Teachers & Performers of Indian Music & Dance
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Name: AATMA Performing Arts
E-Mail: info@aatmaperformingarts.com
Field: Bollywood, Hip-Hop, Fusion, Folk Dance, Dance Entertainment, Dance Choreography
Location: Locations in Morganville, NJ, Monroe, NJ, Parsippany, NJ,
Telephone: (212) 464-8006
Misc. Info: To register for classes, please visit: www.aatmaperformingarts.com. Bollywood, semi-classical, folk, and Hip-Hop dance classes in New Jersey taught by award-winning instructors. Lean the basics from professional dance instructors and perform at events, showcases, and dance competitions. Our students have won first place at Naya Andaz for 2 years and have performed on stages throughout the USA. Contact Amit Shah from AATMA for details. Visit www.aatmaperformingarts.com for more information.
Name: AE Entertainment
E-Mail: AbeMusic7@gmail.com
Field: Bollywood vocal
Location: Paramus, NJ, USA
Telephone: 201-754-8223 or 201-375-3407
Misc. Info: Bollywood live Singing/Karaoke w/HQ karaoke tracks along with some Bengali & Malayalam oldies, DJ Dance, Dance Light and Sound System(s) for most Desi Events. Semi-classically trained singer & professionally trained sound engineer. Check our Facebook page/website For more details: https://www.facebook.com/ae.entertainment7 or http://ae-entertainment.wix.com/ae-entertainment, You can also search us on YouTube “AE Entertainment”. We look forward to hearing from you for your next event booking(s). Contact us for details and or bookings..
Name: Debasis Adhikari
E-Mail: debasisadhikari@yahoo.com
Field: Rabindra Sangeet
Location: Jersey City
Telephone: home 516 270 7675
Misc. Info: Debasis is well versed in all aspects of Rabindra-Sangeet. He started his musical training on Rabindra-Sangeet under the tutelage of a famous Rabindra-Sangeet exponent Sri Ashish Kumar Bhattacharya. He then earned a Gita-Bharati degree from Gitabitan. He also got training from the late Arabinda Biswas, a famous Rabindra-Sangeet singer. Following this he received further advanced training from the late Kanika Bandopadhyay (Mohordi). Rabindra Sangeet lessons are offered in advanced, regular and basic category. Location is in Levittown, NY and Jersey City, NJ. Individual and group lessons are available. Contact for details..
Name: Pranaya Akula
E-Mail: Pranaya@pranavamschoolofdance.com
Field: Bharatanatyam (Kalakshetra style)
Location: Princeton, New Jersey, 08540
Telephone: 609-789-3147
Misc. Info: www.pranavamschoolofdance.com , Pranavam School of Dance was established to celebrate, teach and preserve India’s most beautiful dance style Bharatanatyam here in New Jersey. We welcome children, teens and adults who want to express themselves through dance and also look forward to performance opportunities. Classes are available at our Princeton Junction and Princeton locations. Join us to discover the magic of dance, build your skills, make new friends and get to know our wonderful teachers..
Name: Shivaranjini Amarapuram
E-Mail: singing@shivaranjinis.com
Field: Carnatic vocal, Light music, Folk songs, Devotional and karaoke.
Location: Edison, NJ
Telephone: 732-662-1651 / 914-255-8410
Misc. Info: Shivaranjini Amarapuram a disciple of Carnatic classical perfectionist “Suvarnamma” have performed in numerous events at a very young age and also been trained in light music, folk songs, Dasarapada and Devaranama. Since I had passion for music gradually I developed to sing karaoke songs as well. Always given a creative, concentration and constructive diversion while performing and a big believer of excellence in music is the key to make this art a part of all her lives in the years to come.
Name: Sandhya Anand
E-Mail: samskrtasangitam@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic Violin, Carnatic Vocal, Sanskrit, Music Theory
Location: Edison, South Jersey, North Jersey, NJ, NY US
Telephone: 973-412-6904
Misc. Info: Sandhya Anand is a professional All India Radio graded Carnatic vocalist and violinist who performs extensively in India and abroad. She is a rank holder with Master’s degree in Music and Sanskrit. She trained under maestros Padmabhushan Sri T.V. Gopalakrishnan, Prof. R. Swaminathan and Smt. Suguna Varadachari.She has been a recipient of Senior scholarships from ICCR, Ministry of Culture and many other awards. She runs the Samskrtasangitam School of Music. She has performed with top grade artistes. She has performed and composed Music for eminent classical dancers like Leela Samson, Prof C.V. Chandrasekhar etc. More details at www.sandhyaanand.com/ ..
Name: Archana Nrityalaya now known as Archana Arts
E-Mail: Kathaknj@aol.com
Field: Kathak
Location: Main academy at 4 Railroad Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873, Branches – Iselin, Jersey city, Parsippany
Telephone: 609 309 3288
Misc. Info: Director – Guru Archana Joglekar I am senior Kathak guru, and head of Samved Exam Board established for North America. (www.madhyam.us) Web site – www.archanaarts.us Founded in 1963..
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Name: Shivani Badgi
E-Mail: shivanibadgi@gmail.com
Field: Indian Dance – Kathak, Bollywood, Contemporary, Ballet, Jazz, and Fusion styles
Location: West Windsor, NJ USA
Telephone: (609)-240-5279
Misc. Info: Shivani Badgi is a New Jersey / New York based dancer with 20 years of combined dance experience in Kathak, Ballet, Bollywood, Jazz, Contemporary, and Street styles. She has trained with guru Padma Khanna at Indianica Academy, Joffrey Ballet School, Mason Gross School of Arts at Rutgers University, and Broadway Dance Center. Offering private lessons, group lessons, and special events for Kathak, Bollywood, Contemporary, and Jazz. Please contact me for more information and visit shivanibadgi.com
Name: Pandit Jayawant Bantwal
E-Mail: Tansenhari@aol.com
Field: Hindustani Classical Music (Tabla, Keyboard & Vocal)
Location: Plainsboro, New Jersey
Telephone: (732) 927-3246
Misc. Info: Website – www.TansenharidasMusicAcademy.com. Pt. Jayawant Bantwal is a senior tabla disciple of Maestro Pt. Taranath-ji and childhood student of tabla and vocal under Pt A.K. Kumar. Pt Bantwal has received nearly 20 years of tabla training and has won numerous tabla and vocal competitions in India, while he was a student. He has been teaching children and adults for 35 years. He has rendered tabla solos and accompaniment to eminent vocalists and Instrumentalists like Pts Jasraj, Pt. C.R. Vyas, Rajan & Sajan Mishras, Vijay Raghav Rao, Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, Ustad Vilayat Khan, Shujat Khan, Ustad Salamat Ali Khan, Dr. Prabha Atre, Smt. Lakshmi Shankar and dozens of others, both in India and continental U.S. He is available for performances.
Name: Prabhakar Betrabet
E-Mail: prabhakarbetrabet@yahoo.com
Field: Tabla
Location: Plainsboro, NJ
Telephone:
Misc. Info: Shagird of Ustad Shaik Dawood Khan & Ustad Shabbir Nisar
Name: Divya Bhandari
E-Mail: divya.bh5@gmail.com
Field: Kathak
Location: 225 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ
Telephone: 302 740 2494
Misc. Info: I have recently moved here from Jodhpur (Raj.), India and I am a Kathak graduate passed from Gandharva University, Lucknow. I have been learning Kathak since the age of 9. I would love to follow my passion for dance and pursue it in this side of the world too.
