SAMSPRA ACADEMY
Developing Noble Leaders
CARNATIC VOCAL & VIOLIN
Dive right into class with our expert teachers.
Our goal as educators is to spur our students’ curiosity and allow them to learn at their own pace.
Samspra Carnatic Violin and Vocal lessons are available at South, North, and West Austin locations. All classes will follow a stipulated curriculum based on the traditional Carnatic system. Summative and Formative assessments are used to transition students from one level to another.
Beginner level (2 years) - Foundation Swara exercises taught in a very traditional and systematic manner. Simpler bhajans and traditional Geethams and swarajathis are also covered in the basic level curriculum.
Intermediate level (2 years) - Begins with Varnams and application of complex gamakams which is an integral part of Indian classical music. Simpler Krithis and Keerthanams are taught at this stage.
Advance training (4 years) - More complex compositions of great composers of Carnatic music in different regional Indian languages are taught at this stage. Students will be ready for small recitals at this level.
All the levels will have performance opportunities during different community based cultural events, school recitals, etc. Violin/ Vocal Arangetram Preparation:
This class prepares dedicated students for Arangetram (Debut Concert) based on eligibility.
FUN & DYNAMIC
Group Online: 45-min:$ 560 / Term or $145 / month
Group In Person: 45-min:
$ 600/ Term or 155/month
Private Online 45-min :
$800 / Term or $205 / Month
Private In Person & Concert- prep:
$900 /Term or 225 / Month
Contact us for additional timings and locations close to you
Class timings:
Monday- Friday 6:30- 7:30 am CST
( Attend 3-5 classes/ Week)
Term fee: $480
Monthly fee: $125
Online Every Day!
DAILY YOGA
Those who regularly practice and adapt to the lifestyle of Yoga will develop a sound mind and a healthy body. One will be unruffled in any critical life situation and can work without stress or strain. The work efficiency of a person who practices Yoga automatically multiplies manifolds. Yoga has a holistic approach to life and health with no side effects.
Benefits:
● Manage stress
● Develops Memory, Concentration, and Self Confidence
● Increases Work Efficiency, Physical Vitality & Energy
● Improves interpersonal Relationships
● Therapeutic
● Helps to overcome anger, depression, addiction, fears, etc
● Creates positive attitude and success in life
Ananda is a Certified Yoga trainer. He took on Yoga at a very young age and has undergone training under different eminent masters from India in varied modalities. Learn Physical Postures, Breathing Techniques, Meditation, Relaxation Methods
Requirements: Yoga mat, Empty stomach, and an open mind.
Classes are conducted online for safety and comfort.
Online classes may continue upon student request.
HARMONIUM/ KEYBOARD
Classes will follow a stipulated curriculum based on the traditional Carnatic system. Students will learn from the basic Varisa exercises with proper finger techniques to Geethams, Varnams, Bhajans, Krithis up to the ability to perform and accompany songs in various Ragas.
Group Online: 45-min:$ 560 / Term or $145 / month
Group In Person: 45-min: $ 600/ Term or 155/month
Private Online 45-min : $800 / Term or $205 / Month
Private In Person & Concert- prep: $900 /Term or 225 / Month
Classes are conducted online for safety and comfort.
Online classes may continue upon student request.
About Teacher
Our Proud teacher who conducted Samspra's 1st classes during the school inception and an ardent supporter!
Sri Ananda Nadayogi was trained in Carnatic Violin & Vocal by the legendary musician, Padmabhooshan Sri Lalgudi G. Jayaraman and his son Sangeetha Kalanidhi Sri Lalgudi GJR Krishnan. Ananda underwent training in the Gurukula system, staying at the Master’s residence. In the Indian classical Violin playing, Lalgudi style is traditional, innovative, vibrant and a judicious blend of musicianship and technique.
Ananda is a graduate in Indian Music from the University of Madras. He has performed as an accompanist and a soloist in various programs collaborating with different genres across the globe. He has the credit of teaching Carnatic Violin and Vocal over a period of three decades in India, Middle East, Singapore and in the United States of America. Ananda has been awarded the titles Naadha Guru in the year 2017 by Antarnaada, Austin, Kalai Magudam in 2021 by Austin Tamil Sangam and Life time achievement award in 2022 by the Geeva Arts Festival, Louisville, Kentucky. Ananda also is the coordinator for Sangeet Bharati Austin chapter and the Chair person for Carnatic music examinations organized by Sangeet Bharati in America. He Currently resides in Austin, TX as a full time musician performing and teaching Carnatic Violin and Vocal.
Testimonials
Thank you Teacher Anand. We are very grateful for your kind and patient teaching and inspiring Nilani with your 3rd/4th speeds.
- Vasini and Kapilan
Thank you so much Anand Sir for working with the students patiently and maintaining their love for music.
You're appreciated more than you know!
-The Raj family, The Bharat family, & The Anil family
Our kids started classical vocal lessons at Samspra with Shri Ananda Nadayogi in the summer of 2017 when they were 7 & 5. It is a true blessing and the kids are so excited to learn the art of Carnatic music. We are so glad our kids' musical journey started with such an esteemed teacher in a great setting.
- Anitha Jayaraman