Swaraa and Thaalaa Cultural Academy

Carnatic Music

Our Affiliations

We are proud to be affiliated with Suro Bharati Sangeeth Kala Kendra, a prestigious institution in music and performing arts. This affiliation allows our students to follow their exam guidelines and earn recognized certifications, ensuring top-quality education.


Meet Our Teachers

Learn Carnatic music with our passionate instructors:


Learning Options

Online Classes

  • Choose between one-on-one or group sessions, lasting 40-60 minutes.

  • We welcome students from around the world to join our virtual classroom.

Offline Classes

  • Location: Mettupalayam

  • Teacher: Miss Aadharshini Madhanagopal

  • Schedule: Wednesdays and Saturdays, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM


Enrollment Process

  1. Inquiry: Register on our website and choose your course.

  2. Trial Session: Book a free trial at a convenient time.

  3. Payment: Confirm your schedule, and complete payment within 2 days.

  4. Slot Reservation: We understand you may need some time to finalize, but we can hold a slot for only up to 2 days. To reserve your slot during this period, a nominal reservation fee is required. This fee will be deducted from the total course fee.


Course Fees

  • Fees vary based on location (India or abroad) and your class slot.

  • Check the course syllabus and fee structure for detailed pricing.


Accessing Your Course

Once enrolled, you’ll receive a unique username and password to access your courses. Practice regularly and complete each module before moving on. Please read our students instructions in Music portal for more details.

Beginner Course Syllabus

  • Introduction to Carnatic music, SA PA SA, Swarams and their sounds, Shruthi and thaalam.
  • 14 Sarali varisais in 3 speeds, 9 Jantai varisais in 3 speeds
  • 30 shlokams, 3 Ganesha songs, 2 Bhajans and Ganesha Pancharathnam without notation
  • Understanding Sthayi
  • 5 Upper Sthayi varisai in 3 speeds, 6 Mandhra Sthayi varisais in 3 speeds, 6 Dhaattu varisais in 3 speeds
  • 1 Ganesh and 3 Krishna songs and 2 Bhajans of choice without notation
  • Concept of Thaalas,
  • Saptha thaala Alankaaraas, Voice techniques,
  • 3 Devi songs, Devaram, 2 Bhajans of choice without notation
  • Swarasthanas, Raagas, Melakartha system
  • Geethams : Malahari, Mohanam
  • 1 Shiva, 4 Devi/Saraswathi, 4 Krishna/Perumal and 1 Patriotic songs, Optional : Bhajan of students’ choice without notation
  • Geethams : Kalyani, Suddha saveri, Saveri, Kambhoji, Aarabi, Anandha bairavi, Bilahari Swarajathi
  • Thiruppugazh, Bhaja Govindham, 1 Shiva, 4 Devi, 4 Krishna and 1 Patriotic song, Optional : Bhajan of student’s choice without notation
  • Khamas Swarajathi, 3/4 Nottuswaram, 10 ragas – Sarali varisais
  • Achyuthashtakam, Kandhar Sashti kavacham, Madhurashtakam, Lingashtakam, Mahishasura mardhini, Kanakadhara stothram, Sri Hari Sthothram without notation
  • Vakra Jantai varisai, Bruga sadhana varisais
  • Songs: Thiruppugazh, Thiruvarutpa, 4 Saraswathi/Devi/Lakshmi, 2 Bharathiyar, 3 Murugar, 1 Shivan without notation

Intermediate Course Syllabus

  • Trinity of Carnatic music
  • Aadhi thaala varnam: Mohanam, Shankarabaranam, Abhogi
  • Krithi: 5 Compositions of Dhikshithar and Tyragarajar.
  • About Dikshithar and Thooran​
  • Aadhi thaala varnam: Hamsadhvani, Kalyani
  • Kriti: 5 Compositions of Periyasaami thooran and Muthuswami Dikshithar
  • Aadhi thaala varnam: Sahana, Saveri, Navaragamalika
  • Kriti: 5 Compositions of Harikesavanallur Muthaiah Bhagavathar, Dikshithar, Thooran, Tyagarajar and Shyama shastri
  • Aadhi thaala varnam: Shree, Khambhoji, Madhyamavathi
  • Ada Thaala varnam: Bairavi
  • Kriti: 4 Compositions of Shyama shastri, Papanasam sivan and Tyagarajar, 2 Suddhanadha bharathi
  • Aadhi thaala varnam: Vasantha, Bekada
  • Ada thaala varnam: Bairavi
  • 1 Pancharathna Krithi and 2 Kriti of choice, Thillaana

