Chenda Melam Performances
Available across Vijayawada
We perform authentic Kerala Chenda Melam, both traditional and fusion styles, for weddings, festivals, and events anywhere, with a team that customizes the experience to match your theme.
Pricing Guide
Traditional Chenda Melam (6-8 Artists)
Team Composition
- Size: 6 to 8 artists total.
- Instruments: Mix of Chenda (drums) for bass/rhythm and Ilathalam (cymbals) for tempo.
- Type: Purely acoustic percussion without melodic instruments.
Performance Details
- Style: Traditional Shinkari Melam (fast-paced) or Pandi Melam beats.
- Usage: Ideal for bride/groom entries, walking processions, or venue inaugurations.
- Duration: Up to 3 hours (performed in high-energy sets of 20-30 minutes).
Look & Feel
- Attire: Traditional Kasavu Mundu (white & gold dhoti) with matching colored sashes.
- Appearance: Artists are typically shirtless with Rudraksha beads and sandalwood markings.
- Logistics: Includes travel within city limits and all instrument maintenance.
Chenda Fusion Band (Percussion + Melody)
Artist Lineup
- Total Team: 7 to 9 performers.
- Rhythm Section: 6 Traditional Chenda percussionists.
- Melody Lead: 1 Electric Violinist OR 1 Keyboardist (based on availability).
Performance Scope
- Genre: Kerala Trance and Folk Fusion.
- Content: Popular film songs and high-tempo instrumental covers overlaid on traditional drumming.
- Format: Strictly for stage entertainment (Sangeet/Reception), not for walking processions.
- Duration: 90 to 120 minutes.
Client Requirements
- Sound System: The venue must provide a professional PA system, speakers, and lines/mics. The team does not bring speakers.
- Sound Check: Requires 30 minutes access before the event start.
Grand Festival Ensemble (15+ Artists)
Ensemble Scale
- Team Size: Massive group of 15 to 20 artists.
- Instruments: Heavy concentration of Chenda drums (10-12) supported by a large section of cymbals.
Usage & Format
- Best For: Outdoor roadshows, Visarjan, or grand Baraats with 500+ guests.
- Volume: Extremely high natural decibel level (no speakers required).
- Formations: Team moves in parallel lines or circles while drumming.
Logistics
- Duration: Up to 4 hours.
- Transport: Includes mini-bus for large crew transport.
- Breaks: Team requires 15-minute breaks every 45 minutes due to high physical intensity.
About Chenda Melam Performances
Bringing Pure Kerala Energy
We're Team Malayalees, and our thing is to light up your event with the real, raw sound of Chenda Melam. For us, it's all about celebrating together - or like we say, onnu kalakki aadi paadu (let’s just vibe, dance and sing). You’ll catch us in crisp white and gold mundu, ready to bring that Kerala festival mood anywhere - stage or street.
Pick Your Vibe
- Traditional Chenda Melam: We go all out with a full team: Chenda, Ilathalam, the works. It’s loud, classic, and honestly, goosebumps stuff. We’ll even try to match our mundu border to your event theme if you want.
- Fusion/Trance Chenda: For those who want something different, we mix Chenda with violin, keys, and more. It’s folk-fusion, totally next-level for sangeet nights or parties. Want lights, smoke, that trance feel? Just say the word.
Where You’ll Find Us
- Grand wedding entries and sangeet
- Festival procession percussion for Kerala temple events
- Store launches and brand events needing that wow
- Cultural fest stages and roadshows
Our Crew
We’re a mix of male and female artists who actually love what we do. Some days our hands hurt, but seeing people dance their heart out? Worth it every time.
Meet your Expert
Team Malayalees
171 connects in last 3 months
My Story
We are Team Malayalees, straight from Kerala, chenda beats in our veins. Grew up with melam, festivals, all that noise and joy. Now, we take it everywhere - Hyderabad, Bangalore, Goa, you name it. Not just for Malayalees, everyone joins in, dances, gets wild. When you see us, it's not just a show, it's Kerala coming alive. Onnichu kalakki thimirthu! (Let’s all rock together!)
My Work
Kerala Chenda Melam & More - We do Kerala Chenda Melam, Kathakali, Kavadi dance, Butterfly dance, and fusion violin saxophone shows.
High Energy Wedding Entry & Baraat - We make wedding entry and Baraat moments unforgettable with our beats and crazy energy.
Temple & Festival Performances - Perfect for temple events, Ganesh Chaturthi, Kavadi processions, even shop openings and roadshows.
Performing Across India - Our Malayalee artists travel all over - Hyderabad, Bangalore, Goa, Andhra, Telangana, and more.