Currently Sharon is working on two more scripts and is considering films as the next step. She says, “I will continue acting on stage but films are what that I am focusing on as of now. It is indeed a wider and a bigger platform,” concludes Sharon.

http://www.navhindtimes.in/iwatch/tiatr-cinema

From Bollywood to Konkani films, making sweet music

From Bollywood to Konkani films, making sweet music

BY CLARA A RODRIGUES
Having worked as assistant music director for Bollwood greats like Kalyanji Anandji and being a part of musical masterpieces like ‘Meri desh ki dharti’ and ‘Pal Pal dil ke pas’ Balthazar Fernandes, aka Baltu, from Goa speaks of his tryst as a first time music director for a Konkani film. He looks back on his journey in Bollywood.
‘Tum kito kortolo aslo’ is your first Konkani film as music director. Tell us something about the music?


This will be my first Konkani film as music director, but I have earlier worked as assistant music director for Frank Fernand for Konkani classics like ‘Amche Noxib’ and ‘Nirmon’. The music for this film has been composed for an orchestra. Around 40 local musicians are part of the ensemble. The music has a Goan feel with a lot of Goan music elements like harmony, counter-point, counter-melody and chorus.
What was the reason for such a massive music set up?
It is different when you listen to music played by an orchestra. I wanted to show how orchestra music is possible for a film. To get type of music, you need to play in an orchestra. In India there are not many orchestras. In fact you can count them on your fingers tips.
What Bollywood assignments are you currently working on?
I now have fewer assignments. Now just about anybody gets into music direction. In many cases, the music is created by one man on the keyboard. Till today, whenever I listen to an orchestra, I have tears in my eyes. It is not the same when you hear other music.
Many Goans have played pivotal roles in Bollywood in the early 70s. Sadly, not many have got recognition for their contribution. Comment.
Indian music is different. It is based more on melody. The rhythm is important. On the other hand Goan music has counter harmony and harmony which not many understand. I worked as an assistant music director for Anandji-Kalyanji, but my name never appeared in the credit scroll. The payment was not good either, and that is what compelled me to quit after working with them for 11 years.
Do Goans still dominate the music scene in Mumbai like they did once before?
Now there are many educated musicians on the scene. They know how to write Indian music. They do it in a simple style. A lot of students are also studying counter point. There are many Goans but there are also many musicians from other states.
What have you to say about the lack of originality on the Goan music scenario?
Goans are talented; unfortunately something has gone wrong. Music is there in our blood. Goans will appreciate music more than the others do. The Goan school of music or Church schools where solfege was taught are no longer there. Music is neglected in schools. The entire system of education has changed.
Could you suggest steps to bring about improvement?
We have to teach music right from the primary level. Children must not learn by rote. Be it drama or church, they must be given a chance to perform in public. This is what I would advise them.
Could you tell us something about your own journey in the music industry?
I learnt in the Goan school of music. If not for it, I would not have been what I am. I learnt the violin from foreign teachers in Mumbai. I later taught brass bands in schools. Then I got a break in the Hindi film industry.
What was it like to work in the Bombay film industry?
To be frank, I did not enjoy it. It is not my kind of music. But you got to earn your bread.
Do you have plans of relocating to Goa?
Yes. Although, I am stationed in Mumbai, Chorao is my native place. I come every six months to Goa. On my visits, I do a lot of music with the church and the children from my village.
http://www.navhindtimes.in/ilive/bollywood-konkani-films-making-sweet-music
From Bollywood to Konkani films, making sweet music

BY CLARA A RODRIGUES

Having worked as assistant music director for Bollwood greats like Kalyanji Anandji and being a part of musical masterpieces like ‘Meri desh ki dharti’ and ‘Pal Pal dil ke pas’ Balthazar Fernandes, aka Baltu, from Goa speaks of his tryst as a first time music director for a Konkani film. He looks back on his journey in Bollywood.
‘Tum kito kortolo aslo’ is your first Konkani film as music director. Tell us something about the music?
This will be my first Konkani film as music director, but I have earlier worked as assistant music director for Frank Fernand for Konkani classics like ‘Amche Noxib’ and ‘Nirmon’. The music for this film has been composed for an orchestra. Around 40 local musicians are part of the ensemble. The music has a Goan feel with a lot of Goan music elements like harmony, counter-point, counter-melody and chorus.
What was the reason for such a massive music set up?
It is different when you listen to music played by an orchestra. I wanted to show how orchestra music is possible for a film. To get type of music, you need to play in an orchestra. In India there are not many orchestras. In fact you can count them on your fingers tips.
What Bollywood assignments are you currently working on?
I now have fewer assignments. Now just about anybody gets into music direction. In many cases, the music is created by one man on the keyboard. Till today, whenever I listen to an orchestra, I have tears in my eyes. It is not the same when you hear other music.
Many Goans have played pivotal roles in Bollywood in the early 70s. Sadly, not many have got recognition for their contribution. Comment.
Indian music is different. It is based more on melody. The rhythm is important. On the other hand Goan music has counter harmony and harmony which not many understand. I worked as an assistant music director for Anandji-Kalyanji, but my name never appeared in the credit scroll. The payment was not good either, and that is what compelled me to quit after working with them for 11 years.
Do Goans still dominate the music scene in Mumbai like they did once before?
Now there are many educated musicians on the scene. They know how to write Indian music. They do it in a simple style. A lot of students are also studying counter point. There are many Goans but there are also many musicians from other states.
What have you to say about the lack of originality on the Goan music scenario?
Goans are talented; unfortunately something has gone wrong. Music is there in our blood. Goans will appreciate music more than the others do. The Goan school of music or Church schools where solfege was taught are no longer there. Music is neglected in schools. The entire system of education has changed.
Could you suggest steps to bring about improvement?
We have to teach music right from the primary level. Children must not learn by rote. Be it drama or church, they must be given a chance to perform in public. This is what I would advise them.
Could you tell us something about your own journey in the music industry?
I learnt in the Goan school of music. If not for it, I would not have been what I am. I learnt the violin from foreign teachers in Mumbai. I later taught brass bands in schools. Then I got a break in the Hindi film industry.
What was it like to work in the Bombay film industry?
To be frank, I did not enjoy it. It is not my kind of music. But you got to earn your bread.
Do you have plans of relocating to Goa?
Yes. Although, I am stationed in Mumbai, Chorao is my native place. I come every six months to Goa. On my visits, I do a lot of music with the church and the children from my village.

