--- title: "Chenda Melam Performance for Traditional Wedding Music in Bangalore - mytribe" description: "Looking for an authentic Chenda Melam Performance? Hire V4 Kalasamithi, a traditional Kerala percussion ensemble in Bangalore, to bring high energy and festive vibes to your wedding, housewarming, or cultural event. Book the best festive drummers today!" canonical: https://mytribe.in/v4_kalasamithi/chenda-melam-performance last_updated: 2025-08-29 --- # Chenda Melam Performance in Bengaluru By [V4 Kalasamithi](https://mytribe.in/v4_kalasamithi) · We perform authentic Kerala Chenda Melam with experienced artists in traditional attire using real Chenda drums for weddings, festivals, and events. ## Locations Available for events across Bengaluru ### Travels to - Travels to event venues across Bengaluru (Bengaluru, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India) ## Pricing guide (estimates) These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote. ### Entrance Welcome Troupe (6 Artists) 6-person acoustic team for venue entrances or small ceremonies with 45-60 minutes of actual performance time. Typically ₹13-16K per event (up to 3 hours) (estimate) #### Team Composition * **Total Artists:** 6 Percussionists. * **Instruments:** Mixed setup of Chenda (drums) and Ilathalam (cymbals) for a sharp, traditional sound. * **Attire:** Full traditional Kerala uniform including white Mundu and purple-bordered Veshti. #### Performance Scope * **Duration:** Up to 3 hours onsite presence. * **Play Time:** 45 to 60 minutes of performance, ideal for guest arrival or specific rituals. * **Style:** Static performance (standing in one place), playing Pandi or Panchari Melam beats. #### Logistics * **Transport:** Included for standard Bangalore city limits. * **Arrival:** Team arrives 30 minutes early for instrument tuning and costume change. ### Procession & Baraat Ensemble (10 Artists) 10-artist choreographed group suitable for 1.5 km processions and Shinkari style dancing with 90-120 minutes of playtime. Typically ₹27-32K per event (up to 3 hours) (estimate) #### Team Composition * **Total Artists:** 10 Performing Artists. * **Lead Artist:** Includes a Kolali (lead drummer) to direct tempo transitions. * **Visuals:** Larger group size allows for synchronized swaying and Shinkari-style dance steps. #### Performance Scope * **Usage:** Optimized for moving processions (Baraat), Bride/Groom entry, or Sangeet kickoff. * **Play Time:** 90 to 120 minutes of active performance. * **Mobility:** Capable of performing while walking distances of 1 to 1.5 km. * **Volume:** High acoustic volume suitable for outdoor street noise. #### Logistics * **Transport:** Tempo Traveler costs included for artists and heavy instruments. * **Coordination:** Team syncs stops and starts with wedding planner cues. ### Grand Festival Symphony (15 Artists) Massive 15-piece orchestration for open grounds and large stages, delivering high-decibel interactive performances. Typically ₹42-48K per performance (estimate) #### Team Composition * **Total Artists:** 15 Elite Artists. * **Instrumentation:** Heavy configuration of Uruttu Chenda (melody), Veekku Chenda (bass), and Ilathalam to create a wall of sound. * **Formations:** Dynamic choreography with crouching and jumping beats designed for large stages. #### Performance Scope * **Impact:** Festival-grade volume capable of drowning out ambient noise in large open grounds. * **Interaction:** Includes 'Kalasamithi Special' rapid-fire beats to engage crowds and encourage dancing. * **Duration:** High-intensity blocks (e.g., two sets of 45 minutes). #### Logistics * **Requirements:** Dedicated changing room and water supply required at venue. * **Travel:** Transport included within Bangalore Urban district. ## About Chenda Melam Performance ### Traditional Kerala Vibes, Loud and Clear We’re not just another drum group. Chenda Melam is pure Kerala energy - loud, rhythmic, and totally celebratory. When we step in, it’s like bringing home the real sound of a Kerala fest. Our team lives and breathes this art, so what you get is nothing short of authentic. ### What Makes Us Stand Out - You’ll hear real, powerful Kerala rhythms. No shortcuts. We stick to authentic Melams and perform with genuine Chenda drums. - Our team is all experienced male artists. We know how to play in sync, and that unity is what creates the full impact. - You’ll