Studio Recording & Artist Collaboration
Available across Mysuru
I record sitar and mandolin tracks for albums, soundtracks, and cross-genre projects, working from Bangalore or remotely, and collaborate with artists to shape the music as per their vision.
Pricing Guide
Remote Audio Recording
Recording Scope
- Instrument: Choice of Sitar (Classical/Fusion) or Mandolin (Carnatic/Light).
- Duration: Covers one standard track up to 5 minutes.
- Style: Execution of provided notations or improvisational fills based on raaga.
Deliverables
- Files: High-resolution WAV files (24-bit/48kHz).
- Stems: Delivery of both Dry (raw) and Wet (processed) signals.
- Timeline: Delivery within 48 to 72 hours of receiving backing track.
Terms
- Revisions: Includes 1 round of minor corrections.
- Rights: Non-exclusive usage rights for the specific project.
In-Studio Session (Bangalore)
Session Specs
- Duration: Up to 4 hours of studio time (Standard Call Sheet).
- Location: Service available at studios within Bangalore city limits.
- Travel: Artist conveyance to the venue is included.
Artist Capabilities
- Technique: Professional sight-reading of notation and live improvisation.
- Workflow: Unlimited takes within the booked slot to capture the perfect emotion.
- Genre: Immediate adaptation between Classical, Fusion, or Film styles.
Exclusions
- Facility: Studio rental and sound engineering fees must be handled by the client.
Film Score Composition & Arrangement
Composition Services
- Creation: Composing original melodies and intricate gamakas based on director inputs.
- Arrangement: Layering multiple instruments (Sitar and Mandolin) for a rich sound.
- Video Sync: Aligning tempo and dynamics to specific scene timecodes.
Value Adds
- Consultation: Pre-production video call to discuss mood and raaga selection.
- Crediting: Authorization to use "Feat. Suma Rani" in official track credits.
- Revisions: Includes 2 rounds of detailed feedback adjustments.
About Studio Recording & Artist Collaboration
I live and breathe music – it’s how I connect with people and tell stories. Every project is a chance to make something honest and beautiful, whether it’s a tiny idea or a big, ambitious album.
My Experience
- Trained under Pandit N V Gopinath
- Featured sitar artist on the Grammy-nominated ‘Divine Tides’ (with Stewart Copeland & Ricky Kej)
- Regularly collaborate with Ricky Kej and perform with artists from everywhere – stage and studio both
- My approach is all about listening, blending, and building something that feels true to your vision
What I Offer
- Sitar & mandolin session recordings – I can record in Bangalore or remotely
- Experience with film music (Bollywood, Kannada, Tamil covers), Indian classical, fusion, and devotional tracks
- I love full-length projects, soundtracks, and anything that lets me help shape a full soundscape (soundtrack sitar artist is something I’m often called for)
- Cross-genre music collab comes naturally to me, not just classical – I genuinely enjoy new sounds
For Fellow Kannadigas
Sirigannadam gelge! (Let Kannada thrive!) Projects that celebrate our language and music are close to my heart.
I’m based in Bangalore but happy to travel if the project calls for it. If you want that Indian classical fusion collaboration or just want to explore new textures, I’m game.
Meet your Expert
Suma Rani
9 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Music found me early, thanks to my guruji, Pandit N V Gopinath. Those lessons, those old-school vibes, they’re in every note I play. Sharing the stage with Ricky Kej, Stewart Copeland, and even playing at 12,000 feet in Leh-Ladakh – wild, right? ‘Divine Tides’ Grammy nod, Dasara crowds, or just a quiet bhajan at home, I carry my Kannada roots everywhere. Sirigannadam gelge! (Let Kannada shine!) For me, music’s pure joy – and I love sharing it.
My Work
Live Sitar & Mandolin Shows - Solo, fusion, or Grand Sitar Symphony – I play for weddings, concerts, or any special event.
Studio & Album Recordings - Available for world music album collaboration and epic fusion sitar music sessions.
Soulful Bhajans & Tributes - From a soulful Meera bhajan sitar piece to paying tribute to legends like SPB sir, I play from the heart.