Artium Academy

Music Classes for Kids & Adults in Chennai

  • Google rating 4.8 out of 5
  • Starts at ₹475 per class
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A Globally Recognised Music Institution.

Artium brings together musical expertise, academic rigour, recognised standards and years of music experience to offer quality music classes in Chennai.

  • Sonu Nigam, Patron-in-chief and Faculty Head for Hindi Film Music at Artium Academy

    Sonu Nigam

    Patron-in-chief | Faculty Head - Hindi Film Music

  • KS Chithra, Faculty Head for South Indian Film Music at Artium Academy

    KS Chithra

    Faculty Head · South Indian Film Music

  • Aruna Sairam, Faculty Head for Carnatic Music at Artium Academy

    Aruna Sairam

    Faculty Head · Carnatic Music

  • Ananth Vaidyanathan, Chief of Pedagogy for Voice Training at Artium Academy

    Ananth Vaidyanathan

    Chief of Pedagogy · Voice Training

  • Shubha Mudgal, Faculty Head for Hindustani Classical at Artium Academy

    Shubha Mudgal

    Faculty Head · Hindustani Classical

  • Aneesh Pradhan, Faculty Head for Tabla at Artium Academy

    Aneesh Pradhan

    Faculty Head · Tabla

  • Louiz Banks, Faculty Head for Keyboard at Artium Academy

    Louiz Banks

    Faculty Head · Keyboard

  • Raju Singh, Faculty Head for Guitar at Artium Academy

    Raju Singh

    Faculty Head · Guitar

  • Gino Banks, Faculty Head for Drumming at Artium Academy

    Gino Banks

    Faculty Head · Drums

  • 1000+Expert Teachers
  • 50,000+Learners across the world
  • 2 MillionClasses conducted

Redefining what a Music Academy in Chennai is

  • Learners at keyboards and in a vocal class at an Artium centre

    Personalised 1:5 group classes

    Designed for focused attention on every student

    • State of the art classrooms
    • Dedicated teacher
    • Shaped around learners’ skill level & pace
    • Instruments available in the classroom
  • Three Artium teachers singing and playing guitar and keyboard

    Expert Teachers

    Trained to focus on your learning needs

    • Trained at world’s leading music institutions
    • Avg 10+ years of teaching experience
    • Active performers and recording artists
    • Trained in modern teaching methodology
    • Patient, encouraging, and passionate
  • A learner holding her music certificate, with the Artium, Trinity, ABRSM and RSL marks

    Global Certifications & Structured Curriculum

    For Artium, Trinity, ABRSM, RSL and all graded examinations

    • Ofqual Accredited
    • Earn UCAS Points
    • Graded certification of your choice
    • Curated by maestros in the Artium Academic Board
  • A boy at a keyboard and a girl singing into a microphone

    Performance Opportunities

    Learn & Perform with your peers

    • Dedicated performance space in the centre
    • Community performances
    • Encouraging and moderated events
    • Classes designed to build confidence in performance
  • The Artium app's practice studio with a practice plan and a progress report

    Practice Studio

    Guided Practice with AI Feedback

    • Personalised daily Practice Plan
    • Guided Practice material for learning
    • Instant AI feedback to keep learners on the right track
    • Comprehensive Feedback from teachers on practice sessions

Learning Experience at Artium Academy

Group Classes, Performance Opportunities, Masterclasses, Jam Sessions. Events & More

  • KS Chithra on stage at Vidyarambham with young learners at Artium Alwarpet, Chennai

    K.S. Chithra at Artium Alwarpet, Chennai

  • Learners at keyboards in an Artium keyboard classroom

    Keyboard Classroom

  • A vocal class in an Artium Offline Centre

    Vocals Classroom

  • Learners playing guitar in an Artium guitar classroom

    Guitar Classroom

  • A learner in a practice session at an Artium centre

    Practice Sessions

  • The performance arena at an Artium Offline Centre

    Performance Arena

  • An Artium learner performing at a showcase

    Showcase Performance

  • An Artium learner performing at Artium Superstar

    Our Student Performing at Artium Superstar

  • Learners and families at an Artium community event

    Community Events

  • Ananth Vaidyanathan leading a masterclass at Artium

    Ananth Vaidyanathan’s Masterclass

  • Aruna Sairam leading a masterclass at Artium

    Aruna Sairam Masterclass

  • Learners meeting KS Chithra at an Artium centre

    Meet and Greet with KS Chithra

  • Vijay Prakash at the Artium centre in Bengaluru

    Vijay Prakash at the Bengaluru Centre

Performance is Part of the Syllabus.

  • Aadishree Gaur, 14, an Artium learner from Seattle who opened Sonu Nigam's Revolution Tour

    Aadishree Gaur

    Opened Sonu Nigam's Revolution Tour, Sept 2026.

