Regulated by Ofqual, the same body as ABRSM, RSL and Trinity
Carnatic Classical
Aadishree Gaur
Opened Sonu Nigam's Revolution Tour, Sept 2026.
Online Carnatic Music Classes,
Rooted in Tradition.
Live 1:1 sessions with expert Carnatic music teachers, tailored to your goals and schedule.
Trusted by 45K+ active learners across 25 countries, with pathways to Artium and ABGM certification.
Why Learn Carnatic Music Online?
More than singing notes, Carnatic music engages ear, voice, body and mind, all at once.
Focus & Deep Listening
Singing in tune trains the ear to listen closely and the mind to stay present.
Memory & Discipline
Songs are learnt by ear and sung from memory, building recall and discipline.
Rhythm & Coordination
Keeping the beat with the hand while singing gets body and mind working as one.
Confidence & Self-Expression
From a first simple song to a full concert, children find a voice of their own.
What You’ll Learn in Our Online Carnatic Music Classes
From singing the first notes to presenting a full concert. Each level has been designed to support the natural learning progression. Our programme builds on five musical abilities: Pitch · Rhythm · Voice · Repertoire · Creativity & Listening.
Preparatory Level
Ideal for Beginners12 lessons
Fall in love with Carnatic music. The focus: getting comfortable with your voice and setting the foundations of pitch and rhythm.
What you’ll learn
- Pitch
Sing in tune with the tanpura, matching their voice to the correct notes.
- Rhythm
Keep time with hand gestures (tala) while singing simple exercises.
- Voice
Sing with correct posture, steady breath and a clear, relaxed tone.
- Repertoire
Sing the foundational exercises in raga Mayamalavagowla, along with simple slokas and devotional pieces.
- Creativity & Listening
Recognise the seven notes and simple patterns like sa–pa–sa by ear.
Intermediate Level
Level up your skills24 lessons
Grow your voice. The focus: move from simple exercises to complete songs, singing with greater range, control and confidence.
What you’ll learn
- Pitch
Sing with steadier pitch across a wider range of higher and lower notes.
- Rhythm
Sing note patterns at different speeds while keeping the tala steady.
- Voice
Sing with clear pronunciation in songs across different languages.
- Repertoire
Sing geethams, slokas and devotional pieces, and name the great composers behind them.
- Creativity & Listening
Hear a melodic phrase and sing it back accurately.
Proficient Level
Become a Pro96 lessons
Sing with expression. The focus: give your singing more depth through greater control, flexibility and expression.
What you’ll learn
- Pitch
Hold pitch through faster passages and the graceful note movements (gamakas) that give Carnatic music its character.
- Rhythm
Stay steady in tala through challenging patterns and changes of speed.
- Voice
Sing with a stronger, more agile voice across different speeds.
- Repertoire
Sing varnams and simple keertanams with clarity and expression.
- Creativity & Listening
Recognise familiar ragas by ear and bring out the mood of each one.
Advanced Level
Master the art120 lessons
Become a Carnatic performer. The focus: develop deeper musicianship, creativity and the stamina to present a complete concert.
What you’ll learn
- Pitch
Sing complex gamakas and fast phrases with precision across their full range.
- Rhythm
Handle slow and fast tempos and more complex talas with ease.
- Voice
Sustain strength and control through a full-length performance.
- Repertoire
Present major compositions by the great Carnatic composers with depth and confidence.
- Creativity & Listening
Improvise through alapana (free-flowing raga exploration), neraval (melodic variations on a line of lyrics) and kalpana swaras (improvised note passages).
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Your journey through Carnatic music
Follow each level of your Carnatic vocal lessons online, from your first swaras to your first performance.
