Raised in musical surroundings, many of us are introduced into and influenced by carnatic music at early stages of our lives.
Appreciation seems to happen naturally in such cases.
We tend to develop our distinct ways of enjoying and relishing good carnatic music. I have always wondered about those who were not as lucky. Most of these questions were answered when I was in conversation with one who started developing interest of late. Several of his statements were interesting, some thought provoking, but most of them revealing. I have decided to present it as an interview of sorts to retain the essence of the conversation.