Tribute To The Giant H.Sridhar-AR Rahman's Sound Engineer

Tribute To H.Sridhar-A R Rahman's Sound Engineer

The Man,
The Musician,
The Engineer,
The Smile...

He could make any singer sound extraordinary.

Rare Old Snap

Sridhar was the Chief Audio Engineer at Media Artists.

FOH Team In Salt Lake Stadium,Calcutta For AR Rahman's Concert

A mathematics graduate, with keen interest in electronics and formal music training

Sridhar And Modi In Las Vegas

He started a professional sound engineering career in 1988.

On the new Neve 88R mixing desk at AM Studios

One of the best sound engineers in India, H. Sridhar passed away here on Monday, following a cardiac arrest. He was 48.

Sridhar And KJS Mixing Outdoors

He had engineered over 200 films and worked closely with directors like Mani Ratnam, K Balachandar, Bharathiraaja, Shankar, Kamal Hassan, P C Sreeram, Priyadarsan, Sibi Malayil and Ramgopal Varma.

SridharIn A Relaxed Mood

Among Sridhar's many professional credits was the fact that he engineered all songs and background scores for the renowned music director A R Rahman.

Sridhar Checking AR Rahman's Gadgets

Some ground-breaking films to his credit are Roja, Gentleman, Kadhalan, Thiruda Thiruda, Bombay, Duet, Mahanadi, Rangeela, Kuruthippunnal, Muthu, Indian, Minsaara Kanavu and Iruvar.

Sridhar Memorial

He also engineered the background music score and songs for the national award winning films Kaala Paani for music director Ilaiyaraaja and Minasaara Kanavu for music director A R Rahman.



Sridhar was awarded the President's Gold Medal (The National Award for Best Audiography) four times: for the film Mahanadi in 1994, Dil Se in 1999, Lagaan in 2001 & Kannathil Muththamittal in 2003. Having pioneered the use of Digital Sound for Indian films in the DTS format,.

Sridhar In AM Studios

Sridhar successfully completed six-track surround sound mixing for more than 200 films including Karuppu Roja, Siraichaalai, Indian, Bharatheeyudu, Hindustani, Paeyi, Iruvar, Minsaara Kanavu, Sapnay, Ziddi, Judwaa, My Dear Kuttichathan 3D, V I P, Aflatoon, Devathai, Chhota Chetan, Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya , Satya , Jeans, Dil Se, Kadhalar Dinam, Padayappa, Mudhalvan, Pukaar, Alaipaayuthey, Kandukondain Kandukondai, Kushi, among others.

Gurus in their own right. With Sivamani @ AR Rahman Banglore Concert

Sridhar also engineered and mixed albums for international artists like George Harrison of The Beatles, John Neptune Kaizan, Pandit Ravi Shankar, Zakir Hussain, L.Shankar and John McLaughlin (Mahavishnu Orchestra & Shakti fame).

Yeah...stretch them limbs Sridhar. Kuwait

His childhood friend and colleague Jayendra Panchapakesan of Real Image recalls the vibrant and fun-filled childhood they shared.

Sridhar in Casual Style

“He loved playing cricket in our colony at Mylapore.” When he was in Std. IX, he wanted to learn playing the guitar, and in two years, he taught himself to play the instrument with ease. “He is a completely self-taught audio-engineer, too,” Mr. Panchapakesan said.

Sridhars Favorite Postion

He passed away in the morning of December 1st 2008 due to cardiac problems.

May His Soul Rest In Peace With Lot Of Music And Consoles Up There!!!

Sridhar In Singapore

About Sridhar:

Early morning stroll next to the sea. Kuwait.

http://www.media-artists.com/people/sridhar.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H._Sridhar

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrJ4i2Uxcpk&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=th_G5hdW7MI

Sridhar Playing

H.Sridhar Memorial Talks Of ARR,Sivamani,Rajeev Menon And Senthil..And More:

http://www.videosurf.com/h-sridhar-52591

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MD2XxAa-3IE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMohxcZGZzc

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fK12P-Jxqk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UnOn0NzbL8

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yR1ikOFbzig

http://www.radioandmusic.com/content/editorial/opinion/remembering-sridhar#story

AR Rahman concert. 17th November, 2007. New Delhi. At FOH

Some More Tributes From People Who Remembered Him:

Taking his cig break and talking on the phone! Hong Kong

http://www.hindu.com/2008/12/02/stories/2008120257990200.htm

http://therealblaaze.blogspot.com/2008/12/sound-of-my-soul.html

http://chinmayisripada.blogspot.com/2008/12/h-sridhar.html

http://sify.com/movies/fullstory.php?id=14809510

http://www.telugucinema.com/c/publish/news/hsridhar_dec0108.php

http://www.desipundit.com/2008/12/03/rip-h-sridhar/

http://www.mayyam.com/hub/viewtopic.php?p=1617007

http://movies.iexplorehere.com/news/860/A-R-Rahmans-sound-engineer-H-Sridhar-dead.html

http://quatrainman.blogspot.com/2008/12/h-sridhars-sound-fades-out.html

http://searchandhra.com/cinema/audiographer-h-sridhar-passes-away

http://www.kollywoodtoday.com/news/sad-demise-of-sridhar-the-versatile-sound-engineer/

http://www.businessofcinema.com/news.php?newsid=10984

Whole Panchathan And KJS

Sridhar's Greatness-Aspiring singers can take a note or two from this episode.

