Sreerama Centre of Performing Arts (R) Presents
Veena Tattva
Prakashika VI
6th International Veena Conference
Theme: Exploring Veena's Science: Beyond Just Melodies
3 Days of Immersion
30 Jan - 1 Feb 2026
MES Kalavedi
Malleswaram, Bengaluru
Absolutely FREE
Open to all enthusiasts
Holistic Format
Concerts • Research • Workshops
Exploring Veena's Science:
Beyond Just Melodies
This year's conference embarks on an extraordinary exploration— delving deep into the scientific dimensions of veena playing while never losing sight of the instrument's spiritual essence. We ask: What happens in the body when fingers pluck strings? How does the brain process veena's complex gamakas? What can modern acoustic science reveal about why certain fret positions produce such profound emotional effects?
VTP VI brings together an unprecedented assembly of knowledge: veteran maestros who carry decades of embodied wisdom, medical researchers mapping veena's physiological effects, musicologists analyzing Dikshitar's raganga ragas, and students eager to synthesize these multiple ways of knowing.
This is not merely a conference—it is a celebration, an inquiry, and a transmission. Join us.
In Sacred Remembrance
Vainika Gayaka
Sri Muthuswamy Dikshitar
250th Year Celebration
The trinity composer whose veena compositions and raganga ragas remain foundational to the Carnatic repertoire.
Padmashree Awardee
Dr. Ra. Satyanarayana
Centenary Celebration
Pioneering musicologist whose scholarship shaped modern understanding of Carnatic music traditions.
"Through honoring these luminaries, we maintain living connection with the lineage that sustains us."
Conference President
Vidwan Parthasarathy
Sri Padma Vainika Vibhushana
A distinguished maestro known for his purity of style and profound understanding of the laya aspects of the instrument.
Honoring Excellence
Vidushi Suma Sudhindra
Sri Padma Vainika Bhushana
Vidushi Geetha Ramanand
Sri Padma Vainika Ratna
New Publications by
Vidwan Prashanth Iyengar
Two landmark books exploring the philosophical and historical depths of Karnataka Sangeetha. Launching Day 1 during Inauguration.
Shri Tyagaraja Tattva Vaibhavam
A deep dive into the spiritual philosophy of the saint composer.
The Karnataka Music Genesis
Tracing the origins and evolution of the southern classical system.
Three Days, Three Journeys
A curated progression of concerts, research, and rituals.
- Grand Inauguration & Blessings
- Dual Book Launch
- Opening Concert: Veena Nada Tarangini
- Veena in Vedas Presentation
- Gamaka Analysis in Pancharatna
- 5 Concerts exploring aesthetics
- Dikshitar's Raga Grammar
- Heart Rate Variability Research
- Raganga Ragas Exploration
- Students' Showcase Concert
- Grand Valedictory & Awards
Advancing Veena Scholarship
Bridging ancient texts with modern science.
Dr. R.S. Nandakumar
Day 2 • 11:20 AM
Veena Vedavangmaya - Veena in Vedas
Exploring the veena's sacred origins in Vedic literature and ritual contexts.
Dr. R.S. Jayalakshmi
Day 2 • 2:00 PM
Gamaka Prayoga in Pancharatna Krithis
Revealing the secrets of ornamentation in Tyagaraja's masterpieces through lecture-demo.
Dr. Prashanth Srinivasan
Day 3 • 2:00 PM
Effect of Veena Music on Heart Rate
Groundbreaking medical research presentations demonstrating physiological effects.
Detailed Programme
Inauguration & Book Launch
Grand opening with divine blessings by Avadoota Shri. Dinesh Guruji. Launch of two titles by Vid. Prashanth Iyengar.
Veena Nada Tarangini
Veena: Chi. Sreerama Iyengar MP • Mridangam: Vid. Rajapuram Karthik • Ghatam: Vid. Uttam Shantharaju
Concert
Veena: Vid. Shubha Santosh • Mridangam: Vid. Sunil Subrahmanya
Veena in Vedas
Dr. R.S. Nandakumar
Concert
Veena: Vid. Rakshita Ramesh • Mridangam: Vid. B S Prashanth
Gamaka in Pancharatna Krithis
Dr. R.S. Jayalakshmi
Concert
Veena: Vid. Charulatha Chandrasekhar
Concert
Veena: Vid. Anantapadmanabhan • Mridangam: Vid. G.S Nagraj
Awardee Concert (Bhushana)
Veena: Vid. Suma Sudhindra • Mridangam: Vid. B C Manjunath
Heart Rate Variability Study
Dr. Prashanth Srinivasan
President's Concert (Vibhushana)
Veena: Vid. Parthasarathy • Mridangam: Vid. Phanindra Bhaskara
Valedictory & Awards Ceremony
Conferring titles on Vid. Parthasarathy, Vid. Suma Sudhindra, and Vid. Geetha Ramanand.
Venue & Logistics
MES Kalavedi
MES Kalavedi stands as one of Bengaluru's premier cultural institutions, located in the historic Malleswaram neighborhood. Designed for classical music acoustics.
Malleswaram, 15th Cross
Bengaluru - 560003
Practical Details
- Entry is Free
Open to all enthusiasts. No registration required.
- Food Provided
Complimentary lunch (Days 2 & 3) and dinner (all days).
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