Sing a Namavali with accuracy and confidence
Your first AHA Moment
Your completion certificate
Sing simple songs with better pitch, rhythm and clarity
Perform at Showcases
Your first graded certification
Sing Varnams and simple Keertanams with pitch, rhythm and expression
Bigger performance opportunities
Level up your graded certification
Present a complete Carnatic performance
Showcases, Superstar, UnMute & Originals
Mastery in graded certification
Level 01: Preparatory
Introduction to the world of Carnatic Classical
Level 02: Intermediate
Grow Your Voice, Deepen Your Music
Level 03: Proficient
Find Your Voice, Explore Your Musicality
Level 04: Advanced
Master Your Music, Find Your Expression
How we Help you Learn Carnatic Music Online
LIVE 1:1 Classes
Designed for online Carnatic music learning
Every singing lesson is live and one to one- Dedicated teacher
- Shaped around learners’ skill level & pace
- Tools for learning Carnatic music online
- Studio quality audio with ultra-low latency
Maestro Curated Curriculum
Learning from the best in the industry
- Designed and certified by Aruna Sairam
- Get access to leading mentors in the industry
- India’s most celebrated musicians shaping the standards behind every lesson
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
Performance Opportunities
Where your child learns and performs with their peers
- Not just a music school, we build a culture of performance
- From your first Showcase to Superstar readiness
- Every course module builds towards a performance
Structured and Certified
For Artium, Trinity, ABRSM, RSL and all graded examinations
- Certification pathways through Artium, ABRSM, RSL and Trinity
- Progress tracking & insights
- Class recordings - revisit, revise and never miss a beat!
Earn your Carnatic
Music Certification.
Learn Carnatic music online with a graded programme that prepares you for recognised music examinations.
Pick your Level. Choose your Pace.
Every plan includes live 1:1 online Carnatic music classes with your teacher, guided practice in the AI Practice Studio, community workshops and masterclasses.
From Classroom to the Stage.
Artium UnMute- Sonu Nigam Revolution Tour
Online Showcase
Artium SuperstarAaradhya Rao
Won Hindi Film Under 16 at Superstar.
Artium Superstar
Artium UnMuteAhaana Balaji
South film music performance at UnMute Chennai.
First AHA moment
Artium SuperstarVrusha Arvind
Won the Carnatic category at Artium Superstar.
Community Showcase
Artium UnMuteManeesh Sai
Played a classical piano piece at UnMute Chennai.
Artium Originals
Sonu Nigam Revolution TourMishkha Kancholiya
At 9, opened Sonu Nigam's Revolution Tour, Houston.
Special Moment
Artium SuperstarGeetha Janani
Won Western Vocals Under 16 at Superstar.
KS Chithra ConcertShriya & Aaradhya
Superstar finalists opening KS Chithra's Bengaluru concert.
Artium SuperstarSaina Padhi
Hindustani Classical winner at Artium Superstar.
♪ Carnatic & South Film Vocals20 years experienceManeesh Thomas
Artium Teacher
Maneesh Thomas has twenty years of experience and a teacher training certificate in music from the Madras Music Academy. Maneesh learnt from gurus including Chengalpet Ranganathan, Vasantha Venkatraman and Annamanada Baburaj.
♪ Carnatic & South Film Vocals6 years experienceSai Bhavya Sri Tumuluru
Artium Teacher
Sai Bhavya Sri Tumuluru learns Carnatic music from the Hyderabad Sisters, Lalitha and Haripriya, holds a diploma in Carnatic music and is completing an MA. Sai Bhavya brings six years of experience.
♪ Carnatic & South Film Vocals1 year experienceDevika Pramod
Artium Teacher
Devika Pramod holds an MA in vocal music from the Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Music and Fine Arts University in Chennai, and teaches Carnatic and South Indian film singing at Artium.
♪ Carnatic & South Film Vocals5 years experienceOviya P
Artium Teacher
Oviya P trained in Carnatic music under Guru Viswanathan in Kochi and has five years of experience. Learners on Artium's Carnatic and South Indian film courses sing with Oviya.
♪ Carnatic & South Film Vocals3 years experienceLekshmi Priya P.S
Artium Teacher
Lekshmi Priya P.S studied at Kerala Kalamandalam, earning an MA in Carnatic music, and has three years of experience. Lekshmi Priya teaches Carnatic and South Indian film songs at Artium.
♪ Carnatic & South Film Vocals6 years experienceRoopa R
Artium Teacher
Roopa R has studied Carnatic music since the age of seven and has taught it for many years. At Artium, Roopa teaches Carnatic and South Indian film singing.
♪ Carnatic & South Film VocalsManeesh Thomas
Artium Teacher
Maneesh Thomas has twenty years of experience and a teacher training certificate in music from the Madras Music Academy. Maneesh learnt from gurus including Chengalpet Ranganathan, Vasantha Venkatraman and Annamanada Baburaj.
Learn from the best music teachers in the industry.
Trained at world's leading music institutions
- Average 10+ years of teaching experience
- Active performers and recording artists
- Trained in modern teaching methodology
- Follow a rigorous training process at Artium
Real Learners, Real Progress.