Sridhar And KJ Singh In Modi Digital Inauguration

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMSb7W5wiDs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQDZse9t-vE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mU7OKAGjaho

Dridhar And KJS Checking Sound In Modi Digital

Listen To H.Sridhar's Interview:

Sridhar,Aditya And Siva Kumar

http://www.imeem.com/people/_7Y6X2N/music/nNNJCPkt/h_sridhar_001_h_sridhar_interview_how_he_startedmp3/

Sridhar With John

Sridhar In Modi Digital

Sridhar And Whole Gang

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EDUCATION:

Madras University- PSG College of Technology - Coimbatore - Tamilnadu - South India - 1973-78

B.E.,- Bachelor of Engineering
Branch IV - Electronics and Communication Engineering. Selected Television, Radar and Navigational Aids, as specialized elective subjects.

Project in Microwave Antennas for final year B.E., Academics - 1978 and Morse Code Demonstrator for Silver Jubilee Science and Technology Exhibition - 1977. Member - Photographic Club, Philatelic Club and Tech Music. Involved in organizing Cultural functions.

INTERNATIONAL EXPOSURE:

US, UK, Dubai, Singapore, Malaysia.

CREDENTIALS TOWARDS CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

1995 - Till Date:
Research Associated Management Systems (1997), Innovative Sound; Light Engineering (1995), Chennai - Partner & Consultant Engineer - Business Development.

Involved in Event Management and Consultancy from Concept to Completion of recording studios, stadiums, conference halls, hotels, discos and open-air rock shows in entire South India under the banner Innovative Sound & Light Engineering.

Handling the complete management system for higher education in US ,UK along with Travel Consultancy, Visa Consultancy and Financial Planning under the banner Research Associated Management Systems.

1987 - 1995:
Sein Impex - Madras; A.G. Currimbhoy & Co., - Madras, Maharaja's Impex Pvt. Ltd., Trichy - Fuji Electronics Pvt. Ltd. Madurai, Consultant - Business Development.

Handled a complete setup including Systems, Recruitment and Training, Sales Territory and Budget, Product Management and Promotion, Brand Name and Design for Home appliances, Telecom Equipment, Office Automation Equipment, Satellite and Cable TV Equipment.

Prepared Import and Export Documentation, Organized Clearing and Forwarding procedures and Managed Customs Negotiations for Negative listed and Restricted items in Electronics and Automobile Industry.

1984 - 1987:
Tamilnadu Polytechnic - Madurai, Electrical And Electronics Engineering Department. Government Polytechnic - Krishnagiri, Electronics And Communication Engineering Department - Instructor.

Taught theory and practical for Full Time and Part Time, II; III year Diploma students. Trained them in Television Engineering; Laboratory, Electronics Lab, P.C.B. Lab and Project Works. Designed and Developed Audio Visual Laboratory and organized the introduction of new concepts in Audio Visual Method of Teaching; which increased the results in final examination from 40% to 80% pass.

Participated in Training Programmed on Research Methodology and Report Writing, conducted by Technical Teachers Training Institute at Madurai Extension Centre - 1986.

Conducted public awareness seminars, students vs officials meets through Jaycees - Krishnagiri and Madurai. Participated in all; Individual Development Courses conducted by Jaycees School of Management.

1978 - 1984:
Customize Electronics - Cochin.- Sales / Service Engineer.

Managed successfully the Marketing and After Sales Service of 'Enbee' Professional Audio Systems by identifying the Correct Market System. Launched 'Customize' special effects speakers for Theatres, Conference Halls and Hotels in Entire South India and helped the Product Management group for performance enhancement.

Operated Sound and Lights for Western Music Groups like Hijackers ,13 Ad, Wild Angels, Dada Dogs.

Directed the settling up and controlling of special sound and light effects for; Bombay Dyeing, Vimal and My Fair Lady, Fashion Shows and was covered in India's largest selling Youth Magazines 'SUN' under the caption 'One Man Mobile Disco'; - Nov. 1982 issue for these achievements.

Also worked with various leading play back singers like Jesudass, Jeyachandran, S.P.B, P.Susila, Janaki, Vani Jayaram etc., in the movie field, and people like Dr.Balamurali Krishna,Umayalpuram Sivaraman,Vikku Vinayakaram etc in Karnatic music field.

Also worked with leading music directos in special effect recording ,using multi track sync, digital recording systems.

Designed, fabricated and installed Indian and Imported professional sound and video equipment for M/s.Harisri Recording Unit and Studios and M/s.Kalabhavan Recording Studios at Cochin with Acoustic Consultancy from Concept to Completion.

Prepared the strategies for pre and post sales support for Marketing;Harisri and Kalabhavan- pre-recorded cassettes using own designed high speed duplicators. Supported with latest technical know-how for master recording and copying. Released them thorough the company's sales outlet M/s. Darshan Services at Coimbatore.

Supervised the preparation of Audio Visual Packages with Logistic of Multi Projector and Multi-Screen setup for World Renowned Mathematician - Mrs.Sakuntala Devi for her" Mind Dynamics "courses.

Organized special Outdoor Recording Equipment and worked as Chief Recording Engineer for World Renowned "Macro Photographer" Mr.K.Jayaram, B.A., A.R.P.S., A.F.I.A.P., for his Wild Life Expeditions and" Project Tiger".


PERSONAL:

Married - Spouse R.Indira , Daughter Miss.Jeevitha

CLUB MEMBERSHIPS:

* Member Aero Modeling Club, Amateur Photographers Association, Amateur Radio Federation (HAM) & Madras Motor Sports Club,Lions Club