--- title: "Chenda Melam Performances: Learn from Our Esteemed Collaborations" description: "Experience authentic Chenda Melam with Kalavadhyam. See our collaborations with Kerala's percussion legends and bring the true spirit of Pooram to your celebration." canonical: https://mytribe.in/kalavadhyam_official/traditional-kerala-percussion-ensembles-melam/our-esteemed-collaborations last_updated: 2025-08-29 --- # Our Esteemed Collaborations: Learning from the Masters Tribe Verified · Performing with Kerala's legendary percussion masters. By [Kalavadhyam](https://mytribe.in/kalavadhyam_official) · Performs at events across Bengaluru and Karnataka · ₹25K Per Performance (Approx. 60-90 Mins) (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) A glimpse into our performances alongside the maestros of Chenda Melam, bridging the legacy of Thrissur Pooram with the rhythm of our own Kalavadhyam family. ## Photos and videos - [Video: The legendary Peruvanam Sankaranarayanan Marar leading a performance at the Vijinapura Ayyappan Temple during the Makaravilakku festival.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5d2f8c1f-f432-4bf1-ab2d-4682723ef159) - ![Wishing a happy birthday to the great Mela Kalanidhi Shri Peruvanam Satheesan Marar, a true legend of the art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/634f9df4-6f6d-4722-9957-f5b3838f11fd) - [Video: A tribute to the legendary Peruvanam Brothers: Satheesan Marar, Prakashan Marar, and Sankaranarayanan Marar, masters of the Melam.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/790d4ee3-726c-4d6d-8c8e-13d0c2ffc50f) - ![Announcing the new leadership roles for our senior artists, Kalavadhyam Ranganath and Kalavadhyam Sabarish, for our Kshethrolsavam.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e20daa60-51f2-4058-8d6d-beb8bbc13909) ## About Our Esteemed Collaborations When we share the stage with maestros like the Peruvanam brothers, it is more than just a performance. It is a lesson in rhythm and discipline. These collaborations allow our artists to observe the nuances of a true Mela Pramani (conductor) in action, ensuring our own Kshethra (temple) style stays authentic and sharp for every event. At Kalavadhyam, we believe that the true essence of Kerala percussion lies in its lineage. Our performances alongside legends like the Peruvanam brothers, Satheesan Marar, and Sankaranarayanan Marar are foundational to our growth. When a Mela Pramani leads the ensemble, it is a masterclass in timing, breath, and the collective soul of the Chenda. Whether it is the slow, meditative cycles of Panchari Melam or the high-octane tempo of Pandi Melam, these interactions ensure our technique remains indistinguishable from the temple traditions of Thrissur. For our clients, this means you are not just hiring a band; you are inviting a troupe that respects the 'Simha Garjjanam' (lion's roar) of the drums with every strike. We bring this rigorous training, nurtured by these very collaborations, to every wedding procession, corporate event, and temple festival we attend. Our aim is to ensure that the heritage of Kerala percussion arts remains as vibrant and powerful in Bangalore as it is in our home state. When you book us, you are engaging with a group that treats every beat as a sacred duty, trained directly by the masters of the craft. ## About Kalavadhyam We are Kalavadhyam, a gurukulam dedicated to preserving the ancient rhythms of Kerala in Bangalore. For us, every beat is an offering, and every performance is a chance to keep our traditions alive for the next generation of varumkaala padanaayakanmaar (future leaders). 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