http://www.navhindtimes.in/ilive/bollywood-konkani-films-making-sweet-music

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Tiatr Academy of Goa to conduct orientation courses

TAG to conduct orientation courses

Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) will organise Orientation Classes in Dramatics for artistes interested in Tiatr, its Song & Music. The orientation courses will be organised in different compartments of Tiatr such as Script Writing, Lyrics Composition, Direction, Acting, Stage Setting, Background Music, Light Effects, Make-up etc. Regular classes will be held twice a week preferably at the weekends or any other days suggested by the participants as per their convenience. Each session will be of 3 hours and it will be conducted by persons well versed in dramatics.

The training will be of preliminary nature. However, it will definitely help our tiatr artistes to improve the standard of tiatr. Some travelling allowance to meet the expenditure of transport will be given only after the full course is completed by the participant.

The interested persons may apply to TAG on or before 13th September 2010. The Prescribed Application form is available in the office of TAG during office hours.




Victor de Sa
Member Secretary
Tiatr Academy Goa

Friday, August 27, 2010

DVD REVIEW: DHARUNN VHODDIL (CRUEL FATHER)

DVD Review
DHARUNN VHODDIL (CRUEL FATHER)


Dharunn Vhoddil is the latest offering from FC Global Music. It is the DVD product of a tiatr filmed on VHS. This suspense tiatr is penned, directed and produced by the famous trio- Mendes Brothers comprising of Felix, Xavier and Derrick.
The DVD boasts of a star cast of C Alvares, Saby Coutinho, Antonette, Jessie Dias, Cajie, Titta Pretto, Alfred Rose, Rita Rose, Joe Rose, Betty Ferns, Mendes Brothers, William de Curtorim and Marcelino de Betim. Music is provided by Babush.

The story revolves around a family consisting of Nunes, his wife, three sons, a handicapped daughter, a daughter-in-law and a servant. Nunes is interested in amassing wealth. He is so obsessed with money that he breaks the oral promise given to his close friend Gordon Figueredo due to which the latter suffers severe loss. Gordon swears to avenge. Nunes on the other hand as a father is a terror and in his authoritarian style harasses his daughter in law for not bringing dowry. His cruelty reaches its climax when he kicks his pregnant daughter in law for robbing his money although the money is stolen by his own drunkard son. Nunes is murdered. The suspense as to who the murderer is well maintained as every one is confused regarding the suspect. It can be Gordon Figueredo or the married son or the drunkard son. The DVD is to be watched to know how the puzzle is solved. The use of Konkani proverbs in the tiatr adds glitter to the presentation.

Saby Coutinho acts the title role. Jessie Dias enacts the role of his wife. The three sons are performed by C Alvares, Felix and Xavier. Antonette is the daughter-in-law. Rita Rose acts as a handicapped daughter. Titta Pretto is in the role of a servant. Cajie a star of the yesteryears dons the role of Gordon Figueredo whereas his son Inspector Gerald is played by Joe Rose. Derrick is the constable Ninety Nine and Alfred Rose is the doctor. Betty Ferns is the comedienne.

The interlude in the tiatr comprises of popular songs rendered by Alfred Rose, Rita Rose, Joe Rose, Antonette, Mendes Brothers, Marcelino de Betim, Titta Pretto and William de Curtorim.

It is a treat to see the gathering of many old timers in this tiatr.

Isidore Dantas
isidordantas at yahoo.co.in

Computer Exhibition in Goa on 4th/5th of September 2010

Computer Exhibition in Goa on 4th/5th of September 2010.
All of you are invited for this Event!
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Thursday, August 26, 2010

Konknni tiatrachi Akademi sthapli

Konknni tiatrachi Akademi sthapli

Gõykaranchi khup kallachi ievzonn Tiatr Akademi sthapunk asli ti xekim atam purai zali. Atam he Akademi udexim 117 vorsanchea tiatrachea vavrak mhotv vaddtolem ani tiatracho-i dorzo voir sortolo, oxi opekxa zalea. Konknni tiatranchim boroupam xudh ritin zaunchim mhonn amkam dista. Adle tiatrist apnnak somzota ani upkarta toxem tiatrachem boroup kortale. Tiatrachim sogllim boroupam - Romi vo devonagori zaum, promann ritin asunk he Akademichea vavurpeamni vavurchi goroz asa. Na tor bexttench nanvam purtench kam’ kelem ani aplem sadoilem mhonnlear Akademicho vavr nirfoll zaunk favona. Amcho fanki tiatrist Tomazinho Cardozo baban hacher chotrayen lokx diunchem. Osli Akademi ghoddun haddpachi tachich ievzonn oxem hanv somzotam. Tachea fuddariponna khal Akademicho vavr nettan fuddem vetolo, ani Gõycho tiatr unchlea dorjear pavtolo mhonn axa ballgitam.