    Sonu Nigam Revolution Tour
  • Mishkha Kancholiya, 9, an Artium learner from Houston who opened Sonu Nigam's Revolution Tour

    Mishkha Kancholiya

    At 9, opened Sonu Nigam's Revolution Tour, Houston.

    Sonu Nigam Revolution Tour
  • An Artium learner: Artium OriginalsArtium Originals
  • An Artium learner: Special MomentSpecial Moment
  • Artium Superstar finalist backstage at KS Chithra's concert at Phoenix Marketcity, Bengaluru

    Shriya & Aaradhya

    Superstar finalists opening KS Chithra's Bengaluru concert.

    KS Chithra Concert
  • An Artium learner: Artium UnMuteArtium UnMute
  • Ahaana Balaji singing a South Indian film song at Artium UnMute, Chennai

    Ahaana Balaji

    South film music performance at UnMute Chennai.

    Artium UnMute
  • Maneesh Sai playing a classical piece on the piano at Artium UnMute, Chennai

    Maneesh Sai

    Played a classical piano piece at UnMute Chennai.

    Artium UnMute
  • Aaradhya Rao singing on stage at the Artium Superstar Season 2 grand finale

    Aaradhya Rao

    Won Hindi Film Under 16 at Superstar.

    Artium Superstar
  • An Artium learner: Artium SuperstarArtium Superstar
  • Vrusha Arvind singing Carnatic classical music at the Artium Superstar Season 2 finale

    Vrusha Arvind

    Won the Carnatic category at Artium Superstar.

    Artium Superstar
  • Geetha Janani singing Western vocals on stage at the Artium Superstar Season 2 finale

    Geetha Janani

    Won Western Vocals Under 16 at Superstar.

    Artium Superstar
  • Saina Padhi singing Hindustani classical music at the Artium Superstar Season 2 finale

    Saina Padhi

    Hindustani Classical winner at Artium Superstar.

    Artium Superstar
  • An Artium learner: Online ShowcaseOnline Showcase
  • An Artium learner: Community ShowcaseCommunity Showcase
  • An Artium learner: First AHA momentFirst AHA moment

Learners & Parents on Artium.

Thousands of proud learners and parents. One community built on music.

“When we first joined Artium, we were unsure of what to expect. However, the supportive staff at Artium quickly put our concerns to rest. Ananth Sir wanted to personally guide Aliyah with special classes to help her perform confidently on stage. I’m truly grateful to him and Artium.”

AliyahShared by her mother

What happens in your
Centre Visit

A personalised trial class at your nearest Artium centre, with an expert teacher

  1. A teacher with learners at keyboards in an Artium classroom

    Meet your teacher

    A certified Artium teacher understands your goals and current level.

    Goals noted

  2. Learners playing guitar in an Artium classroom

    Try a short class

    Play or sing in a real classroom, with the instruments ready.

    Real classroom

  3. A learner singing on the performance stage at an Artium centre

    Tour the centre & performance arena

    See where learners rehearse and perform their showcases.

    Arena tour

  4. Leave with a learning plan

  1. A teacher with learners at keyboards in an Artium classroom

    Meet your teacher

    A certified Artium teacher understands your goals and current level.

    Goals noted

  2. Learners playing guitar in an Artium classroom

    Try a short class

    Play or sing in a real classroom, with the instruments ready.

    Real classroom

  3. A learner singing on the performance stage at an Artium centre

    Tour the centre & performance arena

    See where learners rehearse and perform their showcases.

    Arena tour

  4. Leave with a learning plan

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A young Artium learner singing at a microphone on stage

Your musical journey starts with one trial class.

Begin your musical journey, at any age, with music classes built for measurable outcomes.

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Frequently asked questions.

What makes Artium different, how classes work, and what you earn along the way.

Artium Academy Chennai has two offline centres. Artium Academy Alwarpet is at No 9/5, Ground Floor, Seethammal Colony, 2nd Cross Street, Alwarpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600018. Artium Academy Thoraipakkam is at Sr. No. 30/4 1A1B, 200 Feet Radial Rd, Sri Sai Nagar, Thoraipakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600097. Whether you are looking for music classes in Alwarpet or in Thoraipakkam, there is a music academy in Chennai close to you.

Start with what you want to play or sing, and how much time you can give each week. Look for a structured curriculum, qualified teachers, regular feedback and a free trial before you commit. Whether you want singing classes in Alwarpet, keyboard classes in Chennai or an instrument you have always wanted to play, a trial class at our Alwarpet or Thoraipakkam centre helps you find the right course and level with a teacher's guidance.

Most beginners can play simple songs within a few months of regular classes and practice, and reach an intermediate level in one to two years. If you want to learn guitar in Chennai, look for guitar classes in Chennai that build technique, rhythm and timing step by step, with regular assessments so you can see your progress. The best guitar classes in Chennai also use songs you enjoy, which keeps you practising.