Advance Course Syllabus

Level 1: Advanced Raagaa & Thaalaa Foundations

Raagaa Exploration:

  • Rare Raagaas: Keeravani, Hemavati, Dharmavati, Charukesi, Rasikapriya, Gamanashrama, Kiravani.
  • Raagaa Analysis: Detailed study of raagaa characteristics (lakshanas) and usage (prayogas).
  • Complex Raagaa Kritis
  • Raagaa Alaapanaa: Advanced techniques, focusing on gamakas and intricate phrases.

Thaalaa Mastery:

  • Advanced Talas: Khanda Chapu, Misra Chapu, Sankeerna Chapu.
  • Tala Calculations: Advanced rhythmic variations.
  • Rhythmic Patterns: Korvai and Teermanam development.
  • Tala Improvisation: Improvisation within complex tala cycles.

Compositional Study:

  • Advanced Kritis: Learning kritis with intricate sangatis and chittaswarams.
  • Complex Compositions: Introduction to ragamalikas and complex tillanas. Compositions: Swathi Thirunal’s Ragamalika’s, and complex Thillanas.

Manodharma Introduction:

    • Neraval: Introduction to Neraval in complex ragas and talas.
    • Kalpanaswaram: Basic Kalpanaswaram techniques in advanced ragas.

Level 2: Manodharma & Improvisation (Concise)

  • Manodharma:
    • Advanced Neraval & Kalpanaswaram.
    • Introduction to RTP & Tri kaalam.
    • Focus: Varali & Kalyani.
  • Raagaa/Thaalaa:
    • Advanced raagaa nuances & complex gamakas.
    • Advanced thaalaa improvisation.
    • Focus: Ranjani & ShreeRanjani.
  • Performance:
    • Stage presence & vocal control.
    • Concert format training.
  • Compositions:
    • Rare kritis & complex rhythms.
    • Papanasam Sivan kritis focus.

Level 3: Performance Mastery (Concise)

  • RTP Mastery:
    • Advanced RTP techniques.
    • Complex Pallavi & Ragamalika RTP.
    • Focus: Thodi & Bhairavi.
  • Improvisation:
    • Advanced Layam & rhythmic patterns.
    • Spontaneous creativity.
  • Performance Artistry:
    • Stagecraft & presentation.
    • Unique artistic style.
  • Advanced Repertoire:
    • Rare compositions & complex Raagaas.

Fee Structure

Group (5 students) - India

Age criteria - 5 years to 25 years
Level 1, 2, 3 - 1600₹
​Level 4, 5, 6 - 2600₹
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​​One - on - one session - India

Age criteria - 5 to 19 years
Level 1 to 3 - 3600₹
Level 4 to 6 - 4200₹

Age criteria - 20 years and above
​All levels - 4500₹
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​​One - on - one session - Abroad

Age criteria - 5 years to 45 years​​
Level 1, 2, 3 - 4500₹
Level 4, 5, 6 - 6000₹
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Please note: Carnatic music students must attend at least 8 classes monthly
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(updated feb, 2025)

Group (3 students)
India Students only

Age criteria - 8 years and above​​
Level 1, 2, 3 - 3800₹
​Level 4, 5 - 4800₹
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One - on - one session - India

Age criteria - 8 years and above
Level 1 to 3 - 4500₹
Level 4 to 6 - 5000₹

​​One - on - one session - Abroad

Age criteria - 8 years and above
Level 1, 2, 3 - 6500₹
Level 4, 5 - 8000₹

Please note: Carnatic music students must attend at least 8 classes monthly.

(updated feb, 2025)

​​One - on - one session - Abroad

Age criteria - 15 years and above
All levels - Per session 2000₹

Please note: Carnatic music students must attend at least 8 classes monthly.

(updated feb, 2025)

Group batch only
Wednesday and Saturday 6 PM - 7 PM

​Age criteria - 5 years to 20 years
1200₹ per month

Age criteria - 21 years and above
1500₹ per month

Please note: Carnatic music students must attend at least 8 classes monthly

Carnatic Music Teachers

Miss. Aadharshini Madhanagopal
Mrs. Bhargavi Guruprasad
Mrs. Shree Ranjani