Jeremias Furtado
Sangolda

[Archived article from www.v-ixtt.com]

Launch of my book Konknni Cholchitram

I would like to invite you for the launch of my book Konknni Cholchitram - history of all Konkani celluloid films produced so far on 21st September 2010 at 4 p.m. at Covention Hall,Hotel Mandovi,Panjim, Goa by Goa Sudharop organisation.
Please visit www.konkanifilmbook.com

I. Dantas

‘Kantaram Singing Competition’ to be organized by TAG

‘Kantaram Singing Competition’


Kantaram i.e. stage songs in Konkani are an integral part of Goan Song & Music. Kantaram are of various types such as Solos/Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets/Quintets etc. Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) has observed that the present day composers and singers very often go for solo singing only and do not promote Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets/Quintets etc.

In order to preserve and promote Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets and Quintets in its true form as they were presented on the Tiatr stage in the past, TAG has organised a competition of singing of original Duets, Duos, Trios, Quartets and Quintets on Saturday, 18th September 2010 from 10 am onwards at the Conference Hall of Goa State Museum at Patto Plaza, Panjim.

Those interested in participating in this competition should note the following:-

1.The Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets/Quintets to be sung in the competition should be newly composed for participating in the competition.
2.The lyrics of the Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets or Quintets should be of interactive nature and every singer should be a different character in the presentation of the Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets/Quintets
3.Care may also be taken to have original music for the Duets/Duos/ Trios/Quartets/Quintets.
4. The lyrics of the Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets/Quintets should be submitted to TAG along with the prescribed Application Form duly filled on or before 9th September 2010 before 5 pm at the office of TAG.
5. The dates for writing music and for rehearsals will be communicated to the participants after verifying the lyrics of the Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets/Quintets submitted by the composers/singers.
6. The cash prizes for singing the Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets/Quintets will be as under:-
• Best Duet - Rs.2000
• Best Duo - Rs.2000
• Best Trio - Rs.3000
• Best Quartet/Quintet - Rs.4000 / Rs.5000
• Best Original Lyrics - Rs.2000
• Best Original Music - Rs.2000
7. Each participant will also be provided with Travelling allowance.
8. The performances will be judged by judges from the field of Song & Music on the following factors: - 1.Quality of Lyrics 2.Quality of Music 3.Voice Modulation
4.Facial Expressions 5.Acting.
9. There should be atleast 3 songs in each category for organising the competition.

The composers and singers of Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets/Quintets are requested to participate in large numbers and help in preserving Duets/Duos/Trios/Quartets and Quintets in its true form. The Application Forms along with the rules and regulations of the competition are available at TAG’s office, Campal Trade Centre, Behind Military Hospital, Campal, Panjim, Goa during office hours.

Victor de Sa
Member Secretary

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

alexyz cartoons






A. J. De Almeida High School Ponda wins the 1st Prize

A. J. De Almeida High School Ponda wins the 1st Prize

“The values of Patriotism and National Integration must be inculcated in the students through our educational system which will help in producing good citizens to this country” said Shri. Pratapsingh Raoji Rane, Hon’ble Speaker of Goa Legislative Assembly, while addressing the students and teachers on the occasion of Inter School Competition of Dance on Konkani Songs of National Integration on 23rd August 2010 at Kala Academy, Panjim. The competition was organized by Kala Mogi Candolim in collaboration with Tiatr Academy of Goa and Dalgado Konknni Akademi.

Speaking further, Shri. Rane congratulated Kala Mogi Candolim for organizing an inter school activity which tends to promote national integration. Shri. Rane also complemented the talent of young students in staging a good performance of dance.

In all 19 schools participated in the competition and presented variety of dances on Konkani songs of National Integration. The 1st prize for best performance was bagged by A. J. De Almeida High School Ponda, the 2nd prize was won by St. Mary’s High School, Varca and the 3rd by Fatima Convent High School Margao. The first three winners were awarded with special trophies besides Rs. 5000/- Rs. 3000/- and Rs. 2000/- respectively. All the participants and teachers were given certificates of participation.

The competition was judged by well known personalities from the field of dance namely Dr. Sharmila Rao, Silvia Fernandes and Dr. Kshitija Barve.

While welcoming the guests Shri. Tomazinho Cardozo expressed the need to have more activities in all educational institutions which will help in creating love for the country among the students. Later Shri. Joy Fernandes, Treasurer of Kala Mogi thanked the participants and the guests.


Tomazinho Cardozo
President
Kala Mogi Candolim


Attached:- Photographs
(1) Dance by the students of A. J. De Almeida High School, Ponda
(2) Dance by the students of St. Mary’s High School, Varca
(3) Dance by the students of Fatima Convent High School, Margao.
(4) Shri. Pratapsingh Raoji Rane, Hon’ble Speaker of Goa Legislative Assembly addressing the students.
(5) Shri. Pratapsingh Raoji Rane presenting the trophy for the 1st award winning dance troupe.

Monday, August 23, 2010

BENECIO VITORINO PEREIRA-CHO PUSTOK UZVADDAVPACHO SUVALLO

BENECIO VITORINO PEREIRA-CHO PUSTOK UZVADDAVPACHO SUVALLO


Zominivele khell korpak nam'nna melloilo ani tiatr mollar vavurpi Xri
Bencio Vitorino Pereira hachem 'AXIRVAD' pustok 23 Agost 2010 disa tache
vadd'disache umedir uzvaddak haddlem. Hem pustok Goa Konkani Akademi-n (GKA)
Our Lady of Lourdes vosreant, Utorda-Majorda hanga uzvaddailam.

