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.

Dr. Nagamani Srinath pioneered the archiving of over 500 hours of structured Carnatic music instruction, preserving the Gurukula tradition for future generations.

At a Glance

50+ Years of Teaching Experience
Founder President: Sunaada Cultural Centre (1983)
500+ Hours of Structured Carnatic Music Lessons
Educational Series: Gurukula & Sangeetha Saadhane
Teaching: From Beginners to Advanced Performers
Learning Modes: Traditional Gurukula & Online Instruction

For over four decades, Dr. Nagamani Srinath has dedicated herself to the teaching and propagation of Carnatic music. As a Professor, Head of the Department of Music, mentor and guru, she has trained generations of students while preserving the traditional Gurukula method of learning through scholarship, personal instruction and innovative educational initiatives. Among her most significant contributions is the creation of the Gurukula (DVD) and Sangeetha Saadhane (CD) learning series, comprising over 500 hours of structured instructional material that guides students from foundational lessons to advanced concepts of Carnatic music.

Sunaada Cultural Center

Founded in 1983, Sunaada Cultural Center was established with the vision of preserving and propagating Carnatic music through the traditional Gurukula system. Through regular classes, workshops, lecture demonstrations, thematic concerts and academic programmes, the Centre has nurtured generations of students while fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Carnatic music.

Karnataka Kalashree Award (2024–25) for the Best Institution presented by the Karnataka Sangeetha Nritya Academy

In recognition of Sunaada Cultural Center's outstanding contribution to music education.

Sunaada Cultural Center Capmus
Sunaada Cultural Center's campus is in Bangalore. The campus has been the center of music excellence for over four decades now,
Karnataka Kalashree for Sunaada Cultural Center
Dr. Nagamani Srinath receving the prestigious Karnataka Kalashree on behlf of Sunaada Cultural Center in 2024.
Students at the Sunaada Cultural Center
Dr. Nagamani Srinath with her disciples at Sunaada Cultural Center
Workshop at Sunaada Cultural Center
Violin maestro Lalgudi G. Jayaraman conducting a workshop organized by Suaada Cultural Center.
Dr. Nagamani Srinath directing a musical feature
This photograph features the disciples of Dr. Nagamani Srinath during a musical production directed and orchestrated by her.

Gurukula Learning Series

One of Dr. Nagamani Srinath's most significant contributions to Carnatic music education is the creation of the Gurukula (Audio-Visual DVD) and Sangeetha Saadhane (Audio CD) learning series.

Comprising over 500 hours of carefully structured instructional material, this comprehensive educational project guides students from foundational lessons to advanced concepts of Carnatic music. Covering practical training, musicology, notation, lecture demonstrations and creative aspects such as rāga ālāpana, neraval, kalpanā swaras and pallavi, the series recreates the experience of learning directly from a guru while making quality instruction accessible to students across the world. Widely appreciated by learners and teachers alike, it stands as one of Prof. Dr. Nagamani Srinath's most enduring contributions to the preservation and propagation of Carnatic music.

Mentor & Guru