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Ila Diliip
Primarily a vocalist, Ila Sangeetha Diliip is equally accomplished as a violinist. For Ila, expressing her musical ideas through singing came naturally. Her music moves across a wide emotional and sonic spectrum, from intimate melodic expression to the grandeur of orchestral sound. As the melody-maker of Lakkshya, Ila brings a fearless, expressive and distinctive musical voice to the band.
Ila has performed vocal and violin concerts across India and internationally, including in Switzerland, France and Canada. Her musical depth and versatility have been showcased in challenging Carnatic presentations such as the Pancha Gana Raga Tala Pallavi, Navaragakshara RTP and the 128-unit-per-cycle Simhanandana Tala RTP.
In June 2017, Ila represented India as an Indian Cultural Delegate in Uganda, Tanzania and South Africa. Her performances received tremendous appreciation from dignitaries, including the Prime Minister of Uganda, Mr. Ruhakana Rugunda, the former Prime Minister of Tanzania and several other ministers who witnessed her performances.
Ila is a versatile musician who collaborates across diverse art forms, including Bharatanatyam, Odissi, contemporary dance productions and jazz. She has also composed music for several productions and theatrical plays. She recently made her playback singing debut in the Kannada film Monsoon Raaga.
Ila performs violin duets as well as vocal-violin duets with her husband, Vid. K.J. Diliip. Together, they have been presented as a pioneering Indian couple in Carnatic violin duets and have developed a distinctive concert format combining Carnatic vocal music and violin. Their performances have taken them across India and internationally, including to Paris for The European Night of Museums at the Musée Guimet, as well as to Switzerland and Italy.
Lakkshya
Ila is an an integral member of Lakkshya, the contemporary music band she co-founded with her husband, K.J. Diliip. As the band’s vocalist, violinist and creative collaborator, she contributes a distinctive melodic sensibility to its evolving musical language, bringing together diverse influences and exploring new sonic possibilities.
Lakkshya released its debut album, Ecstasy, featuring renowned musicians B.C. Manjunath, Mohini Dey and Achal Murthy, among other exceptional artists. The album reflected the band’s collaborative spirit and its exploration of contemporary musical expressions rooted in diverse traditions.
The band is set to release its second album in 2026, featuring five acclaimed international artists from the contemporary and jazz music scene. This upcoming release represents another milestone in Lakkshya’s musical journey, expanding its creative horizons through international collaborations and new musical explorations.
Lakkshya has performed at jazz festivals, jazz clubs and international music festivals across the Netherlands, Switzerland, France, Poland, Luxembourg, Germany and other destinations. One of the band’s works was also featured in a documentary by A.R. Rahman.
Fresh from a European tour with Lakkshya, Ila continues to explore new musical expressions with curiosity and enthusiasm, drawing inspiration from her experiences and collaborations with artists across cultures and musical landscapes.
Awards and Recognitions
* Winner – Indo-China Cultural Exchange Competition
* Silver Medalist – All India Radio Competition
* M.S. Subbulakshmi Award for RTP
* Karnataka Government Cultural Award
* Kalashri Award – Bangalore Balbhavan
* Finalist – Jaya TV’s Carnatic Music Idol
* Among the Top Five – Raj TV’s Swarna Sangeetham Contest
* Scholarships and support from CCRT (Central Government), the Ministry of Culture (Central Government), Ariyakudi Foundation (Rukmini Arundale Trust), Karnataka Sangeetha Nrithya Academy, Bengaluru, and Subbaramayya Fine Arts Trust, Bengaluru
Contact
Email: sangeetamysore@gmail.com
Instagram: @ilas_musings
Facebook: @Ila Sangeetha Diliip