Carnatic Classical Music

Rinu
Varghese

Vocalist · Guru · Performer

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With over two decades of dedicated practice and teaching, Rinu brings the timeless depth of Carnatic music to students of all ages and levels — from beginners learning swaras to advanced students mastering complex ragas.

Beginner Friendly Online & In-person All Ages Welcome

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Curriculum

What You Will Learn

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Foundation & Swaras

Sarali varisai, janta varisai, sapta-taala alankaaraas — building a strong musical foundation with correct shruti and laya from day one.

Beginners

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Geethams & Swarajathis

Learning classical compositions that introduce students to raga grammar, tala systems, and melodic expression.

Intermediate

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Varnams

Mastering ata and adi tala varnams — the gold standard for developing voice, speed, and intricate sangati skills.

Intermediate+

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Kritis & Raga Exploration

Deep study of compositions by Thyagaraja, Muthuswami Dikshitar, Syama Sastri and other stalwarts. Understanding raga bhava and sangatis.

Advanced

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Manodharma Sangeetam

Improvisation — raga alapana, niraval, and kalpanaswara. The art of expressing your musical personality freely.

Advanced

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Notating Film & Light Music

Learning to read, write, and notate film songs and light music — bridging classical foundations with contemporary musical expression.

All Levels

Years Teaching

Students Taught

Concerts & Programmes

A Lifelong Journey
in Carnatic Music

Rinu Varghese began his training under the legendary guru Shri. Veliyam Hariharan & Smt. Sukumari Hariharan, later graduating from the prestigious Shri Swathi Thirunal College of Music. He has performed across many sabhas. Rinu is also an accomplished music composer, who has composed devotional, albums and carnatic compositions. He has a thriving youtube channel Raga Mentor with aroud 85k subscribers.

His teaching philosophy is rooted in patience, precision, and joy. Whether you're a child just discovering music or an adult rekindling a childhood love for singing, Rinu tailors lessons to each student's pace and goal.

Group classes and one-on-one classes are available in-person and online via Zoom, making it accessible to students worldwide.

Mayamalavagowla Shankarabharanam Kalyani Kambhoji Todi Bhairavi Begada Sahana Hindolam Hamsadhwani