From a first note played at home to performing on stage — here's what learning at Sharangadev looks like for beginners, working professionals, parents, and lifelong musicians alike.
Correct fundamentals are extremely important and I am fortunate to have learnt that from my guru, Dr. Sangeeta Shankar. And it is that solid foundation that has helped me as a playback singer and as a music director. My namaskarams to my Guru.
Advanced · Performer
I have been learning from Mrs. Vedashree Khadilkar Oke since I was 11-12 years old. The improvement in my vocals and performing abilities has been clearly visible and praised by several people. Her constant push towards perfectionism is very inspiring and makes us all better at our skills and better individuals.
Intermediate · Vocal
I have been learning from Dr. Ankur Mishra since the past 5 years. He is extremely patient, clears all doubts and is extremely motivating and encouraging! It is only because of him I am able to continue learning Sitar despite my household responsibilities.
Intermediate · Sitar
I started violin when I was 8. My teacher was a strict old English lady who would hit my hand with her bow if I played a passage wrong a third time. Ragini is a blessing. Her unending patience, positivity and knowledge has been nothing but a light on my musical path. Thank you Dr. Rajam for choosing a wonderful teacher for me!
Advanced · Violin
It enriched me so much and is very useful in enhancing my creations. The teaching was simple and easy to understand, on a very wide range of topics covering almost everything about music.
Beginner · Music AppreciationWe spent sixty years humming along to raagas we never truly understood — at our age, we didn't expect to learn something new about the music we've loved forever, but this course, guided so warmly by Mahesh and Sangeeta, finally let us fall in love with it all over again, this time with real understanding.
Beginner · Music AppreciationI always knew I wanted a career in music, but this course showed me just how vast that world really is — exploring everything from Hindustani to Carnatic to contemporary styles helped me finally pinpoint exactly what I wanted to specialize in, with a clarity I didn't have before.
Beginner · Music Appreciation"I'd never touched a tabla before this year. My teacher started with the absolute basics and made every step feel achievable — six months in, I can already play along to a full taal cycle."
Beginner · Tabla"Finishing School didn't just sharpen my technique — it taught me how to hold a stage, handle nerves, and think about music as a career. I walked in a student and walked out ready to perform."
Finishing School Graduate"Three days at Swar-Sadhana Tapovan changed how I listen to music entirely. Learning under the open-air mandapam, with no walls between the teaching and the trees, is an experience no online class can replicate."
Gurukul Retreat Guest"My daughter joined Heritage Harmony not knowing a single raga, and came home humming one. Watching her build confidence — on stage and off — has been the best part of this whole journey."
Parent · Children's Program"Two years into Hindustani Violin and I finally understand why my teacher insisted on drilling the basics for so long. Every new Raga feels easier to learn than the last."
Intermediate · Hindustani ViolinWhether you're three weeks in or three decades — we'd love to feature your journey here.
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