Suma Sudhindra

I'm a classical musician and teacher on a soul-satisfying journey with Carnatic music! As the creator of the Tarangini Veena, I love exploring and sharing this art through performances, workshops, and teaching.

This was an amazing evening performing in a full house at Dampfsäg, Sontheim in Germany. It's a wonderful feeling to introduce Carnatic music to new listeners in rural parts of the world, all thanks to the Musica Sacra International festival.

Here we are, deep in preparation for a massive 50-member veena ensemble concert. I lead these interactive workshops where musicians of all levels come together to learn and create something beautiful as a group.

A snapshot from my lecture-demonstration at the Musica Sacra festival in Germany. I love these interactive sessions where I can share stories and music with a curious international audience.

Speaking at the Seshadripuram Ramanavami festival was a surreal experience. Performing with the sound of heavy rain as our companion is something I will never forget in my 50-year career.

With my fellow musicians after a SPIC MACAY concert at Christ University. Performing for young, enthusiastic students is always a special pleasure and gives me so much energy.

A moment of immense gratitude as I receive the prestigious Chowdaiah National Award from the Academy of Music. It was the culmination of a hectic but incredibly fulfilling weekend of back to back concerts.

A behind the scenes look at the making of our musical, 'Meera Tarangini'. The process of composing and layering music with these talented artists for our 50-member ensemble is just as exciting as the final performance.

This is a poster from my special lecture and demonstration, 'Naada Tarangini', at IGNCA Bengaluru. These events focus on the role of instruments in Carnatic music, blending talk with live veena performance.

Music Workshops & Speaking Engagements

Workshops at Malleshwaram studio; Travels across Bengaluru & India

I run interactive Carnatic music workshops and talks where anyone can join in, learn through live veena sessions, and explore music together, whether you’re a beginner or a musician.

15-40K

per session

I believe music is for sharing, and I am incredibly proud to see my students perform on stage. This was a wonderful performance by an ensemble of eight of my students for the KCMC Haridasa Sangeetotsava at Malleswaram Ramamandira.

There is a special magic that happens when we all play together. This is a snapshot from our preparations for a major concert at Chowdaiah Memorial Hall, bringing together a large group of talented musicians from my Tarangini Arts Foundation.

Performing on stage is a conversation with the audience through music. This is a close up from a performance at the Sevasadan’s festival, a moment of complete immersion in the sound of the veena.

I was deeply humbled to be honored with a lifetime achievement award by the Sri Rama Seva Mandali trust. This recognition fuels my passion to continue sharing the rich heritage of Carnatic music.

The creation of music is a collaborative journey. Here we are during a composition session for 'Meera Tarangini', a musical production for my foundation's golden jubilee. These intimate sessions are where the real creative work happens.

Mentoring the next generation of artists is a profound responsibility and joy. I was honored to be the chief guest for my student Esha's Carnatic music arangetram, a significant milestone in her musical journey.

A quiet moment after a fabulous show at Windmills. It's always wonderful to connect with fans and fellow music lovers after a performance.

Veena & Carnatic Music Education

Online classes available; In-person at Malleshwaram studio

I teach veena and Carnatic music with a structured syllabus, hands-on ensemble practice, and real performance opportunities, both online and in-person for all levels.

2,000-5,000

per student per month

This is me, ready for a concert and completely in my element. I love the energy of a live audience and the moments right before the music begins, with my veena in hand, on a beautifully lit stage.

The magic of a jugalbandi is in the connection between artists. Here I am, sharing the stage with talented musicians, creating a spontaneous and soulful musical dialogue. These collaborations are always a highlight for me.

Taking Carnatic music to a full house in Sontheim, Germany. It was an amazing experience to perform for an audience new to veena music and feel their appreciation. My global tours are about sharing our culture far and wide.

This is my special "Pancha Veena" concert, where five veenas play in harmony. The sound is so powerful and majestic, and it was an honor to perform this for the Kannada Rajyotsava celebrations.

There is a special, positive vibe when I perform inside a temple, right in front of the deity. This concert at Avani Sringeri Sharda Mutt was a truly soul-satisfying experience, connecting music with spirituality.

I felt so grateful to receive the prestigious Chowdaiah National Award. Moments like these, being recognized for my life's work in music, are incredibly humbling and motivate me to keep sharing the veena's voice.

A happy moment captured during my concert at Sree Ramaseva Mandali. I love what I do, and I think it shows. Whether it's a big festival or a small hall, I put my heart into every single note.

The music starts long before the concert. This is a look into the making of 'Meera Tarangini', a large 50-member ensemble. The process of composing and rehearsing with such talented musicians is just as exciting as the final show.

Music has no boundaries. This was a beautiful crossover concert in a church in Amsterdam, where my veena shared the stage with a flute and percussion. I love exploring these fusions of Western and Indian music.

Veena Concerts & Live Performances

Performs across Bengaluru; Travels pan-India for concerts

I perform live Carnatic veena concerts, solo or with other musicians, at festivals, temples, private events, and venues in India and abroad.

35K-1L

per concert (60-90 minutes, with standard ensemble)

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Suma Sudhindra

My Story

Hey, I'm Suma. Music and adventure, that’s me! Folks see me with the veena, but I love a challenge. Like, I did the Sandakpoo trek even when everyone said, 'Ayyo, why risk it?' (Oh no, why risk it?) I trained hard, went anyway. Clouds, pain, stunning villages – totally worth it. But it's not just big treks. Even a morning walk at Bannerghatta, sunrise, old friends, and remembering legends like Vimala Rangachar auntie, all make life rich.

My Work

Veena performances and jugalbandhi - I play solo and jugalbandhi concerts, each with its own vibe and surprises.

Carnatic music teaching - I teach veena to all levels, from basics to advanced, at Tarangini Arts Foundation.

Workshops and talks - I run Carnatic veena workshops and speak about our music’s depth and beauty.

Creator of Tarangini Veena - I developed the Tarangini Veena, always exploring new ways in veena music.

Guiding students - Proud to see my students start their own music schools and stores, making their own journeys.

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