S. Rajeswari

S. Rajeswari (born 1946) is an Indian Carnatic musician and music teacher from Tamil Nadu, known for her contributions to Carnatic music and vocal accompaniment for Bharatanatyam performances, particularly with dancer Kumari Kamala.

Early life and education Rajeswari was born in 1946 in Pollachi, Tamil Nadu. She trained in Carnatic music under musicians such as Tanjai Balasubramaniam, Ramnad Krishnan, and T. Muktha.

Career Rajeswari has specialized in vocal accompaniment for Bharatanatyam, notably collaborating with dancer Kumari Kamala for several decades. She has also performed as a Carnatic music vocalist and taught music, contributing to the preservation of traditional styles. In 2020, she received the M.S. Subbulakshmi Award for her contributions to Carnatic music and dance accompaniment.