Name: Anindita Sarkar Bhowmick
E-Mail: roomkey88us@yahoo.com
Field: Hindustani Classical Music, Bhajans, Rabindrasangeet and other light music in Bengali
Location: East Brunswick, NJ-08816
Telephone:
Misc. Info: M.A in music, Calcutta, West Bengal
Name: Bollywood Touch
E-Mail: dance@bollywoodtouch.com
Field: Fusion, Bharatnatyam, Bhangra, and Garba
Location: Jersey City
Telephone: 352-834-1692
Misc. Info: Bollywood Touch has done many corporate events, wedding functions, sangeets, birthday parties, etc! Some of our clients include Rebtel, Johnson & Johnson, Time Warner Cable (TWC). We’ve also been featured on B4U! For more information visit us at www.bollywoodtouch.com.
Name: Nisha Brijesh
E-Mail: Nisha.b@gmail.com
Field: Hindustani classical vocals (Beginner), Bollywood
Location: Belle Mead, NJ, USA
Telephone: 201 981 4931
Misc. Info: Greetings! My name is Nisha Brijesh. I have been training in Hindustani classical vocals for 15+ years and counting. I perform Bollywood songs (old and new) to private and public audiences of 1000+. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering. After having spent nearly 20 years as a full time IT professional in a leading IT firm, I decided to take a break from the corporate lifestyle and pursue teaching music to beginners. Since 2017 I have been teaching music to children (all ages) and adults. Visit my website: https://www.nishabrijesh.com ..
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Name: Swagata Chakraborty
E-Mail: swagata.chakraborty@hotmail.com
Field: Hindustani Vocal, and Kathak dance
Location: 2 Inverness Lane, East Windsor, N.J. 08520
Telephone: 609-371-2185
Misc. Info: Music info… Swagata has more than 20 years of classical training from gurus of Bengal (Senia and Benaras gharana) has more than 20 years of teaching experience. She is a National Scholar from M.H.R.D. and Gold Medalist from Rabindra Bharati University in her Masters in vocal music. She has performed extensively in U.S and India. She gives tranings in pure Hindusthani classical, bhajan, classical based movie songs, Rabindra sangeet, Najrulgiti etc. Dance info – Swagata in a Nritya Prabhakar from Prayag Sangeet Academy. She took training in Kathak from eminent gurus of Bengal. She has 10 years teaching experience in India and 4 years of teaching in U.S.A. She teaches Kathak , folk and dance with different songs. www.swagatachakraborty.com ..
Name: Subhamita Chanda
E-Mail: callupsm@gmail.com
Field: Hindustani Classical and Rabindra Sangeet
Location: Plainsboro
Telephone: 609-721-0029
Misc. Info: Subhamita is trained Hindustani classical and Rabindrasangeet vocalist. She is former student famous classical singer Pandit Ajay Chakraborty and well known Rabindra-Sangeet singer Srabani Sen with 15 years of experience. Location is in Plainsboro, NJ. Individual and group lessons are available. Contact for details.
Name: Calai Chandra
E-Mail: calaichandra@gmail.com
Field: Bharatnatyam
Location: Newport, Jersey City, NJ
Telephone: 201-360-3710
Misc. Info: Ms Calai Chandra, MFA in Bharatanatyam, is an experienced performing artiste and educator. She is also a certified yoga teacher. For more info: jerseycitynewport.com
Name: Aparna Chandran
E-Mail: actanjorearts@gmail.com
Field: Bharatnatyam.
Location: Edison, New Jersey, USA
Telephone:
Misc. Info: Over 10 years of experience in teaching. I have given several performances both in India and US.
Name: Jayashree Chandrasekaran
E-Mail: shreeraga@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic vocal and devotional
Location: 1249, Rt:46E, Parsippany, NJ or 108, Clover Hill Dr, Flanders, NJ
Telephone: 973-252-8477, 862-219-3726
Misc. Info: I teach Carnatic vocal music, Bhajans and Slokaas for kids and adults near Parsippany and Flanders..
Name: Vijayasri Chandrasekaran
E-Mail: vijaya@vijayadhwani.com
Field: Carnatic Music (Vocal)
Location: 360, Hawthorne road, north brunswick, NJ 08902.
Telephone: 732-709-3396
Misc. Info: I teach Carnatic music for kids as well as adults. Website: www.vijayadhwani.com..
Name: Bala Devi Chandrashekar
E-Mail: info@spnapa.org
Field: Bharat Natyam, South Asian Performing Arts
Location: Princeton, Livingston and Edison, New Jersey
Telephone: 609 430 0301
Misc. Info: Senior Student of Bharatanatyam exponent Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam, Bala Devi works on developing and perfecting a style that would be seamless and fluid while retaining the precision, power & purity of line – typical of Bharatanatyam. Bala had the unique opportunity to learn the angas, charis nrittahastas, sthanas and 108 Karanas. Bala Devi teaches a dance technique translating theoretical concepts into practice, based on her guru’s research and teaching. Bala is the only North American Bharatanatyam artist/ teacher to have produced internationally, critically acclaimed Bharatanatyam DVD’s – Nandanar Charithram, MLV Favorites and KrishnaArpanam..
Name: Deepal Chodhari
E-Mail: shatatantriveena@gmail.com
Field: Santoor
Location: Elsie Dr, Plainsboro, NJ 08536
Telephone: 609 651 1001
Misc. Info: http://www.100strings.com Gifted as a vocalist and an instrumentalist (santoor), Deepal has been honored by highly recognized awards at state level from the University of Mumbai, as well as certificate of excellence from several renowned cultural organizations in India and USA. Acclaimed as a Sangeet Visharad from Bhatkhande University via Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (Mumbai), Deepal has been pursuing the santoor since the past 20 years from her guruji, Shri Dinesh Sampat. With the blessings of her guruji, she pursues the santoor with a style evolved out of gayaki (vocal), gatkari (instrumental technique) and layakari (rhythmic improvisation). Her raga renderings on the santoor have a consistent clarity of tone & vigor. The style of music compositions have been passed on from her guruji through Maihar gharana.
Name: Jalpa Choksi
E-Mail: jalpamusical@gmail.com
Field: Hindustani Classical Vocal, Harmonium, Keyboard, Bhajans, Light Music & Bollywood Music
Location: Edison, NJ, USA
Telephone: 732 806 0219
Misc. Info: Teaching Hindustani classical vocal, Harmonium, Keyboard, Bhajans , Light music & Bollywood music since 1995.
YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/c/JalpaMusic Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jalpachoksimusic
Webpage – http://jalpachoksi.tripod.com/
Soundcloud – https://m.soundcloud.com/jalpamusic Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/jalpa.choksi ..
Name: Sanjiv Chopra
E-Mail: nirusanjiv19@gmail.com
Field: Keyboard, Mouthorgan, Vocal and instrmental film songs with guitar support
Location: North Brunswick, NJ 08902
Telephone:
Misc. Info: Teach students basic concepts of keyboard and songs of his/her choice.
Name: Lalit Christy
E-Mail: lalitchristy@gmail.com
Field: Hindustani classical vocal, bollywood songs, bhajan and gazal and gujarati songs
Location: 2b, Reler Lane, Somerset NJ, 08873
Telephone: 732 485 5293
Misc. Info: Masters in Hindustani classical from Gandharva Vishwavidhyalay, 4 years teaching experience in own class in India.
