--- title: "Awards & Recognitions: Ramana Balachandhran's Carnatic Music Journey" description: "Explore the milestones and awards of Veena artist Ramana Balachandhran. From Madras Music Academy honors to intensive Carnatic music workshops, discover his journey." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ramana_balachandhran/carnatic-music-masterclasses-workshops/the-journey-recognition-milestones last_updated: 2025-09-07 --- # Awards and Musical Milestones Tribe Verified · Awarded by Madras Music Academy & Hamsadhwani By [Ramana Balachandhran](https://mytribe.in/ramana_balachandhran) · Online sessions & workshops across India · ₹1,200 per person (estimate) Part of [Carnatic Music Masterclasses & Workshops](https://mytribe.in/ramana_balachandhran/carnatic-music-masterclasses-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/ramana_balachandhran/carnatic-music-masterclasses-workshops/gallery) A look back at the recognition and moments that have shaped my journey, from the Madras Music Academy stage to the workshops where we explore Carnatic music together. ## Photos and videos - ![I was happy to receive the Sub Senior Best Veena Artist award at the prestigious Madras Music Academy from Shri Gopalakrishna Gandhi ji.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/32eaa5a5-4a8f-43ba-b73d-5f5950d9bf62) - ![Honored to receive the Principal K S Narayanaswamy Memorial Vainika award from Sri Shanmukhananda Fine Arts & Sangeetha Sabha in Mumbai.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/77cd1665-cb68-418a-a812-4621f18477ee) - ![Receiving the Kalki Krishnamurthy Memorial Award at Hamsadhwani, Chennai. It was a special honor to receive it from Thiruppur Krishnan sir.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0cc5f3e8-792b-4b45-96e3-0b89a087bd53) - [Video: A video of my mother receiving the Best Veena Artist sub-senior award from The Music Academy on my behalf. I am deeply grateful for the support of my family and gurus.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b7f83ac8-1e92-459e-840b-2734314e2eba) - ![A quote from Carnatic musician and educator Savita Narasimhan in a Scroll.in article. It is humbling to receive such encouragement from senior artists in the field.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/869d380d-484d-4e9a-a02d-e38c2fba7852) - [Video: A clip from my "Art Talk" at the Nadabindu festival. Here, I discuss my musical philosophy, drawing an analogy between practicing raga phrases and a cricketer practicing different shots.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/520a4a29-32f9-47c3-87be-07a3b08486d9) - ![The poster for my USA Spring Tour. I am always grateful for the opportunity to share my music with audiences across the world.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/62ce7068-40c6-4ccb-a5d6-5d448e8d9d4f) - [Video: I was happy to endorse the book "Sangeethika Abhyasapathavali," a wonderful resource for beginning students of Carnatic music with practical exercises.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51ff1169-7d10-41f4-9091-566de34e5cbf) - ![A moment of receiving blessings from Tejomayanand Swamiji during the Naada Bindu festival at Chinmaya Vibhooti, Pune.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5b2774f2-f259-4808-b118-0e2869a40b8f) - ![A photo from the stage in Mumbai after receiving the Principal K S Narayanaswamy Memorial Vainika award.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d2425382-78e2-4a0f-b5b6-bf56bcce4ad4) - ![Another shot from the award ceremony at Sri Shanmukhananda Fine Arts & Sangeetha Sabha in Mumbai.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ef0df0c8-7459-4ec5-8bd6-1a74f439ec74) - ![Receiving the Sub Senior Best Veena Artist award at the Madras Music Academy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4f183473-a4f8-4ede-9ce1-69c1e17b3cbf) - ![A moment from the Kalki Krishnamurthy Memorial Award ceremony in Chennai.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/67da805a-5c4c-4201-b310-166899808a5a) - ![The cover image from the Scroll.in article about my musical journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9cd94cab-12c8-4f17-b580-957f9cf8b241) - ![Another quote from the Scroll.in feature.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd3049c4-a3a3-4f20-85f2-d5bf0c9772b8) ## About The Journey: Recognition & Milestones While these awards from institutions like the Madras Music Academy and Sri Shanmukhananda Sabha are humbling, my true milestones happen in the practice room and on stage. It is in those moments—breaking down a complex korvai or seeing a student finally grasp a tricky gamaka—that the real work happens. If you are curious about my Veenopasana sessions or want to discuss mentorship, let's talk. Receiving recognition like the Principal K S Narayanaswamy Memorial Vainika award or the Sub Senior Best Veena Artist title is a significant honour. It reminds me of the responsibility I have to the masters who came before me, like MDR mama. However, I view these accolades as checkpoints rather than destinations. As noted in my recent Scroll.in feature, my goal is always to find an individual voice on an instrument as traditional as the Veena. Whether I am analyzing a raga like Reetigowla, or conducting an intensive four-hour Veenopasana stamina session, the focus remains on the same thing: authenticity. My workshops are where I put this into practice. We move beyond the stage and into the nitty-gritty: - **Gamaka Shuddham:** Getting the note purity right through repetition. - **Kanakku Exploration:** Using rhythmic math as a tool for creativity, not a rigid formula. - **Performance Nuance:** How to sing along, when to use the instrument as a voice, and how to manage concert pacing. If you see something here that sparks your interest—whether it's the academic theory of Manodharma or the physical challenge of building stamina—know that my teaching is just as much a shared exploration as my concerts. I don't have all the answers, but I am very happy to share the questions that keep me up at night. ## About Ramana Balachandhran Namaskaram, I’m Ramana. For me, music is a constant exploration—whether I'm performing a concert or diving into the mechanics of a raga in my workshops. I believe in honest practice and finding that sweet spot where structure meets emotion, and I'm always looking to share that joy with those ready to go deep. 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