Dr. Sam Kadammanitta Profile

 Dr. Sam Kadammanitta David

Music Director | Songwriter | Doordarshan News Presenter

Dr. Sam Kadammanitta David is a versatile Music Director, accomplished Songwriter, and seasoned Doordarshan News Presenter with extensive contributions to the Christian music industry and beyond. His career spans decades of composing, producing, and presenting music across various platforms, including film, television, and live performances.

 

*Personal Background*

• Present Parish: Member of Christos Mar Thoma Church, Kakkanad

• Home Parish: Mar Thoma Church, Kadammanitta

*Church Activities:*

o Sunday School Teacher

o Choir Member in Christos Mar Thoma Church, Kakkanad

o Maramon Convention Choir Member (2000-2005)

o VBS Leader (2000-2010, 2018, 2019, 2024) in various locations including Kerala, Bangalore, Borivali, Salalah (Muscat), and Ahmadi (Kuwait)

o VBS Leaders Trainer and Song Selection Committee Member (2006-2009)

o Student Chaplain for Mar Thoma Sunday School Samajam Maramon District during the centenary year

 

*Music and Publications:*

• Published over 20 Christian devotional albums.

• Composed music for the 10-song album "Ardramai" penned by Late Rt. Rev. Dr. Zacharias Mar Theophilus Suffragan Metropolitan.

• Published the first Christmas album in 2005 and followed with 17 consecutive Christmas albums since 2007.

• Initiated the publication of VBS music albums during leaders training camps for the KUVBS Committee (2006-2009).

• Led the publication of "Santhwanasakhi Vol 1 & 2" music albums for Mar Thoma Pain and Palliative Ministry under the guidance of Late Rev. John Mathew.

*Notable Music Events:*

• Organized "Idayavandanam" music tribute by 100 singers and a 25-piece live orchestra for the 100th birthday celebration of Late Mar Chrysostom Valiya Metropolitan (2017).

• Organized the "Sacred Musician Award Night" to honor evergreen Christian devotional song composers and "Sing Unto Jesus" music program in Ernakulam (2024).

*Film Industry Activitiea:*

• Executive Committee Member of FEFKA Music Directors Union.

• Member of the Indian Performing Right Society.

• Composed three songs for the movie "Sthaanam" by Kaviyoor Sivaprasad, with lyrics by Sri K. Jayakumar IAS (Retd.) and performances by Padmasree Dr. K. J. Yesudas, Sujatha Mohan, Sithara Krishnakumar, and Anna Baby.

• Composed two songs for the movie "Oruvattam Koodi" by Sabu James, with lyrics by Sabu James and performances by Sudeep Kumar and Amala Dominic.

• Composed background scores for the movies "Thoolika" by Roy Manappallil and "Murivukal Puzhayakunnu" by P. K. Sunil Nath.

 

*Academic Credentials*

• Honorary Degree: Doctor of Divinity (D.D.) in Christian Devotional Music Ministry from IICM Chennai

• M.Sc. & M.Phil.: Counselling Psychology from Martin Luther Christian University, Meghalaya

• M.A.: Journalism from Madurai Kamaraj University

• Research Scholar: Counseling & Music Therapy at Martin Luther Christian University (MLCU)

• B.A.: Economics from St. Thomas College, Kozhencherry (MGU)

• B.A.: Music from RLV Govt. College of Music & Fine Arts, Tripunithura (MGU)

 

Dr. Sam Kadammanitta David is a versatile professional, balancing his roles as a music director, songwriter, news presenter, and dedicated church member. His extensive contributions to the field of Christian music and devotion, along with his active participation in the film industry, reflect his diverse talents and commitment to his faith and community.

Contact Information:

• Email: samkadammanitta@gmail.com

• WhatsApp: +91 9605050609

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.sam.kadammanitta

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsamkadammanitta/

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SamKadammanitta

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themusicdoctor/