--- title: "Carnatic Music Awards and Recognitions by Dr. Suma Sudhindra" description: "Explore the career highlights and awards of Dr. Suma Sudhindra, a renowned Carnatic musician. From the Chowdaiah National Award to 50 years of musical service, see the recognitions that define her journey in Carnatic music." canonical: https://mytribe.in/drsumasudhindra/music-workshops-speaking-engagements/awards-recognitions last_updated: 2025-09-07 --- # Carnatic Music Awards and Recognitions Tribe Verified · 50 years of Carnatic musical excellence. By [Suma Sudhindra](https://mytribe.in/drsumasudhindra) · Workshops at Malleshwaram studio; Travels across Bengaluru & India · ₹25K per event (estimate) Part of [Music Workshops & Speaking Engagements](https://mytribe.in/drsumasudhindra/music-workshops-speaking-engagements). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/drsumasudhindra/music-workshops-speaking-engagements/gallery) Over my 50-year journey with the veena, these moments of recognition have been incredibly humbling. It is a true joy to share these milestones with my community of rasikas and fellow musicians. ## Photos and videos - ![Sharing a light-hearted moment on stage during the Academy of Music Chowdaiah Award ceremony. Even formal events are filled with warmth and friendship in the music community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e136ec79-9c42-4758-9a77-a6729b967c29) - ![Feeling truly humbled to be honored with a lifetime achievement award by the Sri Rama Seva Mandali trust. Receiving this recognition in their beautiful auditorium was a special moment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1716c278-d40d-4a85-8767-34ed9740f6ca) - ![Receiving the SV Narayanaswamye Rao birth centenary award from the Sree Ramaseva Mandali. Being honored alongside my musician colleagues made the evening even more beautiful.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5afb11d1-5157-4a99-ad02-1cfca322401b) - ![A close-up of the moment I received the certificate for the SV Narayanaswamye Rao award. I am holding the certificate with a heart full of gratitude.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/80d84a14-f23e-4ac4-b341-d49296181ebc) - ![Another view of the award ceremony at Chamarajpet, organized by the Ramanavami celebrations trust. The stage was so beautifully decorated for the occasion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9adba3d6-46d7-4218-a0b2-d67aac5e6f1a) - ![Being draped with a shawl as a mark of respect during the award ceremony. These traditional gestures of honor are a cherished part of our culture.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d9120114-6cdc-4185-8dec-c030977055af) - ![A candid smile during the felicitation by Sree Ramaseva Mandali. The warmth and affection from the organizers and the audience mean the world to me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f72b8fe7-04f9-4404-86f7-cd530ab95355) - ![Holding the plaque for the SV Narayanaswamye Rao birth centenary award. These awards are not just personal achievements but a celebration of our shared musical heritage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb007890-9f59-4a46-96ad-b94e62982646) - ![Being presented with a traditional fruit basket during the award function. It was a beautiful evening filled with music, respect, and camaraderie.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ff46d237-b4e5-4e82-9195-6df231a9160f) - ![Surrounded by friends and well-wishers during a felicitation ceremony. The support of the community is the greatest award an artist can receive.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c1e36212-21d7-4979-9259-a86497aaae08) - ![Another happy moment from the morning felicitation, holding the award plaques. I feel so blessed to have a life filled with music and such wonderful people.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d8756eb6-1b93-4f3c-8ffa-4c6df8f76446) - ![Being felicitated by the Dr. Aswathnarayana foundation in Malleswaram for the completion of 50 years of my institution, Tarangini Arts Foundation. A proud moment!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d52f7e9a-6f63-4621-a291-d5376883fa3c) - ![On stage at the valedictory function of the Malleswaram Sangeeta Sabha's music conference. It was the end of a crazy, wonderful weekend of music and celebrations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2eb11506-2851-46ce-825f-e1919cf9042a) ## About Awards & Recognitions Receiving the Chowdaiah National Award was a special highlight, but what truly matters is the journey behind it. From Malleshwaram stages to international festivals, I have spent decades dedicated to the Tarangini Veena, and seeing that commitment honoured by institutions like the Sree Ramaseva Mandali is deeply moving. My musical journey has never just been about the performance; it has been about building a bridge between tradition and the modern audience. When I look at these plaques and certificates, I do not just see personal accolades. I see the fifty years spent at the Tarangini Arts Foundation, the countless hours of teaching, and the wonderful students who have gone on to build their own paths. Being honoured by the Academy of Music for the Chowdaiah National Award, or celebrating the birth centenary of S.V. Narayanaswamye Rao with the Sree Ramaseva Mandali, reminds me of the support of my community. Music is not a solo endeavour, even for a solo artist. It is a shared energy. Whether it is a lecture-demonstration at a college in Bengaluru or an international festival stage, these recognitions serve as a reminder to keep pushing boundaries, keep learning, and keep the Carnatic tradition vibrant and alive for the next generation. I am so grateful to everyone who has been part of this wild, wonderful, musical ride!!!!!!!! ## About Suma Sudhindra I am Suma, and I have dedicated my life to the classical veena. Whether I am composing new pieces for the Tarangini Veena or teaching at my foundation in Malleshwaram, I believe in staying connected to the music and the people who listen to it. 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