--- title: "Authentic Bharatanatyam Recitals with Live Carnatic Music" description: "Book an authentic Bharatanatyam performance with a live 4-piece Carnatic music ensemble. Ragini Chandrashekhar brings soulful, traditional dance to your event." canonical: https://mytribe.in/raginichandershekar/bharatanatyam-performances-for-events/the-complete-experience-dance-with-live-music last_updated: 2025-09-22 --- # Authentic Bharatanatyam Recitals with Live Carnatic Music Tribe Verified · Performing authentic Bharatanatyam for 35+ years. By [Ragini Chandershekar](https://mytribe.in/raginichandershekar) · Performs across Delhi NCR and travels pan-India · ₹45K per session (45-60 mins) (estimate) Part of [Bharatanatyam Performances for Events](https://mytribe.in/raginichandershekar/bharatanatyam-performances-for-events). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/raginichandershekar/bharatanatyam-performances-for-events/gallery) A Bharatanatyam performance comes alive only when the dancer and the musicians share a rhythm. I bring a full 4-piece Carnatic ensemble to every event, turning a simple recital into a deep, sensory conversation between melody and movement. ## Photos and videos - ![A performance is a conversation between dance and music. I almost always perform with a live Carnatic orchestra, including vocals, flute, and mridangam, whose melodies and rhythms elevate the entire recital into a complete sensory experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50f16929-e8dd-4604-950a-d5eed711d932) - [Video: During a lecture-demonstration, you can see the live musicians who accompany me. Their contribution is vital, providing the rhythmic and melodic foundation upon which the dance is built.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c825e5ad-1dc8-4d61-9467-d4905978758f) ## About The Complete Experience: Dance with Live Music When I perform, my musicians are not just playing in the background; they are part of the story. We arrive 60 minutes early for a mandatory sound check because the mridangam and flute need to balance perfectly with my steps to make the abhinaya (expression) truly reach you. For me, the soul of a Bharatanatyam performance lies in the dialogue between the dancer and the musicians. While recorded tracks have their place, they cannot capture the raw, spontaneous energy of a live Carnatic orchestra. When I perform at weddings, corporate gatherings, or private home events across Delhi NCR, I am joined by four senior accompanying artists—a vocalist, a mridangam player, a flutist, and a nattuvangam artist. This isn't just about music; it's about connection. If I see the audience engaging with a specific emotion or a particular story from the epics, the musicians can subtly shift the tempo or the melody to match that moment. That is the magic of live performance. We work as a unit to ensure that every gesture, every rhythmic footwork pattern (nritta), and every expressive piece (abhinaya) is supported by the live notes. Because of this complexity, I ensure we have the right setup. We require 5-6 microphones to capture the nuances of the flute and the percussion properly. Whether it is a thematic storytelling piece or a traditional Margam, the ensemble creates an immersive environment that transforms the space. If you are looking for a performance that feels intimate and alive, this complete experience is designed exactly for that. ## About Ragini Chandershekar I am Ragini Chandrashekhar. I don't just perform dance; I share the stories and legacy passed down by my mother and guru, Smt. Jamuna Krishnan. When you see me perform, you see 35 years of devotion and the heartbeat of my family's traditions. 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