Varijashree Venugopal

About

Music for me is family, connection, and discovery. I grew up with Carnatic music all around me - thanks to Appa and our Guru Parampara (teacher-student tradition). Teaching isn't some one-way street here; it's about sharing what I've learnt, holding space for questions, and growing together. When you join, you’re part of this ongoing musical journey, not just a student sitting in a classroom.

What to Expect

• Sessions are hands-on, full of whiteboard sketches, live demos, and lots of actual music-making.
• We go deep into Carnatic roots:
  • Ragas (melodies) and their moods
  • Tala (rhythms) and how they twist and turn
  • Basics, from swaras (notes) upwards - so even if you're new, you won’t get lost
• Love fusion? My improvisation masterclasses are all about finding your style. We jam, we experiment, sometimes my band jumps in.
• Group singing sessions (think Bobby McFerrin’s Circle Songs) - everyone’s voice matters, doesn’t matter if you’ve performed or just started humming yesterday.

Who Finds a Home Here

• Curious souls, music students, pros, singers, and those just itching to try Carnatic vocal improvisation or fusion music collaboration.
• Anyone open to learning and sharing, across genres and cultures.

Where We Meet

No fixed address - my workshops travel. One day we’re in Bangalore, another week could be Bogotá, sometimes online with folks from everywhere. Feels like a jaathre (musical fair) wherever we set up.