“Singing has always interested me, and I'm glad I started learning music at Artium Academy, where I could explore my musical potential.”
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Frequently Asked Questions.
Learn Carnatic music online at Artium
Learn Carnatic Singing with the Best Online Music Classes
Dive into the world of Carnatic classical music from the comfort of your home. Deepen your expression, improve your technique and build stage confidence with our flexible Carnatic lessons online. From beginner to advanced, our online Carnatic music classes suit learners of all ages, and our experts bring the rich tradition of Carnatic classical music directly to you. No more searching for Carnatic music classes near me: these online music classes let you learn live, anytime, anywhere.
Learning Classical South Indian Music at Artium Academy
Your Carnatic music learning begins with the basics: breathing, posture, pitch control and singing in sruti with the tanpura. Our Carnatic vocal lessons online blend traditional practice with interactive learning tools, and our Carnatic vocal training strengthens your voice through varisais, slokas and devotional pieces. Through each lesson, you build a genuine connection to classical South Indian music and prepare for concerts, devotional performances and cultural events.
Why Choose Artium for Carnatic Music Lessons Online?
Our Carnatic music lessons online are designed and certified by Padma Shri Aruna Sairam, and our Carnatic music school brings her vision to learners around the world. Learning Carnatic singing helps you build the skills and confidence to perform at concerts, cultural events and spiritual gatherings. If you are comparing Carnatic classical music classes, look for a maestro curated curriculum, live teaching, a clear level structure and a free trial. Our online Carnatic music course offers all four.
Benefits of Online Carnatic Music Classes
In our Carnatic singing classes, every lesson is personal, so training is tailored to your needs. We go deep into music theory, helping you master ragas, talas and kritis with rigour and artistic sensitivity. These Carnatic music lessons give you a strong understanding of South Indian classical music, and learning Carnatic music also sharpens focus, memory and discipline. Our online singing classes fit around school or work, so you can learn Carnatic music without a commute. Unlike many online music classes, every session here is live, and Carnatic classical music is taught the traditional way, by ear and from memory.
Carnatic Vocal Classes for All Ages
Whether you are a child or an adult, our Carnatic vocal classes give you personal attention, real-time feedback and performance guidance. Children enjoy our Carnatic music classes for kids through slokas, geethams and community performances, while adults can begin learning Carnatic music at any age. Want maximum engagement? Join our Carnatic classes online and ask questions in every session, with detailed, constructive feedback that keeps you growing.
Online Carnatic Singing Classes with Structured Levels
Our online Carnatic singing classes follow a structured path designed by experts and curated by Aruna Sairam. The online Carnatic singing course is divided into four levels: Preparatory, Intermediate, Proficient and Advanced. Carnatic singing classes online at Artium give you a clear progression, so you always know what to work on next, and Carnatic music for beginners starts with simple exercises before moving on to full compositions.
Levels of Learning Carnatic Music
At the Preparatory level of our Carnatic music course, you sing in tune with the tanpura, keep tala by hand, and learn sarali and janta varisais in raga Mayamalavagowla, along with simple slokas and devotional pieces. At the Intermediate level, you sing geethams and note patterns at different speeds. At the Proficient level, Carnatic singing deepens with gamakas, varnams and simple keertanams, and at the Advanced level, you present major compositions with alapana, neraval and kalpana swaras. This is how you learn South Indian classical music, one level at a time, and how our online music classes turn learners into confident performers of Carnatic classical music.
What’s Included in the Online Carnatic Music Course?
From breathing exercises and vocal warm-ups to scale work, talas and song practice, learning Carnatic music at Artium is supported by live feedback and expert mentorship. Our Carnatic music teachers guide your daily practice in the AI Practice Studio, and our online Carnatic lessons balance tradition with innovation, making classical South Indian music accessible and rewarding. Carnatic music learning becomes steady and enjoyable when every session is live.
Start Your Carnatic Music Learning Journey Today
If you are looking for Carnatic singing classes near me, or simply exploring online Carnatic vocal classes, we bring this rich tradition straight to your home. With expert guidance, personal lessons and performance opportunities, Carnatic music learning at Artium builds the discipline, expression and confidence you need to shine as a Carnatic vocalist. Ready to start? Book a free trial class and see how our Carnatic music classes online and online Carnatic music classes work with a live teacher.