Suswara Academy invites you to explore the world of Carnatic music—structured to grow with your experience and aspirations.
Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed for learners at every stage, offering guided video tutorials that include pathantarams of the highest musical standards, meticulously curated by Vidushi Smt. Prarthana Sai Narasimhan.
What each level offers:
Guided Carnatic music video tutorials
Authentic pathantarams of the highest standard
Exposure to a wide range of compositions including: Varnams, Annamacharya Kritis, Dasanāmas, Dikshitar Kritis, Navagraha & Kamalamba Navāvaraṇa Kritis, Bhadrachala Ramadasa Keertanas, Tyagaraja Kritis, and more
Certification for every level and sub-level
Student points to qualify for Annual Student Recognition
Holistic preparation for concert performance readiness, covering:
Rāga lakṣaṇa
Tāla & laya fundamentals
Sahitya & bhāva expression
Manodharma orientation (where applicable)
Stage presence and concert discipline
Outcomes: By completing our levels, students gain:
A comprehensive Carnatic music foundation
Certification-backed credentials
Performance confidence and clarity
Recognition through our annual student honors program
The ability to transition smoothly into concert platforms with authenticity and preparedness
At Suswara Academy, learning music is more than practice—it is a journey rooted in tradition, technique, expression, and performance readiness.
Learn the delightful Nottuswarams that blend Western melodies with Carnatic structure. Step-by-step lessons help students master simplicity, melody, and bhava with precision.
Discover the divine compositions of Muthuswami Dikshitar dedicated to the nine celestial deities. Each kriti is taught with detailed focus on raga, meaning, and devotional expression.
Delve into the spiritual depth of the Navavarna Kritis, exploring each layer of Sri Chakra worship. Detailed guidance ensures a holistic understanding of lyrics, ragas, and rhythmic intricacies.
Explore the soulful Annamacharya kritis that celebrate devotion through melody and poetry. Learn authentic styles of rendition with emphasis on sahitya clarity and emotional depth.
Engage in intensive workshops exploring the Dasarnama compositions of Purandaradasa. Focused sessions cover lyrical meaning, pronunciation, and devotional interpretation.
Strengthen your Carnatic foundation with structured Varnam workshops. Each session emphasizes laya precision, gamakas, and proper rendition techniques.
A space dedicated to the timeless beauty of Carnatic music — where every raga, every swara, and every rhythm is treated with devotion. This is not just art; it’s a journey of the soul through sound.
Soulful Performances
Immerse yourself in concerts that celebrate the essence of Carnatic music — where every raga tells a story, every note breathes emotion, and every performance becomes a divine offering.
Spiritual Connection Through Music
Each composition is more than a performance — it’s a meditative experience that uplifts the listener’s spirit and connects them to the timeless roots of Indian culture.
Awards & Recognitions
Honored for excellence and dedication to classical music, each recognition stands as a tribute to years of discipline, devotion, and the pursuit of perfection in every note.
Exclusive Recordings & Releases
Enjoy limited-edition live recordings and studio sessions — carefully curated renditions that capture the purity of tradition and the depth of artistic expression.
Workshops & Interactive Sessions
Learn, explore, and grow through workshops, lecture-demonstrations, and online sessions designed for students and music lovers who seek to understand the nuances of Carnatic art.
About Prarthana Sai Narasimhan
Her Voyage Through the World of Carnatic Music
Prarthana Sai Narasimhan, daughter of Sri Pejavara Nithyananda Rao, was born into a family deeply rooted in music and culture. Her father, a renowned Yakshagana singer, provided the early inspiration that nurtured her innate musicality. Her mother, Smt.Krishnakumari, too showed a keen interest in teaching her the fundamentals of Carnatic music, laying a strong foundation during her formative years.
Prarthana’s formal training began under Guru M. Narayana. From 1996 onwards, she spent her school vacations in Chennai for advanced tutelage under Padmashri Sangeeta Kalanidhi Dr. Mani Krishnaswamy . Under Dr. Krishnaswamy’s guidance, she underwent rigorous, traditional gurukula training in Carnatic music, imbibing depth, discipline, and devotion to the art.
After completing her higher secondary education, Prarthana chose to dedicate her life to music. She moved to Chennai to pursue both her formal education and advanced musical training. In 2006, she continued her refinement under Sangeeta Kalacharya Chengalpattu Ranganathan , delving into the intricacies of Manodharma Sangeetam and Ragam-Tanam-Pallavi. She also received guidance in Devaranama singing from Sangeeta Kalanidhi T. K. Govinda Rao.
With unwavering commitment, devotion, and perseverance, Prarthana evolved into a concert-grade musician. She is married to flautist Sai Narasimhan, son of her Guru Chengalpattu Ranganathan, and the couple live in Chennai with their daughter, Sumedha. Alongside performance, Prarthana is passionately involved in music education. She has pioneered online Carnatic music teaching and has conducted numerous workshops for students across age groups. Her performances in major sabhas and festivals across South India have been widely appreciated for her scholarship, emotive raga delineation, and dignified, mellifluous voice.
Dedicated to the propagation of classical music, Prarthana has released a CD of music lessons for children and continues to inspire young learners. She is also the Director of the Mani Krishnaswamy Academy, Mangalore, established in memory of her guru to promote classical music and nurture emerging talent. A graded artist of All India Radio (Chennai), she is a familiar presence on leading television channels such as Amrita and Jaya TV. Her contributions have been recognised by several music organisations that have honoured her with awards and accolades.
Today, Coastal Karnataka proudly celebrates Prarthana Sai Narasimhan—a musical gem shining brightly in the world of Carnatic music, bridging tradition and modernity with grace.
Guru Shisya Parampara
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