Yes. Music is a skill, and like any skill it grows with good teaching and regular practice. Pitch, rhythm and finger control all improve with the right exercises, whatever your starting point. Whether you join Chennai guitar classes, piano classes in Chennai or singing lessons, a teacher who breaks each skill into small steps helps you progress faster than you might expect.

Good singing classes in Chennai work on breath control, pitch, range and expression, with a teacher correcting you as you sing. Vocal classes in Chennai also differ by style, so it helps to know whether you are drawn to Carnatic music, Tamil film songs or Western vocals. If you are comparing western vocal classes in Chennai or Carnatic singing classes in Chennai, a free trial is the easiest way to see which style suits your voice.

Chennai has a rich tradition of Carnatic music schools, so look for one that combines strong foundations with a clear path forward. Good Carnatic classes in Chennai start with swaras, sarali varisai and alankarams, then move to varnams, kritis and manodharma. Artium Academy's Carnatic curriculum is led by Aruna Sairam, Faculty Head for Carnatic Music, with graded levels so you can track your progress.

There is no wrong age to start learning music. Children build strong foundations early, teens develop skills for performance and exams, and adults often learn faster than they expect because they practise with purpose. If you have been searching for music classes for adults near me, ask about adult batches when you book your free trial at the Alwarpet or Thoraipakkam centre.

No. Most learners start with no training at all. Your teacher starts at your level, whether you are picking up a guitar for the first time or building on years of Carnatic training. Beginners get a clear plan from the first class, and experienced learners are placed at the right stage of the course.

Artium Academy's curriculum is shaped by maestros like KS Chithra, Aruna Sairam and Sonu Nigam, and it is followed by 50,000+ learners worldwide. At our Chennai centres, you also get a performance arena, regular masterclasses, performance opportunities and graded exams with Artium, Trinity, RSL and ABRSM. That mix of structure, certification and stage time is why many families choose Artium Academy over other Carnatic music schools in Chennai.

Book a free trial class on this page, choose your course and pick a slot at Alwarpet or Thoraipakkam. The trial gives you time with a teacher, a walkthrough of the performance arena and a clear plan for your next steps.

About Artium Academy Chennai

The Music Academy Chennai Families Trust

Artium Academy Chennai brings the curriculum followed by 50,000+ learners worldwide to two centres, in Alwarpet and Thoraipakkam. Shaped by maestros like KS Chithra, Aruna Sairam and Sonu Nigam, it gives every learner a structured path, regular assessments and recognised certification. Artium Academy Alwarpet is close to Mylapore, Teynampet and T Nagar, while Artium Academy Thoraipakkam serves families along OMR. If you have been comparing music schools near me, both centres are easy to reach.

Carnatic Music Classes in Chennai

Chennai is the home of Carnatic music, and our Carnatic classes in Chennai honour that tradition. Learners build strong foundations in swaras, sarali varisai and alankarams, then progress to varnams, kritis and manodharma, under a curriculum led by Aruna Sairam. Whether you are a beginner or looking for Carnatic singing classes in Chennai to deepen years of training, graded levels help you see your progress at every stage.

Singing Classes in Chennai, in Every Style

Artium Academy's vocal curriculum spans Carnatic music, Tamil film songs and Western vocals. Our vocal classes in Chennai work on breath control, pitch, range and expression, with a teacher correcting you as you sing. From singing classes in Alwarpet to western vocal classes in Chennai, a free trial helps you find the style that suits your voice. Many learners who search for singing lessons near me start with no training at all.

Guitar, Piano and Keyboard Classes in Chennai

Artium Academy's instrument courses cover guitar, piano and keyboard, taught step by step from your first notes to confident playing. If you want to learn guitar in Chennai, our guitar classes build chords, strumming, rhythm and technique through songs you enjoy. Piano classes in Chennai and keyboard classes in Chennai cover music reading, technique and pieces across styles, with graded exams available through Artium, Trinity, RSL and ABRSM. If you have been searching for guitar classes near me, ask about the instrument courses running at your nearest centre when you book your free trial.

Music Classes in Chennai for Kids, Teens and Adults

Artium Academy welcomes learners at every stage. Children build strong foundations, teens prepare for performances and exams, and adults return to music with purpose. Every learner gets a clear plan, regular feedback and progress tracking on the Artium Academy app, and can perform at Artium Showcase and Artium Superstar. That mix of structure and stage time is why families see Artium Academy as the best music academy in Chennai, and why learners choose it for the best guitar classes in Chennai.

Book a Free Trial at Alwarpet or Thoraipakkam

Visit Artium Academy Alwarpet at No 9/5, Ground Floor, Seethammal Colony, 2nd Cross Street, Alwarpet, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600018, or Artium Academy Thoraipakkam at Sr. No. 30/4 1A1B, 200 Feet Radial Rd, Sri Sai Nagar, Thoraipakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600097. Book a free trial class to meet a teacher, see the performance arena and get a clear plan for your next steps. It is the easiest way to find the right music classes in Chennai for you or your child.