About Us
Smt. K. Veenadhari, the founder and General Secretary of SwaraRaga Institute of Music, is a highly accomplished Carnatic music vocalist and mridangist, who has been nurturing talents in the field of Carnatic music for over 18 years. With a foundation in a musically rich family, Smt. Veenadhari trained under esteemed gurus, including her grandfather, Sangeetha Vidwan Sri K. Kodandapani, the Hyderabad Brothers(D.Seshachary and Sri D.Raghavachary), Sri Sudarshanachary, K.Subramanya, K.Srinivasrao, Karaikudi R.Mani and the Sangeetha Sisters. She is also a graded artist on All India Radio, Hyderabad, known for her performances across India and her commitment to the music community.Smt. Veenadhari has completed post graduation in Arts (M.A) and MCA. She has graced numerous prestigious platforms, including Nada Neerajanam in Tirupati, Doordarshan broadcasts, All India Radio, and notable venues like Narada Gana Sabha and Karthik Fine Arts. Her live performances in women’s ensemble concerts such as Sthree Shakthi Band and Taala Vaadya Kacheri reflect her versatility and dedication to Carnatic music.
Awards & Recognition
- - Kala Ratna Award - Bharath Arts Academy
- - Sarojini Naidu Excellence Award - Surepally Ramulamma Women Welfare Trust
- - Guru Spandana Puraskar 2022 - Spandana Eda International Foundation
- - Ugadi Puraskar Award - Bharath Arts and ABC Foundation
- - Adi Shakthi Award - Syndicate Bank of India, Hyderabad
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