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Name: DaadArts- A School of Visual and Performing Arts
E-Mail: daadarts@gmail.com
Field: Indian Classical Dance: Kathak, Folk and Contemporary Dance, Visual Arts: Drawing and Painting, Indian Folk Arts and Crafts
Location: Lawrenceville, NJ, USA. Classes available in Lawrenceville, Princeton, East brunswick. Classes starting in other NJ areas.
Telephone: 908 510 2966
Misc. Info: DaadArts offers diploma and degree courses in Kathak dance. We also offer folk and contemporary dance classes. Personal attention, small classes, kids and adults batches. No prior experience needed for beginners.
Name: Sutapa Das
E-Mail: bhsutapa@gmail.com
Field: Kathak, Bollywood, Folk, Semi Classical
Location: 150A PleasantView Dr, Piscataway, 08854
Telephone: 424 999 2179
Misc. Info: performed different Dances …Please go through attached video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAfIMgAEM_c
Name: Radhika Devrajan
E-Mail: radhikadevrajan@hotmail.com
Field: Violin Carnatic style
Location: 20 Barbara St, Kendall Park, Nj
Telephone: – 732 297 3232
Misc. Info: Smt. Radhika Devrajan is a performing violin artist & teacher based at NJ. Her gurus include Sri S.V. Ramachandran, Prof. R. Subbalakshmi, Smt. Kalyani Ramani, violinist Padmasree A. Kanyakumari and Sri Vittal Ramamoorthy. Smt. Radhika is the founder and director of Swaradhika School of Carnatic Music based in NJ. Her students perform regularly at several fundraisers, music fest as solo, group and accompanist and have performed violin arrangetrams. The school conducts annual workshops and camps with guest artists. Students also attend carnatic music exams conducted by Silicon Andhra Univ. They regularly participate and have won prizes in Cleveland Aradhana, CMANA..
Name: Rai Dey
E-Mail: rai.dey0512@gmail.com
Field: Dance – Odissi Dance
Location: Bharat Sevashram Sangha, 3490 Route 27, Kendall Park, NJ 08824
Telephone: 848 391 9173
Misc. Info: Odissi dance classes for kids (4-12 yrs). Traditional Odissi course starting from steps, hand gestures, expression, body movement, combined with yoga and stretches. I have been practicing the dance form for last two decades and have been combining Odissi with various contemporary music. fb page: https://www.facebook.com/mudraodissi/?fref=ts
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A superficial exposure to music is acceptable to most people; but there is an elite for whom this is not enough. If you have attained certain social and intellectual level, Elementary North Indian Vocal (Vol 1-2) may be for you. This has compositions, theory, history, and other topics. All exercises and compositions have audio material which may be streamed over the internet for free. Are you really ready to step up to the next level? Check your local Amazon. |
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Name: Gitanjali School of Music
Email: geethachundi@yahoo.com
Field: Indian Classical Vocal Music (Carnatic and Hindustani)
Location: Edison NJ, South Brunswick NJ, Monroe NJ
Telephone: +1 732 572 1393
Misc. Info: Gitanjali School of Music is founded by Geetha Chundi – a professionally trained classical music teacher for Carnatic and Hindustani music. She holds a diploma in classical vocal music and has a deep interest in educating people about the divine art. She learned music for over 16 years since her childhood and has over 12 years of experience teaching music. Her students have won prestigious awards too. She has in-depth knowledge about music theory and teaches kids to understand the underlying theory. She has several performances and accolades to her credit. She has a deep interest in teaching music and educating people about the divine art.
Name: Manoj Govindraj
E-Mail: manmusical9@gmail.com
Field: Hindustani-Vocal
Location: 530 Cinder Road, Edison, NJ 08820
Telephone: 732-910-1156
Misc. Info: Founder director of Swarras School Of MusicWebsite: http://www.swar-ras.com ..
Name: Waheed Gul
E-Mail: awaazgroupusa@gmail.com
Field: harmonium and vocal teacher and performer
Location: Edison, New Jersey
Telephone: 786-208-3488
Misc. Info: I have 35 years of experience in Indian music. I have performed in many countries beside USA. My fee is based on the type of service provided, such as vocal training, harmonium training, basic, intermediate or advance. group training or one on one. I also a singer for ghazals, Bollywood songs, folks, bhajans or I can play for you if you are a singer and need a musician. I was the founder of group “Sur Sangeet” 1979 and “Awaaz Group USA” in 2000 I started the first ever live Indian band in USA and performed in many private and commercial shows with over 4,000 people. I inspired and trained many people over the years for singing or to play harmonium. I am happy to spread the knowledge of Indian music and keep the tradition alive. Please contact me if I can help you in music.
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Name: Heritage Arts Academy – Yoshita Chandrani
E-Mail: indiansitar@gmail.com
Field: Sitar – Hindustani Classical music and Indian Arts
Location: Princeton area, NJ
Telephone: 609 439 3090
Misc. Info: Website – www.heritage arts academy.com Facebook page- www.Facebook/NJSitar Yoshita Chandrani is Masters of Performing Arts (Sitar) , Bachelors of Music (Sitar), M.S. University, Baroda, India, and “Sangeet Visharad” from Akhil Bruhad Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, Gujarat. Former AIR artist in Yuva Vani programs, winner of the M.S. University Music Festival. Performances given in India, Kenya and USA. Classes are held for children and adults in person and online. ABGMVM syllabus offered. Repai Serevices – Complete sitar, and other string instruments repairs/maintenance offered. .
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Name: Sandhya Iyer
E-Mail: sandhyaa.iyer@yahoo.com
Field: Bharatanatyam, Semi-classical
Location: 11 Byrne Court, Monroe NJ 08831
Telephone: 609 235 9644
Misc. Info: Offering Bharatanatyam, semi-classical, folk and contemporary dance styles in Monroe, for kids aged 5 and above and interested adults. Now also offering Carnatic music lessons to children and adults.
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Name: Nithya Jaishankar
E-Mail: saigaanam@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic Vocal Music, Bhajans, and Devotional Songs
Location: Woodbridge Avenue, Edison NJ, 08837, USA
Telephone: 216-269-2502
Misc. Info: Having 15 years of musical training from gurus like Pozhakudi Ganesha Iyer in Tanjavur and Therazhandur Sisters in Chennai. I focus on teaching Carnatic music, devotional songs, and bhajans. I teach children of ages five and above. I believe that the songs should be learnt along with the meaning to make it more presentable. I also encourage kids to sing on stage in local temple performances.
Name: Sonal Jhaveri
E-Mail: Psonal@yahoo.com
Field: Bharatnatyam
Location: Jersey City, NJ, 07307, USA
Telephone: 201 204 6006
Misc. Info: I am offering B.N. dance classes for beginners and intermediate levels in Jersey City, NJ. My website is KhushiDanceAcademy.com where all my credentials are listed. I have a senior degree in Bharatnatyam from state of Karnataka. I am always looking for opprtunities to perform with other professional dancers.
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Name: Kalagangothri Foundation (Akhila V)
E-Mail: admin@kalagangothri.com
Field: Bharthanatyam (Kalakshetra Baani)
Location: Oak Tree Road, Edison, New Jersey, USA
Telephone: 646 647 7382
Misc. Info: Please visit www.kalagangothri.com and submit the form for enquiry. I teach Bharthanatyam in Kalakshetra Style. Students who undertake training with us get a certificate from International Council of Dance, Paris, UNESCO and diploma from a prestigious university from India. I teach at Edison and Jersey City at our spacious studio. “Leading a child to learning’s treasures …. Gives a teacher untold pleasures!” ..
