Gentlemen

By far who is the best thimila artist in Kerala when we consider pure classical theme.?
Similarly who is the best when we consider improvisation?
What is the ideal combination for a full set panchavadyam?
My uncle used to tell me Paramekkavu panchavadya led by Late Chottanikkara Narayanan was the the best classical panchavadyam in Kerala - This was during late 1980s. Which is the best today?
Does Hari Govindan (Son of Nheralath Rama Pothuval) participate in any panchavadyam?

I hope somebody can give me an unbiassed answer.

Regards

Murali