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Learn How To Play
Mridanga
To Play
Mridanga
Learn traditional techniques through a clear, step-by-step system — developing rhythm, control, and musical fluency from the basics to kirtan-ready playing!
Something For Everyone
Whether you’re new to the mridanga or already experienced, we offer lessons for every level. Even if you don’t have have any experience.
Start with the basics or refine your skills with advanced techniques.
Learn With Confidence
Step into mridanga learning with proper guidance and a clear, structured approach. Build confidence from your very first lesson and check out our free demo session to get started!
Personalized
Mridanga Lessons
from Your Home
Access private and group lessons online. Learn at your own pace with personalized support—all from the comfort of your home.
Discover the Joy of Learning Mridanga
Learning the mridanga offers more than just musical skill—it immerses you in a tradition rich with rhythm and spiritual depth. This timeless instrument enhances focus, discipline, and creativity while connecting you to a vibrant cultural heritage. Whether for personal growth, group performances, or pure joy, mastering the mridanga enriches your musical journey and nurtures your inner expression.
Get to Know Your Teacher
I started learning Mridanga when I was 8 years old and have been teaching since 2016, when I was 15. Over the years, I have developed a passion for helping students of all backgrounds feel comfortable starting their Mridanga journey- no musical experience needed.
Teaching Mridanga has allowed me to have the opportunity to offer courses in various countries, including immersive workshops and one-on-one lessons in temple communities and spiritual retreats. I have also been invited to play at international festivals, where I have accompanied renowned Kirtan leaders around the world in front of large audiences.
One of the most meaningful parts of teaching is seeing students grow-not just musically, but in confidence. I have worked with students who were initially very shy, and it’s been truly rewarding to watch them now play confidently and joyfully in Kirtans
12+ Years
Experience
250+
Students Taught
5+ Years
Teaching
TESTIMONIALS
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"I was the guy who thought he didn't need a teacher, who could learn everything by himself. When I met Syamesvari she opened my mind in a few days and showed me how great the world of Mridanga is. Philosophy, techniques, in a few weeks I learned rhythms that I always considered impossible to learn."
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"Studying with Syamesvari has been like a miracle. As a drummer, I felt the need to learn mridanga as an offering. Just after waiting weeks to get my drum from India I came upon Syamesvari’s Instagram. Reached out to her and before I knew it, I found myself as a student. She’s very good at listening and is patient and can work with any level student. Also, living in separate countries and studying via zoom nothing gets lost in translation. It’s like you’re in the same room with her. I highly recommend studying with Syamesvari!"
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"Syamesvari is an amazing mridanga player and teacher. Her class is systematic and very easy to understand. She picks up what I'm doing wrong and gives me a lot of tips in order for me to progress."
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"I had this belief that I could never b
good at Mridanga, because I've always
struggled so much with taal in Kirtan.
But honestly, having classes with
Syamesvari changed everything
he classes are super light and fun , but she also pushes you when needed, or when she thinks you can take more"
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"I love and look forward to all of my lessons with Syamesvari! She is such a great teacher, very patient, and makes learning mridanga so accessible. I feel really grateful to get to train with her. Radhe Radhe"
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"After starting to learn mrdanga by myself I decided to commit to regular lessons. Learning with Syamesvari is the best! Beeing a kīrtan teacher by myself I appreciate her high standards considering technique and playing hatsadhanas. Also she finds balance to push you to the border of your comfort zone and maximal improvement. Her exitement about teaching radiates through Zoom and she is constantly uplifting her students: "You can do it!" 100% recommandation."
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"We are really so fortunate to get lessons from you, the techniques and the way you teach is so wonderful and made it easy to learn, thank you so much for being here to guide us and show us what should be our mood and how we can serve with our mridanga nicely"
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"I’ve always been wanting to play the mridanga for kirtans. I learned one beat but was not able to progress further, and actually gave up the idea of being able to play. Then I came across Syamesvari and I decided to give it another try! She is genuinely in love with kirtan and that comes out when she teaches. She gives us the most value she can from her classes every time. Not only does she correct my mistakes, she also understands where the mistakes are coming from and teaches / encourages accordingly! I’m very grateful and I’m truly enjoying my progress! I wish I started this many years ago"
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"When I first picked up a Mridanga I didn’t even know how to hold it but Syamesvari was very patient with me and I’m amazed that I can now play along in a kirtan and sing at the same time. Syamesvari has been the first music teacher I’ve had on a regular basis and it’s really showed me the value of having a teacher to point out where you’re going wrong and to keep me motivated in my practice. She is an excellent teacher and I’d definitely recommend her if you’re thinking of learning to play Mridanga."
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