--- title: "Arangettam and Guruvandanam Support in Bangalore | Kalavadhyam" description: "Book professional Chenda Melam support for your Arangettam or Guruvandanam ceremony in Bangalore. Preserve tradition with our expert, classically trained ensemble." canonical: https://mytribe.in/kalavadhyam_official/traditional-kerala-percussion-ensembles-melam/arangettam-guruvandanam last_updated: 2025-08-29 --- # Arangettam and Guruvandanam Support in Bangalore Tribe Verified · 15 years of preserving Kshethra tradition. By [Kalavadhyam](https://mytribe.in/kalavadhyam_official) · Performs at events across Bengaluru and Karnataka · ₹25K per performance (estimate) Part of [Traditional Kerala Percussion Ensembles (Melam)](https://mytribe.in/kalavadhyam_official/traditional-kerala-percussion-ensembles-melam). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/kalavadhyam_official/traditional-kerala-percussion-ensembles-melam/gallery) We provide professional percussion support for Arangettam debut performances and conduct sacred Guruvandanam ceremonies to honor the traditions of our craft. ## Photos and videos - ![Honoring our talented artists with the 'Aadharavu' awards for their dedicated service and skill in the art of Melam.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/05c16e78-2b5a-4adc-8e8b-8c8a929dc0da) - ![As part of our 15th anniversary, we present the 'Guruvandanam' to our visiting teachers, Shri Peruvanam Sankaranarayanan Marar and Shri Kombath Anil Kumar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8e60d8a9-2636-4eb3-bcee-ac17598f14b8) - ![A moment of respect and gratitude as we honor our Guru during the 'Guruvandanam' ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b6320ee2-80b5-4cc4-bd30-d3cd51919c2b) - ![Presenting a memento to our esteemed visiting Guru, Shri Peruvanam Sankaranarayanan Marar, as a mark of our respect.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ba0515d1-4b55-4656-9de5-9848d0df53e5) - ![Our Guru, Shri Kalavadhyam Dheeraj Edat, honors visiting maestro Shri Peruvanam Sankaranarayanan Marar during our Guruvandanam ceremony.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb7df741-1aab-48c4-8a67-34edd5c25e8a) - ![Our members gather to honor our visiting Gurus, a testament to the deep respect we hold for our teachers and tradition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cc2399f3-4abc-4a27-a7d5-f6063c2841dc) - ![A poster for our 'Melothsavam' which includes the Chenda Melam Arangettam for 40 of our students, a culmination of their dedicated training.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ecdf7e89-ec44-425b-8ae5-7e64bd28fc6a) - ![Our proud award winners of the Kalavadhyam Vaadhya Puraskaaram 2024, recognized for their excellence and dedication.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb16528b-ca58-436d-8895-5519a030cfb2) ## About Arangettam & Guruvandanam For families organizing an Arangettam, we provide more than just the percussion accompaniment; we handle the rhythmic synchronization that dictates the dancer's or performer's stage entry and progression. We ensure the Melam ensemble creates a seamless flow with the performer, supporting every intricate step with the exact beats learned during their training. The Arangettam is not just a debut; it is the culmination of years of discipline. In our Kshethra style of training, the percussion support must be precise, responding to the subtle shifts in the dancer's tempo. Our ensemble understands this connection, having performed for numerous Arangettam events across Bangalore. We ensure the rhythmic foundation of the Panchari or Pandi Melam is perfectly tuned to support the soloist, whether they are performing Bharatnatyam, Mohiniyattam, or other traditional arts. Equally important to us is the Guruvandanam ceremony. This is a moment of deep gratitude, where we formally honor the Gurus who have passed down the nuances of the Chenda, Ilathalam, and Kuzhal. Whether you are planning an Arangettam for your child or looking to host a traditional cultural program that requires authentic Kerala percussion, our ensemble brings the discipline of our academy to your stage. We manage everything from the ensemble composition to the transport and attire, allowing you to focus entirely on the sanctity of the occasion. Our goal is to ensure that the music remains faithful to the classical shaastriya shyli, providing an experience that feels as authentic in Bengaluru as it would in a temple courtyard in Kerala. ## About Kalavadhyam We are Kalavadhyam, a family of artists dedicated to the Kshethra style of percussion. We view every performance, especially the Arangettam, as a sacred milestone that honours the years of discipline our students have poured into their training. 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