Dr. Nagamani Srinath

Recipient of the Central Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, conferred by the Government of India; Member of the Executive Board - Central Sangeet Natak Akademi; and recipient of the Ganayogi Panchakshari Gawai National Award, the Government of Karnataka's highest honour in music. Distinguished Carnatic classical musician (vocal), composer, author, educator, philanthropist, and cultural leader whose contributions have significantly enriched India's performing arts and cultural heritage.

At a glance

200+ original compositions

Original compostions in four languages - Kannada, Sanskrit, Telugu & Tamil

Original Composition forms: Varnams, Krithis & Thillanas

Music composed for 300+ literary works

Introduction

Prof. Dr. Nagamani Srinath's contribution as a composer reflects a rare synthesis of classical scholarship, creativity and tradition. Her compositions are firmly rooted in the grammar of Carnatic music while remaining musically engaging, pedagogically valuable and accessible to performers and audiences alike.

Original Compositions

Over the course of her distinguished career, Prof. Dr. Nagamani Srinath has composed more than 200 original Carnatic compositions, including varṇams, tillānās and kṛtis, in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil and Sanskrit. These works reflect a deep understanding of rāga bhāva, lyrical expression and classical structure, enriching the Carnatic repertoire with original contributions.

Musical Contribution

Beyond her original compositions, she has composed music for over 300 Haridasa kīrtanas, vachanas, bhavageethas and bhajans, creating musical settings that preserve the literary richness of these works while presenting them through the idiom of Carnatic music.

Continuing Impact

Her original compositions continue to be featured in concerts by musicians and in the repertoire of classical dancers, reflecting their enduring artistic appeal and place in the contemporary Carnatic tradition. They also continue to form part of the repertoire of students trained under her guidance. Through both original compositions and musical settings, Prof. Dr. Nagamani Srinath continues to enrich the Carnatic tradition and inspire future generations of musicians.

Connect with Dr. Nagamani Srinath

Location

Sunaada Cultural Center

No 11, Swagath Prashanth Nivas, 8th Cross, 1st Main,

Prashanth Nagar, Bengaluru - 560079

nagamanisrinath@gmail.com