Name: Kalamandir of NJ Dance School
E-Mail: brinda.guha@gmail.com
Field: Kathak
Location: Kendall Park, New Jersey
Telephone: 732.397.3619
Misc. Info: Kalamandir of NJ is a classical Kathak dance school located in central New Jersey which aims to pass on the rich history of the North Indian classical dance as well as the specific technique of the Lucknow gharana. Under the guidance of Malabika Guha, students undergo rigorous and enlightening weekly training with the ultimate goal of becoming mature, poised “Katthakas,” or those who tell a story. Artistic Director & Teacher – Malabika Guha, Website: http://www.kalamandirdanceco.com/
Name: Bhuvana Kannan
E-Mail: bhuvanak@hotmail.com
Field: South Indian Classical Instument- Veena
Location: 7, Cottonwood court, Plainsboro, NJ-08536
Telephone: 609-716-6409
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Name: Guruji Surendra Katthula
E-Mail: swarsaagar@yahoo.com
Field: Hindustani Vocal, Harmonium, Tabla and Yoga
Location: Swarsaagar LLC., A Performing Arts Center, 112 Wood Ave. Iselin, NJ, 08830.Iselin, Nj, 08830.
Telephone: 7 732-306-9365
Misc. Info: Music: Agra Gharana. Sangeet Vishaarad. Certification Courses up to Sangeet Vishaarad and Bhaskar Available. Yoga: ERYT-500 YACEP (Yoga Alliance of North America). Website – www.swarsaagar.com ..
Name: Vikrant Kelkar
E-Mail: vkelkar@gmail.com
Field: Tabla
Location: Dayton, NJ 08810
Telephone: 732-343-0655
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Name: Aditi Khatri
E-Mail: aditi.dance@live.com
Field: Bhatarnatyam, semi-classical, folk, Bollywood and fusion.
Location: 5200 Hana Rd., Edison, NJ-08817
Telephone: 908 463 7845.
Misc. Info: She is a graduate from Nalanda reserch centre Mumbai (diploma) and has been lerning and performing dance since the age of 8. She has been performing with guru Smt. Bhavana Thakkar (M.F.A) in many dance festivals and annual shows in Mumbai. Has been teaching dance since the past 8 yrs. Teaches groups of children 6 and above, at your residence. www.aditidance.com
Name: Hemant Kulkarni
E-Mail: info@sangeet.us
Field: Hindustani Classical – vocal and harmonium
Location: Dayton, New Jersey, USA
Telephone: 732-438-1011
Misc. Info: Teaching Hindustani classical and semi-classical in the NJ area for over 12 years. Check out my website https://sangeet.us
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Name: Sukanya Mahadevan and Shishya School of Performing Arts
E-Mail: shishya.arts@gmail.com
Field: Bharathanatyam, mythology, theater, Carnatic music
Location: Lawrenceville, NJ , USA
Telephone: 609-841-3244
Misc. Info: Shishya School of Performing Arts was founded by guru ‘Kalashree’ Sukanya Mahadevan. Its sole purpose is to educate and qualify students in the art of Indian classical dance, music, mythology and dance theater. The school’s notable performances include Rotary club, AIA’s Gandhi Jayanthi Celebration, Grounds of Sculpture, TCNJ Arts Festival, NJ, Raritan and Mercer Community College festival, Mercer County Heritage Festival, Chinmaya Mission, Carnegie Hall and the Chennai dance and music festival. This year the students have performed in many virtual programs and competitions as well. We also offer dance drama classes and Dance Classes for Adults. Shishya also has a resident classical music teacher. Guru Sukanya also recently received the prestigious Dr. Saraswati award at the Chennai dance festival..
Name: Irmeet Maini
E-Mail: irmi.kapoor@gmail.com
Field: Indian classical, Sufi, Ghazals, folk, Semi-Classical
Location: Millburn, New Jersey, USA
Telephone: 201-203-8504
Misc. Info: Very affordable lessons at 35$ an hour
Name: Matru Dance Academy- Rachana Patel
E-Mail: info@matrudance.com
Field: Bharatanatyam, Semi-classical, Folk, Bollywood (Movie songs)
Location: Plainsboro, NJ, Dayton, NJ, East Windsor, NJ, Cherry Hill, NJ, Vineland, NJ, Galloway, NJ Toms River, NJ
Telephone: 609-287-1255
Misc. Info: Matru dance academy is dedicated to promote and preserve various Indian dance arts in USA. Since its inception, this academy has emerged into one of the leading classical, semi-classical, fusion and folk dance institutes in NJ & PA. Our students have participated in various dance competitions across the country and won several accolades. For more information please visit us at www.matrudance.com or email at info@matrudance.com or call @ 609-287-1255.
Name: Mehekte Sur (Vinay & Aparna Kamulkar)
E-Mail: mehektesur@gmail.com
Field: Bollywood Live singing along with other languages like Marathi, Gujarati, Bengali
Location: Edison, NJ
Telephone: 650-773-3159
Misc. Info: www.facebook.com/mehektesur . Search us on Youtube by typing “Mehekte Sur” and subscribe to our channel.
Name: Chandan Modi
E-Mail: chandanmodi.music@gmail.com
Field: Instruments: keyboard, Harmonium, Dholak, Tabla, Dhol, Vocal- Film Songs, Classical, Light, Garba
Location: 321 Juniper Dr. Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Telephone: 856-278-7716 or 856-428-5263
Misc. Info: www.chandanmodi.com ..
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Name: Malini Nair
E-Mail: sowparnikadance@gmail.com
Field: Bharatnatyam, Mohiniyattam, Semi-Classical, Folk, Fusion and Movie Dances
Location: 1 Beekman Rd, Suite 6, Kendall Park, Nj-08824
Telephone: 732-501-8647
Misc. Info: Sowparnika Dance Academy is a distinct and unique dance institution located in central NJ dedicated to the education, promotion and encouragement of Indian dance forms. Arengetram classes for Bharathanatyam and Mohiniyattom are offered. Yearly 2 performances offered by students. A perfect platform for artists who prefer to cherish their art lessons and perform at multiple programs thru out the tri-state area. Classes for kids and adults. Boys classes for Bollywood / Hollywood are also offered. Minimum age for enrollment is 4 years. Website – http://www.sowparnikadanceacademy.com/
Name: Nandhini
E-Mail: nandhinisrinivasan2015@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic Music Vocal
Location: Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
Telephone: 201-917-6177
Misc. Info: I have learnt Carnatic music for a period of 5 years under the tutelage of Smt. Santha and for 8 years under famous papa S. Subramaniam. I would like to teach children the basics of Carnatic music. In addition to vocal training, I would be teaching them the theoretical aspects of Carnatic music. Every student will be given special attention since the classes will be taken for each and every student separately till they get used to singing. Children of all the ages are welcome.
Name: Divya Nandyala
E-Mail: swarmusicschool@gmail.com
Field: Hindustani Classical Music
Location: Princeton, NJ 08540
Telephone: 609-213-8731
Misc. Info: Swar Music School, established since 2001, offers vocal lessons for all ages in Hindustani classical music. With a Masters degree from ABGMV Mumbai, Divya is a published author of Swarika series of books, for beginner level to Visharad level students. Check out our website www.swarmusicschool.com for more details.
