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Known for his prolific output of over 8,600 songs, Ilaiyaraaja introduced the synthesizer to Tamil film, using it to mimic traditional glides and "lightning touches" previously only possible on instruments like the Veena or Nadaswaram.
A.R. Rahman redefined the sound further by introducing MIDI technology and digital sampling, shifting the focus toward "texturing" and "layering" sounds for a global audience. Essential Instrumental Hits to Look For
Composers like M.S. Viswanathan (MSV) and K.V. Mahadevan revolutionized the industry by integrating larger orchestras and Western instruments like the acoustic piano in the late 1940s.
Initially, film scores relied on a "skeletal complement" of violin, tabla, and harmonium.