Tiatr Akademicho Goa (TAG)Odheokx Xri Tomazinho Cardoso hanchea hatantleanhem
pustok uzvaddak ailem. Tanche borabor Nam'nnechem kadomborikar Xri
Damodar Mauzo, GKA Odheokx Xri N. Shiovdas, GKA Vice President Xri Vincy
Quadros, Dalgado Konknni Akademi (DKA) Odheokx Xri Premanand Lotliker, borovpi Xri Benecio Vitorino Pereira, ani Xri Teotino Costa hajir asle.

Pustok uzvaddailea uprant Xri Vitorinacho Birthday cake kartolo ani
uprant sonvskrutik kariavoll zali.


Vincy Quadros,
Vice President
Goa Konkani Akademi (Govt. of Goa)
"Snows Krupa", Arlem, Raia, Salcete, Goa, India.
Mobile: +91 9822587498


[As forwarded to gaspar almeida, www.goa-world.com by Goa Konkani Akademi]
Photo by GKA.
23/08/2010

Friday, August 13, 2010

KALA MOGI to stage UNITED WE STAND


Dear friends,

Kala Mogi, Candolim is going to stage an English Play "United We Stand". on 16th and 17th August at Margao and Panjim respectively.

Attached herewith are:
1. Invitations
2. Scenes of the play clicked during rehearsal
3. Report - Kala Mogi to stage "United We Stand"

Please give wide publicity

Thanks & regards

Tomazinho Cardozo
KALA MOGI
to stage an English play

United We Stand


Kala Mogi, Candolim will stage an English play in 2 Acts entitled “United We Stand” on 16th August, 2010 at JAF Auditorium, Ravindra Bhavan Margao and on 17th August at 7.00 p.m. at DMK Auditorium, Kala Academy Panjim.

KALA MOGI
Candolim.
Kala Mogi was born in the year 1978. Literally ‘Kala’ means art and ‘Mogi’ means lovers. Our aim in establishing a cultural institution like Kala Mogi was only to make efforts to raise the standard of Konkani Tiatr. We feel proud to state that we achieved this goal to some extent. We also felt that we have talents to contribute in the promotion and preservation of Mando & Dulpods. We entered in this field too and succeeded. Kala Mogi has contributed to the cultural field of Goa for the last 32 years, especially as far as Tiatr, Mando and Dulpods and other folk songs are concerned. During these 32 years it has made successful efforts to introduce innovations on the Tiatr stage. In doing so, it has earned a lot of appreciation from the lovers of Tiatr. Kala Mogi has won numerous awards from Kala Academy and other cultural organizations. Its work has been recognized by both Government and non-Government organizations

KONKANI PRODUCTIONS
Although Kala Mogi was established 32 years back, the founders of Kala Mogi actively participated in the cultural activities of Goa from as far back as 1957. Till date Kala Mogi has produced and staged 35 Konkani Tiatrs, most of them written and directed by Tomazinho Cardozo. Most of these are award-winning Tiatrs in various competitions and festivals organized in the state of Goa. Tiatrs produced by Kala Mogi have become trend-setters in the field because of its innovations on the Tiatr stage..

ENGLISH PRODUCTIONS
After having performed on the Konkani stage for a very long time, Kala Mogi produced for the very first time an English Play, ‘The Verdict’ in 2006. Originally written in Konkani, it had been adapted in English by Irene Cardozo and was directed by Tomazinho Cardozo. “The Verdict” became a big success. Kala Mogi produced its second English production “Sweet Poison” in 2008. This play too received encouraging reviews from the press and a lot of appreciation from the lovers of English Theatre. “United We Stand” is our third attempt in this field. We are confident that “United We Stand” too will be liked by one and all. “United We Stand” is an adaptation of Tomazinho Cardozo’s original Konkani play “Ami Soglle Ek”. The adaptation is done by Irene Cardozo and the play is directed by Tomazinho Cardozo

“UNITED WE STAND - Synopsis
This play in 2 Acts throws light on the Goan society in the post-liberation years. Rojin and Laximi are neighbours and although they professed different religions lived for so many years in harmony and unity.

After the Liberation of Goa, the first Assembly elections come along and, thanks to the contesting candidates, the seeds of communalism are sown in order to get votes. Rojin and Laximi become deadly enemies of each other.

But their sons Mikel and Kishore know that this deadly monster of communalism will destroy our society. So they make a fervent attempts for unity and communal harmony in the society.

Is anyone listening? Come and find out for yourself.

THE CAST
Character Name of the artiste
Rojin Irene Cardozo
Laximi Jocelyn Misquita
Mikel Zico Fernandes
Kishore Shivanand Naik
Chimulkar Tukaram Naik
Raposo Joy Fernandes
Sheela Celza Lopes
Nancy Larissa Fernandes
Santu Mathias Mascarenhas
Bhatkar Dnyaneshwar Morajkar
Doctor Simonia Cardozo

Stage Setting Timothy Dias
Background Music Vikas Chopdekar
Light Effects Dnanjay Phalkar
Costumes Simonia Cardozo

Originally written in Konkani by Tomazinho Cardozo
Adapted in English by Irene Cardozo
Directed by Tomazinho Cardozo

OUR AIM IN STAGING ENGLISH PLAYS
We are aware of the fact that staging of English plays in Goa is not financially viable. One needs the support of sponsors and wellwishers. In order to create that support, we felt that we must show few of our presentations to the lovers of English Theatre free of any admission fee. This will help the English Theatre goers to have the first hand knowledge of our theatre skills in the presentation. Our aim is to continue producing English plays regularly so that Kala Mogi can step in to at least partially fill up the vacuum that we find presently on the English Theatre Stage in Goa.