Name: Natya Isai Mela Academy (NIMA) – Poornima Balan
E-Mail: balan.poornima@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam
Location: 1408, Edison Glen Terrace, Edison, New Jersey – 08837
Telephone: (870) 301-9250
Misc. Info: Carnatic music and Bharathanatyam (Kalakshetra style) taught in the most efficient way by Mrs. Poornima – who holds Masters degree and Bachelors degree in music and dance. NIMA teaches her students with a syllabus-based approach and prepares them for performances. Modern learning technology with audio and video recordings are provided for practise. There are students of all age groups and from different parts of the world taking online and personal classes with NIMA. Visit the website to know what students say about the classes! Academy website – nimadanceandmusic.wix.com/poornimabalan
Name: Natya Mandir of Marlboro, Director Ragini Sridhar
E-Mail: sragini24@hotmail.com
Field: Bharathanatyam
Location: Marlboro, NJ 07751, USA
Telephone: 732-817-0247
Misc. Info: I have 20+ years of training in Bharathanatyam. My dance gurus are my mother / teacher / choreographer – Smt. Radha Sridhar of Venkatesha Natya Mandir of Bangalore and Sri Krishnamurthy of Kalakshetra, Chennai. As part of my dance training, I have been a dance teacher in my mother’s dance school for a number of years. My interest lies in imparting Bharathanatyam dance, history and theory to young aspirants. I also teach semi-classical and Indian folk dance. Beginners classes for 6-8 years old from October – Ragini Sridhar..
Name: Navaranjitha Performing Arts Center (NRPAC)
E-Mail: navaranjitha.da@gmail.com
Field: Bharathanatyam (Pandanallur style), Semi-Classical, Carnatic Vocal
Location: Franklin Park: Bharat Sevashram Sangha of North America, 3490 NJ-27, Kendall Park, NJ 08824. or East Windsor: New Jersey Taekwondo & Kickboxing, 859 US-130 N Store #4, Hightstown, NJ 08520, or Hillsborough: G&J Studios, 5 Jill Ct Ste 15 bldg 14, Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844
Telephone: Mobile/WhatsApp -732-666-4378
Misc. Info: The school’s objective is to provide quality education and training to students of all ages in Indian classical dance, primarily Bharathanatyam – Pandanallur style. The school conducts dance classes in junior, intermediate, and advanced levels. The junior training involves basic exercises and stretching for Bharathanatyam, Pranam (Namaskaram), Aduvus (steps), coordination of feet and talam (rhythm), gestures (hand signs, and movements), Abhinaya (expression) and basic theory. Exams and Certification programs are available at every level. Classes are conducted by Vidushi Smt. Rashmi Sudheendra. Please visit her website www.rashmisudheendra.com for more information. Follow NRPAC on Facebook at https://facebook.com/Navaranjitha. Website: www.nrpac.com ..
Name: Nritya Creations Academy of Dance
E-Mail: info@nrityacreations.com
Field: Bharat Natyam and modern dance
Location: Cherry Hill, East Windsor, Monroe, Westv Windsor, Islin, Edison, Marlboro
Telephone: 1-732-598-7079
Misc. Info: Excellence in technique based dance training in NJ for 17 years. Leading NJ dance academy specializing in Bharat Natyam, creative classical Indian dance and fusion choreography blending Indian classical dance with Western dance. Classes in Bharat Natyam, ballet, jazz, Hip Hop, and fusion choreography. Award winning performing troop has won numerous trophies at Bollywood and classical dance competitions such as Naya Andaz, FIA, Naach Revolution, Aavishkar, Zalak and other competitions. Highly qualified, accredited and mature dance instructors specializing in technique based dance training and creative award winning choreography. Visit www.nrityacreations.com
Name: Nrityalina Center for Performing Arts
E-Mail: info@nrityalina.com
Field: Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Tagore Style, Bollywood, Vocals, Rabindra sangeet
Location: Newark avenue, Jersey City 07306
Telephone: 201.204.6980
Misc. Info: Small group classes, individual attention towards all, regular stage shows. Both kids and adult dance classes available. website – www.nrityalina.com
Name: Nrityanjali Arts – Pallavi Degwekar Shaikh
E-Mail: nrityanjaliusa@gmail.com
Field: Structured Kathak dance curriculum.
Location: North Jersey NJ, Edison NJ, Franklin Park NJ, Princeton NJ.
Telephone: 201-203-2603 / 732-208-0990
Misc. Info: Nrityanjali Arts- a premier Kathak dance academy offers a structured Kathak dance curriculum. Classes are offered by Shringar Mani Guru Pallavi Degwekar Shaikh who has done masters in Kathak repertoire and has topped in it. She has learnt under the tutelage of Guru Smt. Asha Joglekar from the age of 10 years. Pallavi has been teaching for more than 15 years. Classes offered from 7 years of age. Special foundation course for 4 to 6 years of age. Adults are welcome too. No registration until 2016. Please contact for more info.
Name: Nupur School of Dance
E-Mail: madhavidevasthale@yahoo.com
Field: Bollywood, Folk, Semi-classical (Kathak-based) dance, Bollywood workout
Location: 666 Plainsboro Road, Building 1000, Suite 1014, Plainsboro, NJ 08536 & Basking Ridge, NJ
Telephone: 609-716-6020
Misc. Info: Madhavi Devasthale is the Director of Nupur School of Dance for over 15 years. Through her full-time work as a dance teacher and choreographer, her school has had significant achievements & critical acclaim since its inception. Regular performances at cultural events and competitions. Now welcoming new students for classes and workshops!
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Name: Gokul Panda
E-Mail: gokul_panda@yahoo.com
Field: Tabla
Location: 24 Baxter Rd, Edison, NJ 08817
Telephone: +1 732 692 8535,
Misc. Info: Sri Gokul Panda, a highly talented, young tabla player originally from Kolkata, India, is one of the new genere of tabla exponents of New Jersey who is taking this North Indian percussion instrument to greater heights in USA. Gokul was introduced to tabla at an early age of five by his father. Few years later tabla maestro Professor Pandit Anil Bhattacharya, of Rabindrabharati University and a disciple of Khalifa Ustad Wajid Hussain Khan of Lakhnaw Gharana, took Gokul under his tutorship. After Guruji’s sad demise Gokul is farther trained under world famous tabla guru Pandit Shankar Ghosh of Farukkabad Gharana. With 25 years of experience teaching and performing he has unique technique to teach tabla to kids in a one to one basis with personal care, mingling both Lakhnow and Farukkabad gharana style of tabla playing..
Name: Aakash Patel
E-Mail: patelaksh30@gmail.com
Field: Bollywood, Hip-Hop, lyrical Hip-Hop
Location: Cherry Hill, NJ
Telephone:
Misc. Info: Why walk, if you can dance? Having being trained for almost 6 years at D Virus and Tanzen dance academy (Vadodara), under the guidance of professional choreographers such as Dharmesh and Sumeet sir, I have mastered my techniques in Bollywood, Hip-hop, Lyrical Hip-Hop, Contemporary, Locking and Popping, Ballroom, and Krumping. Dancing is my passion since childhood and now it can be yours as-well, all you have to do is just take a first step and contact me for more information regarding personal dance classes. Also, contact me for choreography for various occasions.
