Carnatic Music Education

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Ramana Balachandhran

Ramana Balachandhran

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About

I offer comprehensive Carnatic music education through workshops, masterclasses, and lecture demonstrations. My sessions, like "Veenopasana" and "Carnatic Deep Dive," focus on both theoretical and practical aspects of Carnatic music, including alapanas, swarams, and manodharma.

What Makes This Different

  • Blend of traditional teaching with contemporary learning approaches
  • Integration of vocal elements with veena techniques
  • Mathematical exploration of ragas and compositions
  • Both online and in-person learning options

Ideal For

Musicians at intermediate to advanced levels who want to deepen their understanding of Carnatic music, particularly those interested in veena performance and theoretical aspects of Carnatic music.

Additional Details

Sessions include hands-on practice, detailed feedback, and exploration of various aspects of performance techniques. Available in both workshop format and extended learning programs.

Meet your Expert

Ramana Balachandhran

Ramana Balachandhran

257 connects in last 3 months

My Story

Namaste, I’m Ramana. Veena is my main thing, but honestly, music is music - I end up playing mridangam, sitar, singing, whatever. Sometimes my brain goes off on weird tangents, like imagining chess as ragas on the veena! My thatha, simple man, strict but sweet - I used to prank him with Kurkure, and he’d grumble, ‘Chi yennada idhu masala va potrukaan!’ (What’s this masala!) but still eat it. I find inspiration everywhere - monkeys meditating, old masters, even random moments. Always searching for that stillness.

My Work

Veena Performances & Collaborations - I play solo, team up with others, and bring in my multi-instrumentalist Carnatic artist side.

Advanced Veena Workshops - My veenopasana workshops are intense 4-hour sadhana for those ready to dive deep. Think gamaka shuddham training, fretboard control, stamina.

Teaching Style - I find shortcuts, mnemonics, practical tricks. Whatever helps you learn, I’ll try it.

Concerts & Pallavi Exploration - Every concert is a test and a game. I love complex Pallavi exploration, even if I mess up sometimes.

My Musical Philosophy - Kanakku and bhava? Not enemies. I try to blend math and melody so it just feels natural.

More from Ramana Balachandhran

Carnatic Music Masterclasses & Workshops

₹1,200-3,500 per participant per workshop (4 hours)

Carnatic Music Concerts & Performances

₹30K-1L per concert

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