OUR THANKS
We express our sincere thanks to:
● Department of Art & Culture, Govt of Goa. ● TITOs Calangute, Goa ● M/s Alcon Constructions (Victor Group)● Praveen Shettye ● MOTI VOIZ FOUNDATION Joao Carlos Ramiro
● HCN TV Channel

It is because of their co-operation that we are able to stage this performance of “United We Stand” free of admission fees.

NOTE:
Complimentary Passes can be collected at the ticket counters of Ravindra Bhavan, Margao and Kala Academy, Panjim




Tomazinho Cardozo
Kala Mogi
Candolim, Bardez, Goa






Attached: 1.Invitations for the shows at Margao and Panjim
2. Some scenes from the play clicked during the rehearsal


[As forwarded to gaspar almeida, www.goa-world.com by Kala Mogi, Goa]

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Monday, August 9, 2010

Workshop on ‘Kantaram’ organized by Kala Academy Goa & TAG

Workshop on ‘Kantaram’ organized by Kala Academy Goa & TAG



A workshop on stage songs of tiatr ‘Kantaram’ was organised by Kala Academy Goa in collaboration with Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) on 8th August 2010 at the Black Box, Kala Academy, Panjim. ‘Kantaram’ is a part and parcel of a tiatr, which also constitutes its uniqueness.

‘Kantaram’ are of different types such as Solos, Duets, Trios, Quartets etc. and all these songs of different types must be included in the tiatr. However in the recent times it has been observed that variety of ‘kantaram’ which form the uniqueness of tiatr, is not maintained by the present day tiatr artistes. Hence, the workshop was organised.

Tomazinho Cardozo, President of TAG explained in detail the various types of ‘Kantaram’ such as Solos, Duets,Trios, Quartets etc. He brought out the exact nature of Duets, Trios, Quartets and stressed upon the fact that the lyrics should be interactive in nature and every singer should be projected as a different character. He also stated that ‘Kantaram’ which are sung together with different voices and which can be termed as choral songs also form the part of a tiatr. Yet another type of song which is sung by different people and in which there is no interaction is also a part and parcel of the package of ‘Kantaram’ for a tiatr.

During the interaction, various participants asked for clarification and also gave valuable suggestions in order to dispel misunderstanding regarding Solos, Duets, Trios, Quartets etc. in the minds of singers and lyricists.

Dr. Pandurang Phaldessai, Member Secretary of Kala Academy in his address stated that such type of workshops are very valuable because it helps in better understanding of Tiatr, its Song & Music and also helps in the development of Tiatr, its Song & Music. He further stated that the concept of Duets, Trios, Quartets and choral songs as discussed in the workshop will be made applicable in the forthcoming Tiatr Festival and Konkani Kantaram Festival to be organised by Kala Academy shortly. He appealed to all the participants to implement the new changes effectively and make Goan ‘Kantar’ more popular and interesting to listeners. Victor de Da, Member Secretary of TAG proposed the vote of thanks.




[As forwarded to gaspar almeida, www.goa-world.com by TAG via email]

Thursday, August 5, 2010

Dance Competition on National Integration

Dance Competition on National Integration



Kala Mogi, Candolim in collaboration with Tiatr Academy of Goa and Dalgado Konknni Akademi will organize an inter school competition of dance on the recorded Konkani songs on National Integration on 23rd August 2010.

The competition is organized for the purpose of inculcating patriotic values among the student community. It will also popularize Konkani songs on National Integration. The participating schools will be provided with transport charges as per the distance of the school from the venue of competition. They will also be provided with refreshments and attractive awards including cash awards.

The 1st prize for the best performance will be Rs. 5000/-. The 2nd and 3rd prizes will be Rs. 3000/- and Rs. 2000/- respectively. Besides this, mementos will be presented to the winning schools and certificates of participation for all students.

Each dance group must have not less than 8 dancers and not more than 10 dancers.

Incase there is difficulty in getting Konkani songs on National Integration they are requested to contact on phone no. 9822170102. The necessary arrangement to provide Konkani songs on National Integration will be made.

Those schools interested in participating in the competition are requested to submit their applications to the Secretary, Kala Mogi, “Asro”, Orda, Candolim, Bardez, Goa, India on or before 12th August 2010.


Shivanand Naik
Secretary
Kala Mogi


[Info through press release as forwarded by Kala Mogi
to gaspar almeida, www.goa-world.com) on 5-08-2010).

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

C.Alvares Remembered

C.Alvares Remembered



Kala Mogi Candolim and Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) organised a discussion on
‘C. Alvares’s Contribution to Tiatr Stage’ on 1st August 2010 at 5 pm at TAG’s Conference Hall to mark the 89th Birth anniversary of late C. Alvares.

Ciriaco Dias, a veteran tiatr artiste and a close friend of late C.Alvares spoke extensively on the life and the works of late C.Alvares. He informed that late C.Alvares has written 107 tiatrs besides acting in thousands of tiatrs during the span of almost 50 years that he served the tiatr stage. Although he was one of the greatest tiatr artistes of tiatr stage, he was not recognised by Goa Government when he was alive, he lamented.