Name: Bhavani Pemmaraju
E-Mail: swaravali1@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic and Hindustani Classical
Location: North Brunswick, NJ, USA
Telephone:
Misc. Info: Bhavani studied Carnatic music under guru Rajee Narayan of Mumbai Nritya Geetanjali School and subsequently studied Hindustani classical music under guru Kishore Kandhari of Sanskritik Niketan in Mumbai affiliated to the Prayag Sangeeet Samithi of Allahabad. She also received training in bhajans, and light music compositions. She is presently offering lessons in Carnatic music, Hindustani, light classical and devotional music in person as well as long distance via Skype. Please check my song samples at – http://swaravali.blogspot.com
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Name: Tasmiah R.
E-Mail: tasmiahdance@gmail.com
Field: Dance – Bollywood, Fusion, Semi-classical, Folk, and Dance Choreography.
Location: Monmouth County, NJ
Telephone:
Misc. Info: I have many years of training in Bollywood, folk, Bharatnatyam and Kathak dance. I hold a B.A. In South Asian Studies and have extensive knowledge on South Asian dance theory and history. I was captain of a competitive collegiate Bollywood dance team and have experience in teaching a variety of Indian dance genres to students of all ages. I am also available to choreograph solo and group dances for any of your events. I am willing to travel to you, for your convenience. Please feel free to e-mail me to obtain my contact information or to request any further information. Have a wonderful day!
Name: Sai Kumar Raavi
E-Mail: raavisai@yahoo.com
Field: Mridangam
Location: Raritan, NJ 08869
Telephone: 732 925 7271
Misc. Info: Sai has been acquainted with mrudangam since 20 years. He got his initial training from the late Sri Sudarshana Charyulu during 1984 at Hyderabad, India at the age of 11. Later he played mrudangam for vocal and dance concerts held at Hyderabad (Thyagaraya Gana Sabha, Shankar Mutt, Charminar, etc), Kuchipudi, Madras (TTK) etc. He then started teaching for few students in Hyderabad starting 1994. He got advanced training from Sri Prakash Rao (a renowned Mrudangist in NJ and was also an initial student of Late Sri Sudharshana Charyulu, and later learnt from Sri Vellore Ramabhadran and Sri Raja Mani Iyer, S/O Palgat Mani Iyer). Sai has been performing and teaching mrudangam in central NJ since 2002.
Name: RagaSpectrum
E-Mail: ragaspectrum@gmail.com
Field: Indian classical & Bollywood singing classes
Location: Jersey City
Telephone: (201) 855-6827
Misc. Info: https://www.facebook.com/ragaspectrum/
Name: Indhra Rajashekar
E-Mail: globalmudraperformingarts@gmail.com
Field: Bharatanatyam (Indian classical dance)
Location: (New York – New City, New Jersey – Paramus, Jersey City New Jersey)
Telephone: (207-730 2698)
Misc. Info: www.globalmudraperformingarts.com. Indhra Rajashekar is a dancer, choreographer and an educator, holds a Master degree in Fine Arts (MFA). Born in Chennai, India, began learning Bharatanatyam – Indian classical dance, at the age of five in the Thanjavur ‘bani’ or style. Indhra has performed on several stages in South India and at International Dance festivals and universities here in the U.S. as well. Indhra is the founder and artistic director of Global Mudra Performing Arts and has several Arangetrams to her credit.
Name: Nirmala Rajesh
E-Mail: Nirmalaraj06@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic music vocal
Location: 11 reid avenue, Belle Mead, NJ
Telephone:
Misc. Info: A professional Carnatic vocalist who has been performing and teaching music for over 15 years. Flexible timings and class schedules.
Name: Aparna Ram, Sri Saraswathi Nrityalala
E-Mail: snrityalaya@gmail.com
Field: Bharatnatyam
Location: Kendall Park, Franklin Park, East Brunswick and East Brunswick, New Jersey
Telephone: 7329837611
Misc. Info: Aparna Ram is a trained classical dancer from a 75 year old Institution in India. She has 20 + years of experience in teaching. Classes will be conducted in a studio with ample parking space. Private / group classes are offered for all age groups (5-50) and for all levels (beginners, intermediate, advanced). Special attention is given on theory aspects of Bharatanatyam also. Main focus will be on learning the intricacies of Art, improving the flexibility, strengthening and overall fitness.
Name: Sneha Ramachandran
E-Mail: sne0122@gmail.com
Field: Bharatanatyam – Pandanallur style
Location: Newport, Jersey City, NJ
Telephone:
Misc. Info: Have been dancing for the past 22 years in India, Sri Lanka. Student of Smt. Krishnakumari Narendran, Abinaya Natyalaya, Chennai.
Name: Sudha Ramakrishnan
E-mail: sudharam9398@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic Vocal
Addresses: Hillsborough, NJ | Kendall Park, NJ
Telephone: 908-304-2436 (mobile)
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Name: Poornema Ramasundaram
E-Mail: poornema.dance@gmail.com
Field: Bharatnatyam, Indian Folk
Location: 52, Gill lane, Iselin, NJ 08830
Telephone: 201-680-8593
Misc. Info: A professional classical dancer with over 9 years of experience (also in Indian folk and fusion dances) and performed over 150 programs in India. Recently moved to the United States and looking for opportunities to perform and collaborate with passionate and dedicated teachers and performers.
Name: Jayasri Ranganathan
E-Mail: KalaupasanaAcademy@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic Music, Instrumental Music – Veena, Bharatnatyam
Location: Edison, NJ, USA
Telephone: 732 516 8702 (After 6 PM EST)
Misc. Info: KalaUpasana Music and Dance Academy is an endeavor to explore and experience Indian classical arts. It was started in 2007 and is continuing its journey for more than a decade..
Name: Akhila Rao
E-Mail: apoorvanoopura@gmail.com
Field: Bharatnatyam
Location: Bridgewater, NJ, USA
Telephone: (908) 575-0933
Misc. Info: Akhila Rao is a proponent of Pandanallur-Tanjavur style, popular for its crisp execution of Nritta, with very well defined lines. Akhila blends the fluidity and purity of movements effortlessly. She has performed extensively in India and US. She has also had the privilege of participating in major choreographies by well-known artists. This exposure widened her aesthetic vision and sensibilities to the nuances of choreography. This institution is dedicated to imparting meticulous training to youngsters with a vision to impart the rich culture and heritage, holistically. Classes offered in Bridgewater Dance Studio during week and weekends..
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Name: Janani S.
E-Mail: janani_87@yahoo.com
Field: Carnatic vocal
Location: Jersey City, NJ, USA
Telephone:
Misc. Info: I have been learning Carnatic music for over 20 years and have given small concerts in India. I am open to performance and collaboration enquiries.
Name: Sonali Sadana
E-Mail: sonalibollywooddance@gmail.com
Field: Bollywood dance
Location: Edison, NJ, USA
Telephone: 518-577-9607
Misc. Info: I have experience with teaching dance to students of all ages. I am also able to choreograph dances for your events, as well. I come to you, which makes it much easier, so you don’t have to leave your house!
Name: Srividhya Sairam
E-Mail: srividhyasairam29@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic – Vocal
Location: Somerville, NJ, USA
Telephone: 908-848-3626
Misc. Info: Website – www.srividhyasairam.com. Srividhya Sairam, a Carnatic vocalist from Chennai, has immersed herself into Carnatic music since the age of 8. She initially trained under Sri Kovai Padmanabhan and Smt. Shanta Nagarajan, in Delhi. Her advanced training happened under the able guidance of Smt. T.M. Prabhavathi, senior disciple of Padmabhushan Dr. M.L. Vasanthakumari. She is also an alumni of Kalakshetra Foundation. She is undergoing highly advanced training in Carnatic music, furthering her expertise in the Art. In addition to performing all over the US, she is training students via the coveted GNB-MLV style of singing. Her major performances include Music Academy, Shanmukhananda, India International Center, Delhi Tamil Sangam etc. In-person as well as Skype classes.