see us in traditional white mundu and veshti, so the vibe looks as real as it sounds. ### Where We Bring the Beat Our Chenda Melam fits big moments. We’re regulars at Kerala wedding chenda melam performances, housewarming chenda performance gigs, college fest Kerala drumming, and temple festival percussion group events. Whether it’s a baraat, oonjal ceremony, or a temple procession, we know how to build the mood. ### How We Roll We can set up at the entrance to welcome your guests, or lead a crowd in a full-on procession. The vibe is loud, festive, and always gets people moving. If you want something real, energetic, and straight from Kerala, you’ll get it with us. ## Highlights Browse through V4 Kalasamithi's best work. ### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/v4_kalasamithi/chenda-melam-performance/featured) - [Video: Watch us create an electrifying circle of rhythm and energy. This is what happens when our authentic Chenda Melam meets an enthusiastic crowd at a college festival, creating an unforgettable, interactive experience for everyone.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7218dee0-dcc0-4fbb-b694-620b55755046) - [Video: From leading a grand procession through campus to the passionate focus of each drummer, this video captures the vibrant spirit of our performances. We bring the complete Kerala festival vibe, right down to the authentic details.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/37a58961-7daa-4938-aa2f-db4f83cd727f) - ![Meet the artists of our Kalasamithi. We are a professional and coordinated team, dressed in traditional mundu and veshti, ready to bring the powerful sound of Kerala to your special occasion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f94e65c-3ff0-4683-a5fb-9dc4b33f7c65) ### [Festive Processions & Performances](https://mytribe.in/v4_kalasamithi/chenda-melam-performance/festive-processions-performances) - [Video: Here you can see our troupe performing for a large, energetic crowd. We often form a circle, allowing guests to gather around and feel the full impact of the synchronized drumming, making it a popular choice for college fests and celebrations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7218dee0-dcc0-4fbb-b694-620b55755046) - [Video: We specialize in leading festive processions, perfect for welcoming guests, baraats, or temple events. This clip shows our team moving as one unit, creating a powerful visual and auditory spectacle that builds excitement from the very start.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/37a58961-7daa-4938-aa2f-db4f83cd727f) ### [The V4 Kalasamithi Team](https://mytribe.in/v4_kalasamithi/chenda-melam-performance/the-v4-kalasamithi-team) - ![This is our core team of dedicated Chenda Melam artists. Pictured here during a break at a wedding event, we pride ourselves on our professionalism and unity, which is the secret to our powerful, in-sync performances.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3f94e65c-3ff0-4683-a5fb-9dc4b33f7c65) - [Video: Our identity as a 'Kalasamithi' is important to us. This short clip from a performance day, showing us sharing a traditional meal, gives a glimpse into the camaraderie and shared culture that fuels our passion for this art form.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/37a58961-7daa-4938-aa2f-db4f83cd727f) ## Meet your expert [V4 Kalasamithi](https://mytribe.in/v4_kalasamithi) ### My story Namaskaram! We are V4 Kalasamithi, a bunch of chenda lovers from Kerala, now jamming in Bangalore. Chenda beats are in our blood - every festival back home, every celebration, that’s the sound we grew up with. Now we bring that same joy, same thalam (rhythm), to weddings, college fests, housewarmings here. When we play and see people smiling, dancing, it feels like home. We’re not just a group, we’re family sharing our tradition. ### My work - **Kerala Chenda Melam for Events**: We perform Kerala chenda melam for weddings, housewarmings, temple functions, college fests, anywhere you want energy. - **High-Energy, Authentic Vibe**: Our chenda beats bring real festive spirit. Not just music, it’s a full-on traditional Kerala percussion experience. - **Passionate Artist Group**: We’re a team of experienced players, keeping the art alive with passion and precision. - **Available Across Bangalore**: Based in K.R. 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