Sharon Mazarello, a singer of repute who also sung duets with late C.Alvares spoke on the lyrics and songs of late C. Alvares. She remarked that the lyrics composed by late C.Alvares were of high quality and named the songs he composed for the films namely ‘Amchem Noxib’ and ‘Nirmonn’, which have become immortal in the recent times.

Expressing her experience as a co-singer of duets with Alvares she stressed that late C.Alvares was a perfectionist and that he took care of all aspects of presentation before coming on the stage.

Tomazinho Cardozo, President of TAG who coordinated the discussion stated that personalities like late C.Alvares should be kept alive in the minds of younger generations because they are the true icons of tiatr stage. He appealed to all tiatr loving people particularly writers and researchers to come forward and to do research on the tiatrs written and songs composed by the tiatr artistes of yesteryears like C.Alvares, Chris Perry, Alfred Rose, Minguel Rod, Alexinho de Candolim etc. He assured that TAG will support such projects whole heartedly. In the discussion that followed, Succoro de Santa Cruz, Irene Cardozo, Anil Kumar, Mathew D’Souza and others actively participated.

Earlier Irene Cardozo welcomed and later Joy Fernandes proposed a vote of thanks.



Victor de Sa
Member Secretary
Tiatr Academy Goa (TAG)


- As forwarded to gaspar almeida, goa-world.com by TAG (with photos).

Workshop on Duets/Trios/Quartets

Workshop on Duets/Trios/Quartets


Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG) in collaboration with Kala Academy, Goa will organise a workshop on ‘Kantaram’ particularly Duets/Trios/Quartets. ‘Kantaram’ are an integral part of Goan Tiatr and the variety in ‘Kantaram’ i.e. Duets/Trios/Quartets form the unique characteristics of Tiatr.

Tiatr Academy of Goa and Kala Academy have observed that the Duets/Trios/Quartets sung on the tiatr stage are not as per the Duets/Trios/Quartets sung by the tiatr artistes of yester years. Tiatr Academy of Goa and Kala Academy intend to preserve the nature of Duets/Trios/Quartets as composed and sung by the lyricists and singers of tiatr stage in the past.

This workshop will be held on Sunday, 8th August 2010 from 10 am to 1 pm at the Black Box, Kala Academy, Goa. All tiatr artistes particularly the lyricists and singers are requested to attend the workshop.

The artistes are requested to confirm their participation on phone nos. 2230738/2230739 on or before 5th August 2010.






Victor de Sa
Member Secretary

It's a Revenge Review not Tiatr Review

It's a Revenge Review not Tiatr Review


I, Comedian Agostinho, got to know you (I repent it now), for the first time, when I came to perform in Rosary Ferns' Tiatr at Kuwait. At that time, you were introduced to me as Veronic. But now in 2010, just as Temudo has become Temuz, the years have taken its toll and Veronic has transformed into VIKH (Poison). That poison has contaminated your whole body and changed you to a RABID MAD DOG. Your actions are enough proof, as you bark at anybody and everybody, for no valid reason whatsoever, even at religious catholic priests.

Hope you know that, or else confirm it soon, that your sole identity is, and you are known as a RABID MAD DOG in the whole of Kuwait.

Your dirty conscience started pricking, the moment you saw an almost houseful audience present for my hit show ADVOGAD. If there were very less spectators, you would have been very happy and would have enjoyed your sadistic pleasures from the core of your rotten heart.

The timings of my tiatr coincided with the live telecast of one of the best matches of the World Cup, between Brazil and Portugal , teams which are cherished and have a huge fan following amongst Goans. In spite of this, I take pride in revealing to a mad jealous dog like you, that my show was patronized by the likes of Mr. Gaspar Crasto, Mr. Britto, and scores of football lovers and football players themselves. This goes on to prove my worth. If any other Tiatr was to be staged that day at the same time instead of ADVOGAD directed by Kalcho Porcho Director, the ground reality would have been totally different.

I don't rest on my laurels. But it is a proven fact and a record (Please Rabid dog, note it down on your personal diary in red ink) that I am the only Konkani tiatrist to perform 18 times at Kuwait, 4 times in my Tiatrs viz., SIR, POLICE I , POLICE II & ADVOGAD and the rest of the 14 times under different Directors, including Kuwait based Directors viz. Laurente Pereira, Mario de Majorda, Rosary Ferns, Comedian Philip, Jose Rod, KGTS, etc.

Undoubtedly, this speaks volumes that my comedy and my Tiatrs are liked and relished by Goan Tiatr lovers and the legion of my fans, to whom I am grateful from the bottom of my heart, and thank them profusely for the support, love and affection showered upon me. May God bless them all. With all this support, I can tread like a Giant and crush a Rabid Mad Dog like you under my feet.

Getting back to the so called 'Review', let me clarify that my troupe and myself arrived at 2 p.m. and were all set to perform by 3.30 p.m. Since the venue was new to most of the people, they were finding it difficult to find the same and were phoning my organizers that they are on their way. As such, I had to wait for the contractor's green signal and hence the delay. This fact was announced a couple of times by your good friend, Mr. Rosary Ferns, which you failed to hear, understandably, because you are turning deaf due to your old age. How about sponsoring you a HEARING AID DEVICE?

And yes, sadly, the GOAN STD TIME was, is and will be followed for ages by our susegado Goans. It is beyond our realm to change it, try as we may. And I can assure you, cent per cent, that the GST will be followed at your last voyage, your funeral, wherever held on Earth.