Name: Parinatha Sampath
E-Mail: parinatha.vasan@gmail.com
Field: Bharatanatyam, Bollywood Dance, Storytelling
Location: Jersey City, New Jersey; New York City, New York
Telephone: 201-375-2226
Misc. Info: Parinatha Sampath is a lifestyle writer and social media manager by profession. She has worked for Time Out and Times of India, and currently writes for various websites. More importantly, she has learnt Bharatanatyam under the tutelage of Guru Revathi Narasimhan, in Bangalore, for over 20 years and has performed extensively across India, and in New York City. Having also been deeply involved in theater for the most part of her life, she has acted in several plays including The Silent Front, Panchatantra and Hayavadana among others.
Name: Meera Samtani
Email: meera.samtani@gmail.com
Field: Hindustani Classical Vocal Singing
Location: Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Telephone: 860-794-5355
Misc info: Meera has a Masters of Arts in Music with decades of experience instructing students, singing Hindi and Sindhi songs professionally, and recording music. Meera is flexible with In-Person or Virtual lessons..
Name: Sujavanthy Srinivasan Santhosh
E-Mail: sujavanthy@gmail.com
Field: Classical (Bharathanatyam), Semi- classical dancer.
Location: 204, fox hill run drive woodbridge new jersey
Telephone: 856 994 3571
Misc. Info: Am a classical Bharathanatyam dancer, who got experience for more than 18 years. I have given many performances in many countries, I have received many awards from many legendaries like chief minister of Tamil Nadu, Padmashree padma subramaniam and etc. I was also one of the finalist in Vivel Miss Chennai 2009 and crowed as “Ms. Folk” for performing a semi-classical dance. I got experience teaching students of all ages. kindly contact me for more informations on the classes.
Name: Gayatree Sarma
E-Mail: gayatree.sarma@gmail.com
Field: Hindustani Vocal, Devotional songs, Modern Hindi / Bengali songs
Location: 21 Tulsa Ct, South Brunswick, NJ 08852
Telephone: 732 609 7223
Misc. Info: Master’s degree in music from Bhatkhande Sangeet Vidyapeeth. Former AIR and Doordarshan vocal artist (graded by both institutes). Winner of award for music by HR Ministry of GOI. Winner of Gold Medal in University vocal music competition. Performs classical / semi-classical, golden oldies, modern Hindi/Bengali songs for association/ organization events and private gatherings. Has several albums of songs to her credit. Conducts music classes for adults as well as children of age 6 and above..
Name: Deepa Sastry
E-Mail: bangaloredeepa@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic violinist and vocalist
Location: Piscataway NJ
Telephone: 646 943 3323
Misc. Info: Deepa Sastry is a senior graded AIR artiste from Bangalore. She has been performing for more than 25 years as solo and accompanying artiste giving more than 1000 concerts in various leading sabhas in India and abroad accompanying many top graded artiste. She is a disciple of Vidwan Sri H.K. Narasimhamurthy and Vidwan Sri H.S. Sudhindra. As a senior violinist and vocalist, she teaches in Piscataway NJ.
Name: Vid. Bhargavi Seshadri
E-Mail: nrityaranga@gmail.com
Field: Barathanatyam (Pandanallur Style), folk dance
Location: Morganville, NJ
Telephone: 347-515-5839
Misc. Info: Bhargavi is trained in Pandanallur style of Bharatanatyam. She is a challenging performer, teacher and choreographer. She has completed her proficiency exams in Bharatanatyam conducted by Karnataka State Education Board, Mysore. Bhargavi has established an institution “Nrityaranga Performing Arts Academy” and is promoting the art, culture and tradition of bharatanatyam and folk dance to the aspiring students.
Name: Dr. Rashmi Shah
E-Mail: rashmivirajshah@gmail.com
Field: Indian Folk Dance — Garba
Location: 7305, Laurel Court, Monmouth jn, South Brunswick Township, NJ – 08852
Telephone: 732-333-8111
Misc. Info: Garba dance Trainer. Cost of the classes- $ 15 per class.
Name: Andrew Shantz
E-Mail: andrewshantzmusic@gmail.com
Field: Classical and Light Classical vocal
Location: Denville, NJ, USA
Telephone: 973-930-5335
Misc. Info: Trained in Kirana Gharana style of khyal classical vocal as well as bhajan, dadra and ghazal. Began studies in 2008 with training in both Kolkata, WB New York under Pt. Sanjoy Banerjee, Smt. Madhumita Saha. Further tabla training from Pt. Samar Saha. Recipient of the 2015 Tapati Basu Roy Charitable Trust Scholarship for studies with Pt. Sanjoy Banerjee. Classes offered in Manhattan, Jersey City, NJ and Denville, NJ
Name: Nithya Sivaram
E-Mail: nithyasivaram@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic Violin
Location: Monmouth Junction, South Brunswick Tonwnship, New Jersey
Telephone: 551-226-3432
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Name: Anusha Sivaramakrishnan
E-Mail: anusha.sivaramakrishnan@gmail.com
Field: Bharatnatyam
Location: West Windsor NJ
Telephone: 201-686-3908
Misc. Info: 25 years of training in classical Bharatnatyam with Sikkil Vasantha Kumari of Kalakshetra, Chennai. Recipient of Nritya Vallabhi award with performances at major Sabhas, Chidambaram Natyanjali and others. Classes offered on weekends for kids, teens and adults. Please contact me for more information..
Name: Vasanthi Subramanian
E-Mail: swaralaya62@gmail.com
Field: Bharatha Natyam ( Tanjore style)
Location: Multiple locations in NJ
Telephone: 908-526-0938
Misc. Info: Vasanthi Subramanian – Teacher, choreographer and performer of the Tanjore style of Bharatha Natyam. Trained by gurus of Sri Raja Rajeswari Bharatha Natya Kala Mandir, Mumbai; Teaching Carnatic music, devotional literature and other genres , having been Trained in Carnatic music under vidushi. Alamelu Mani ( Singer Hariharan’s mother) and Kalaimamani Mrs. Meera Students have performed in events across tri state . Welcome very young and young at heart ( all levels). Please check out YouTube channel
Bharatha Natyam playlist https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-pMCNbZz42arh_lW_isrAn2nRlQ3ouir Devotional
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Name: Rubina Sudharman
E-Mail: rubinasudharman@gmail.com
Field: Bharathanatyam, Mohiniyattam
Location: 25 Devon Drive Piscataway New Jersey 08854
Telephone: 609-647-5076
Rubina Sudharman a renowned classical dancer trained in Bharatanatyam and Mohiniattam. She is the disciple of Guru Pallavi Krishnan. Vedhika performing Arts focuses on teaching Bharatanatyam and Mohiniyattam in its traditional form with a structured syllabus. It seeks to sustain and develop the traditional art forms of India through the teaching and performance of Bharata Natyam and Mohiniattam for audiences of all backgrounds. Vedhika Performing arts thereby promotes Indian culture and traditions to the next generation. We have a structured syllabus and well-adopted methodology, which allows students to develop a thorough understanding of the arts through the systematic study of technique, culture and representation of Indian classical Dance. Rubina runs dance classes in Edison, Piscataway and Yadley(PA). www.vedhikarts.com ..