Regarding the storyline; Rape IS NOT a cheap topic. It is a hot topic, as there have been so many rape and murder cases in Goa , which have brought a bad name to all upright Goans. Through my humble writing, I have tried to show its ill effects on the victims and to educate and expose the unscrupulous ADVOGADS who try to shield such perpetrators. For selfish people like you, who bury their heads in the sand like ostriches and who believe in 'One for oneself, God for all', rape is a cheap topic, but it will become hot one day if someone rapes your immediate kin or your aged wife.

I humbly agree that I am an immature Director. But I can shout from my rooftop, that, in spite of being an immature Director with only 8 productions, I have scored a double century within a span of 13 months from its release, my super duper hit POLICE, a feat rarely achieved, not even by more mature directors.

I may be immature, but not an educated illiterate like you, who is turning senile by the passage of time.

Before I clarify about the songs, please identify my actors correctly, or get your vision corrected. You called JAJU Juju and Salu D'Souza was reported as Salu Faleiro, so much for your corrupt knowledge !!

The Trio on religious amity, sung by JAJU-XAV-SAL, was my subject but composed by Xavier Gomes. The Duet sung by Selvy-Anita was also my idea, composed by Francis de Tuem, and once again, the Duo sung by Roma & Steffi was also my subject, penned by Benny Rebello.

I state without fear, that the story idea, writing and direction is totally my baby. Every word in the comedy sequences is my property. I am the father of my tiatr 'ADVOGAD', and the credit should rightly go to the father first, then the children. No child takes birth without parents, one father and mother, not in your case though, because your words and actions make it amply clear that you were born of several fathers, or else have a DNA check and let us know the results.

I reiterate that I have never begged of any contractors to stage my shows, neither in the Gulf nor in the UK. My original contractors in Kuwait have always been Chequino, Mario and Tom. Xavier approached me quite a few times asking for the contract of my tiatr. I requested my above mentioned contractors, and with their permission and blessings, allowed Xavier to stage the show. It is the contractor's sole responsibility to do all the arrangements, legal formalities etc. in order to stage the show.

Everyone does it with profit motive, there is no gain without pain. I appreciate and thank Xavier for his efforts wholeheartedly. You have done the same, but with an ulterior motive. You did get free passes for yourself, your greedy family and your cronies, and you expect more next time, stinking parasite.

There is no question about my 'disappearance'. You could have said that if I had disappeared without performing. But, as usual, you are in a dirty habit of fabricating and making cock and bull stories.

I had to leave early, and I duly explained it to my artistes, only to accompany Comedienne Anita, who had to rush as she had to join B.Ed. classes. My good friends, Comedian Philip and Mario fully agreed to see to my artistes' comforts, which were mutually agreed beforehand. I asked some of my artistes if I could accommodate them at your place, but they flatly refused, thank Heavens for that. They said, they would rather spend their days at the Kuwait Church Compound, then in a stinking flat belonging to an ungrateful pervert like you. So much for your reputation! ! !

It is indeed intriguing to see you putting your fingers in every pudding and pie. You criticize every tiatrist inspite of being a NON ENTITY in this field. Script a Tiatr and stage it yourself before teaching us the traits. Show us if you have BA_ _ S, or else come down to Goa and I will employ you as a stage Helper (you will need training even for that), and I will pay you your dues.

A few more words about your 'Revenge Review'. Your good friend Mr. Rosary Ferns was supposed to sing a solo, which he did. He was informed well in advance about his slot, but even after my Musicians played the Intro about 4 times, Rosary was nowhere and people were booing, thus leaving a bad remark on my show. What kept you back in writing about this? A bottle of liquor? A few Dinars? Or a gift for your wife?

Before I wind up, please let me know if you have any personal grudge against me. Going by the things that you wrote, it is definitely personal vendetta and you have an axe to grind. As far as my memory goes the only grudge can be that you had requested me to bring 500 pork sausages and 4 packets of salted cashew nuts whilst coming to perform for Rosary's show. I brought the same eatables for you, but when I asked for the money, you fumed and got wild. Can this be the reason? You were pally with me before that, but fell off with me for reasons better know to you, which is typical of you, changing colours like a chameleon.

Your attitude and behavious towards others smells of polluted blood in your veins. Although you are a Rabid Mad Dog, you are not even of a top breed like Poms, Alsatian, etc. But a mixed blooded PARIAH DOG roaming the streets. The day is near when the MUNICIPAL AUTHORITIES will shoot you and leave you to rot. R.I.P.

By Comedian Agostinho
Writer / Director of ADVOGAD tiatr
comedianagostin@gmail.com

August 2, 2010

[Goa-world.com Moderator's note: All comments on this subject to be forwarded to goaworldtoday@yahoo.com .
Excellent response Comedian Agostinho Temudo. May your action be an inspiration to all other Tiatrists who are abused by such bloggers - in the name to gain some cheap fame as well to pleasure their croonies - as you rightly put it for 'sadistic pleasures' even after getting free entry passes.]