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Name: T. S. Nandakumar
E-Mail: tsnpac@gmail.com
Field: Mridangam
Location: 132 Jared Drive, North Brunswick, NJ 08902
Telephone: 732 763 3600
Misc. Info: www.mridangam.info. TSN’s Percussive Arts Centre was founded in response to demand from students for higher learning in the art of percussion. Since inception,the centre has presented several annual events which included performances by well known artists in carnatic music, amongst others by N. Rajam, N. Ramani, A. Kanyakumari, L. Subramanium and several others at the Shanmukhananda Hall, Chembur Fine Arts Hall and vice versa. Such events organized under the banner of TSN’s Percussive Arts Centre serve as inspiration to young students and encourage them to take to the stage. Nandakumar has Indian students as well as non-Indian students all over the globe.
Name: Taalim School of Indian Music – New Jersey Branch)
E-Mail: info@taalim.com
Field: Tabla, Kathak
Location: Main Branch – Edison, NJ. Other locations in New Jersey include Jersey City, Mahwah, South Brunswick, Princeton.
Telephone: (732) 898-2252
Misc. Info: With the blessings and guidance of Indian rhythm maestro Guruji Pandit Divyang Vakil, the Taalim School provides high quality Tabla and Kathak lessons in private and group settings. Classes are available all over NY and NJ. For full class schedule and further details, visit www.taalim.com ..
Name: Takajum Dance Academy
E-Mail: contact@takajum.com
Field: Bharatnatyam, Semi-classical/ Fusion / Bollywood /Folk
Location: Marlboro, NJ
Telephone: 732-851-3354
Misc. Info: www.takajum.com – Classes in Bharatanatyam based semi-classical dance, fusion and Bollywood dances. At Takajum we are focused on bringing the best out of each student. Importance is given to perfecting a dancer’s movement, expressions and style. Yearly performances for every student at the Takajum Student’s Day. They also participate in competitions and other events in the Tri-State area. Please checkout our website for updates on latest events.
Name: Anuradha Tempe
E-Mail: anuradhatempe@gmail.com
Field: Odissi Dance
Location: Jersey City, New Jersey 07302
Telephone: Please get in touch via email for further contact information
Misc. Info: Extensively trained in Hindustani classical music and odissi dance since the age of 5 by her mother who is Alankaar (M.A) first division in classical music, and by the doyenne of Odissi, Madhavi Mudgal. Performed on various prominent occasions in India and US.
Name: Premini Thanan, Bharatha Arangam Dance Institute
E-Mail: Bharathaarangam@gmail.com
Field: Bharatha Natyam [Kalakshehtra Style]
Location: 29 Mountain Blvd, Warren NJ 07059
Telephone: 908-462-2151
Misc. Info: website – www.Bharathaarangam.org Smt. Premini Thanan, a motivated dance teacher and an inspired choreographer, founder and an artistic director of Bharatha Arangam Dance institute, a school that is devoted to the extensive training in the Kalakshetra style of Bharatanatyam. She has been teaching bharatanatyam for over 20 years and has earned the title “Natiya Kala Vithahar”. She is committed to actively training the progressing group of dedicated students in New Jersey. Her instruction emphasizes the importance of teaching this ancient art in its pure form.
Name: Thillai Fine Arts
E-Mail: thillaifinearts@outlook.com
Field: Bharatnatyam
Location: 41 Boehmway Hillsborough NJ 08844
Telephone: 848-248-8300
Misc. Info: Thillai Fine Arts offers classes for kids to adults to train in classical Bharatanatyam – Kalashetra style. Founder Artist Director Viji Arasan has trained from guru Malathi Srinivasan and guru Chandrakala Jaganathan from Chennai. She has performed solo and as a group at various venues in India and US. Students are trained and provided opportunity to perform at special events, temples and cultural celebrations. Standard curriculum includes in-depth theory and practical sessions. Periodic examinations conducted. To register please email or call.
Name: Rekha Tirumalaimuttu
E-Mail: rekhatirumalaimuttu@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic Vocals
Location: 333, Fairmount avenue, Apt 1J,Jersey City, New Jersey – 07306
Telephone: 201 932 9451
Misc. Info: I am a trained Carnatic vocalist who has learnt Carnatic music for 9 years. Have performed in a lot of temples in India. Would love to share my knowledge in music.
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Name: V.V.S. Amulya
E-Mail: amulsreekar@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic classical, annamaya keerthanalu, karoke (old and new songs)
Location: 2710, Green Hollow Drive, 08830, Iselin, NJ
Telephone: 201-680-9773
Misc. Info: I got trained under eminent guru’s like Pantula Rama garu, Phani Narayana garu, Tirupati Anjani Kishore Garu, Hyderabad sisters. I have been singing Carnatic music since the age of 5. I was awarded as “Voice of Vizag” 2010. Typically my focus is on teaching children starting the age of 5 and higher, but other students are also welcome. I can help you develop your stage performing skills. For more details, contact me anytime.
Name: Radha Varadhachary
E-Mail: radhavchary@yahoo.com
Field: Bharatnatyam
Location: Somerset, NJ
Telephone: 252 427 2826
Misc. Info: With the blessings of her elders, teachers and The Almighty, Radha Varadhachary teaches Bharathanatyam in the Pandanallur style at Shree Nrithya Niketan in Somerset and Bridgewater. She holds a Degree in Bharathanatyam.
Name: Raksha Venkat
E-Mail: raksha.saranyssr@gmail.com
Field: Carnatic Vocal classes for kids and adults
Location: Highland Park, NJ, Edison NJ, New Brunswick NJ, North Brunswick NJ, East Brunswick NJ, Piscataway NJ
Telephone: 201-844-1758
Misc. Info: A distinguished Carnatic music singer with more than 14 years of experience. Have given various performances in India and in the US (East Coast and Mid-
west) and also an AIR (All India Radio) artist. Have started my own music school named “Aarambh” to keep my passion alive. At Aarambh, different levels (Beginner to advanced) of Carnatic music are offered for kids and adults including slokas and bhajans. Visit www.aarambhmusic.com for more details.
Name: Nirupamaa Venkatesan
E-Mail: natyam.nj@gmail.com
Field: Bharathanatyam, Carnatic Vocal
Semi classical, folk, Bollywood dances.
Location: 8 A Casey Avenue, Edison.
Telephone: 732 754 8075
Misc. Info: Sriyam Academy of Music Dance and Indian Culture is an award winning school. New students are welcome for trial classes. contact for details.
Name: Vidyashree School of Music
E-Mail: VidyashreeMusicSchool@gmail.com
Field: Karnatic Classical Music (Vocal) and Sanksrit Shlokas
Location: Edison, New Jersey
Telephone: +1-813-454-4659
Misc. Info: Vidyashree Venkataramasastry began her musical journey at the age of 6. She has learnt Karnatic classical music (vocal) from Vidushi Nagavalli Nagaraj, Shrimati Vijaya, Vidwan H.K. Narayana and Vidwan B.S. Anand. Vidyashree offers lessons in Karnatic classical music (vocal) and Sanskrit Shlokas for students of all age groups. Her web presence is www.VidyashreeMusic.com.
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