Link:
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Saturday, July 31, 2010

Dr Jose Periera shares knowledge of ‘khell’

Dr Jose Periera shares knowledge of ‘khell’

Published on: July 30, 2010 - 23:36
www.navhindtimes.in



A rare archival collection on Khell by Goa’s foremost intellectual Dr Jose Periera was read out to a discerning lot. Dr Jose Periera used to write a long time ago, musical plays that were performed in the villages.
The enthusiast at the Xavier Centre of Historical Research, Porvorim got the opportunity to listen to this rare collection.
The story of ‘Konk Mauxi’ narrated from his collection is no longer available in the archives. Associate professor at the Goa University, Dr Rafael Fernandes while introducing the guest said that Dr Jose Periera was a man of great intellectual.
Dr Periera later spoke of what drove him to collect khell tiatrs. He points out to an incident when he heard the drum beating and feeling its vibrations in his body. This somehow encouraged him to interact with the Khell performers. The chance of talking to the performers gave him an insight into what ‘Khell’; the Goan drama was all about.

Such archival collection of tiatrs can be carried forward and preserved by performing, said Dr Pereira. Actors for ‘Khell’ dress in costumes of a horse tied to their body enact it, said Dr Pereira. He said this culture survived until it was taken over by the now sophisticated tiatrs. Mr Fernandes said that in order to preserve the rare archives, it could be converted into film too.


www.navhindtimes.in

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

C. Alvares’s Contribution to Tiatr Stage

C. Alvares’s Contribution to Tiatr Stage

Kala Mogi Candolim in collaboration with Tiatr Academy of Goa will organize an academic discussion on the contribution of C. Alvares to Tiatr, its song and music. C. Alvares, who was born on 1st August, 1924, did wonders on the tiatr stage by staging tiatrs of high quality. He was one of the most popular heroes of the Konkani stage. He specialized himself in composing and singing duets on various social issues existing in our society. Naturally he was called “King of Duets”.

He excelled in Konkani Cinemas too. Konkani cinemas namely “Amchem Noxib” and “Nirmonn” in which he acted the hero’s roles have been the record breaking cinemas in the history of Konkani cinema.

The special programme “Contribution of C.Alvares to Konkani stage – A Discussion” on the occasion of the birthday of late C.Alvares, will be held on Sunday, 1st August, 2010 at 5.00 p.m. at the TAG’s Conference Hall, Campal, Panjim, Goa.

Ciriaco Dias, a versatile tiatr artiste and colleague of late C. Alvares will deliver a talk on C. Alvares’s contribution to Tiatr while Sharon Mazarello, a Konkani singer of repute will talk on C. Alvares’s songs particularly the Duets. Tomazinho Cardozo, President of TAG will preside over the function.

Tiatr lovers are requested to attend in great number.


Victor de Sa
Member Secretary

27/07/2010


[as forwarded by TAG to gaspar almeida, goa-world.com]

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

‘Vovllik’ of the First World Konkani Cultural Convention

‘Vovllik’ of the First World Konkani Cultural Convention


Poilo Vixv Konknni Sanskrutik Mahamell (The First World Konkani Cultural Convention) is being organized from November 25 to December 19, 2010 at Kalaangann, Mangalore. In this 25 days world level Konkani Cultural Festival over 60 cultural troupes from all over the world are participating. Goa being the ‘Mull Pith’ of Konkani, about 30 cultural troupes presenting all cultural forms from Goa namely folk music, tiatr, nattok, etc will be showcased in the festival.


The Goa curtain-raiser of this World Convention will be held on Sunday, July 18, 2010at 7.30 p.m. at the Conference Hall, Ravindra Bhavan, Margao. On this occasion Shri, Digamber Kamat, Chief Minister of Goa will be the Chief Guest. Other dignitaries who will grace the occasion are Francisco Sardinha, M.P., Luizinho Faleiro, former Chief Minister, Eduardo Faleiro, Commissioner of NRI Affairs and Damodar Naik, MLA, Fatorda Constituency.

The Goa curtain-raiser is called ‘Vovllik’ meaning invitation. On this occasion a formal ‘vovllik’ will be extended to all the troupes from Goa participating in the First World Konkani Cultral Convention.

An exciting cultural programme has been arranged on the occasion in which a brass band from Honavar, a dance troupe from Mangalore and a folk troupe from Bhatkal will stage their robust performances. ‘Poilo Vixv Konknni Sanskrutik Mahamell’ invites all Goans to attend the Goa cuirtain-raiser ‘Vovllik’.



Tomazinho Cardozo
Candolim

Photos courtesy: www.daijiworld.com



DKA to commemorate its First President Day

DKA to commemorate its First President Day


Dalgado Konknni Akademi (DKA) will commemorate the Founder’s Day - late Fr. Freddy J. da Costa, on 19th July, 2010, the eve of his birth anniversary.
Late Fr. Freddy J. da Costa was the first dynamic president of Dalgado Konknni Akademi. He was a multifaceted personality who had contributed immensely to Konknni journalism, literature, tiatr, education and culture. His writings reflected the social concerns of Goan culture and society. He was a socialist, a humanitarian who concretely worked for the social concerns of Goa.

As a priest, he involved himself in socio-cultural movements, and maintained public relations with peoples of all religions. He had a special interest for the development of Konkani in the Romi script. He always maintained that unity among Konknni writers and the development of Konknni was of moot importance.

The promoter and lover of Konknni in Romi script and the parish priest of Carambolim church Fr. Conceicao D’Silva will be the key note speaker for the function.
The function will start at 4.30 pm with a cultural programme in which Comedian Domnic, Luis Bachan, Socorro de St. Cruz, Sonia Fernandes and other tiatr artistes will partcipate. The formal function will be held at 5.00 pm. The function will be held at Tiatr Akademi Goa’s Auditorium, Campal, Panjim, Goa. All the Konknni lovers and members of DKA are requested to attend the function.

PHOTO: Late Fr. Freddy J Da Costa
as provided by DKA.


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