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About ShuddhaNaad
Sangeet Vidyalay

Dedicated to preserving the purity of Indian Classical Music through authentic Guru-Shishya tradition — since 30 March 2025.

Born from a Deep Passion
for Pure Music

ShuddhaNaad Sangeet Vidyalay was officially founded on 30 March 2025 in Fursungi, Hadapsar, Pune — a city that has always been a cradle of classical arts in Maharashtra.

The name "ShuddhaNaad" itself speaks volumes — Shuddha means pure, and Naad means sound or musical tone. Together, they represent our core belief: that music taught without compromise or dilution is the only true form of musical education.

The academy was born out of the vision of Guru Shivam Kendre, a 16-year veteran tabla player and disciple of the legendary Shri Yashwant Vaishnav Guruji, who felt a pressing need to counter the decline of authentic classical training in contemporary India.

What began as a small, dedicated effort to teach a handful of sincere students has already grown to a community of 25+ active learners, with students trained across India and abroad.

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Shivam Kendre

Founder & Head Guru

đŸĨ Tabla Maestro 16+ Years 🏆 Award Winner
"Music is not just an art — it is a way of life, a path to the soul. ShuddhaNaad exists to keep that soul alive." — Shivam Kendre

Our Mission, Vision & Values

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Our Mission

To provide authentic, disciplined, and compassionate Indian Classical Music education following the sacred Guru-Shishya Parampara. We are committed to producing not just musicians, but true artists who understand and respect the depth of classical tradition.

  • âœĻ Preserve authenticity in classical music education
  • âœĻ Create nationally and internationally certified musicians
  • âœĻ Make classical training accessible to all sincere learners
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Our Vision

To become a leading centre for Indian Classical Music in Pune and beyond — a place where the ancient wisdom of ragas, talas, and classical compositions is kept alive and passed down to future generations with full integrity.

  • âœĻ Build a globally recognized classical music community
  • âœĻ Conduct regular concerts, workshops and festivals
  • âœĻ Expand teaching to online and international students
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Our Values

Every decision we make, every lesson we teach, is rooted in a set of core values that define the ShuddhaNaad identity and ensure that every student receives the best possible musical guidance.

  • âœĻ Purity — Never compromising on classical tradition
  • âœĻ Discipline — Regular riyaaz and dedicated practice
  • âœĻ Respect — Honours the Guru-Shishya bond
  • âœĻ Excellence — Striving for artistic mastery always

Milestones That Define Us

30 March 2025

🎉 ShuddhaNaad Founded

Official founding of ShuddhaNaad Sangeet Vidyalay in Fursungi, Hadapsar, Pune — with the vision to preserve authentic Indian classical music.

April 2025

🎓 First Batch of Students

The first batch of students enrolled in Tabla and Harmonium courses. The Guru-Shishya tradition was formally established with structured training schedules.

June 2025

🏛ī¸ Certification Partnership

Officially affiliated with Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya and Bharti Vidyapeeth — giving students nationally recognised certifications.

August 2025

🎤 Vocal Courses Launched

Classical and semi-classical vocal training added to offerings, including Bhajan, Bhav Geet and Bhakti Geet — under Guru Rohan Jadhav's mentorship.

October 2025

🌍 International Student Onboarded

ShuddhaNaad's reach extended beyond India, with the first international student beginning online training — marking a significant milestone in global outreach.

January 2026

🏆 Felicitation & Recognition

Guru Shivam Kendre and the academy were felicitated for outstanding contribution to classical music education in Maharashtra by legendary maestros.

Now — 2026

🚀 Growing Strong

With 25+ active students, multiple certified courses, and a growing digital community — ShuddhaNaad is on a mission to become a leading classical music institution in India.

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2025
Year Founded
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25+
Active Students
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100+
Students Trained (India & Abroad)
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16+
Years of Guru's Experience
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4
Certified Courses
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2
Expert Gurus

The Masters Behind ShuddhaNaad

Our Gurus are not just teachers — they are practitioners, performers, and guardians of the classical tradition. Each brings decades of disciplined mastery and a deep love for music.

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Shivam Kendre

Founder & Head Guru — Tabla

đŸĨ Tabla Maestro 16+ Yrs Experience 🏆 National Awardee

Biography

Shivam Kendre is a celebrated tabla player with over 16 years of intensive training and performance experience. Born with an innate love for rhythm, he began his musical journey under the revered guidance of Shri Yashwant Vaishnav Guruji — one of the most respected tabla masters in India — and has since dedicated his life to the art.

His tabla playing is marked by a rare combination of technical precision, deep understanding of layakari (rhythmic patterns), and an expressive sensitivity that makes each performance memorable. Over the years, he has mastered multiple gharana styles and can adapt his playing to both solo concerts and vocal or instrumental accompaniment.

Shivam has performed extensively across India and has represented Indian classical music internationally, bringing the art of tabla to global audiences. His teaching philosophy centres around building a strong theoretical foundation alongside rigorous practical training — the same path walked by the maestros before him.

Achievements & Recognition

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    State Level Award

    Recognised by the Government of Maharashtra for outstanding contribution to classical music education.

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    National Recognition

    Awarded at national level competitions and music festivals for exceptional tabla performance and impactful teaching.

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    International Performance

    Performed Indian classical tabla at international events, representing India's rich musical heritage on the global stage.

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    Felicitated by Legendary Maestros

    Honoured and felicitated by legendary music maestros for his dedication, artistry, and selfless contribution to music education.

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    100+ Students Trained

    Mentored over 100 students across India and internationally, many of whom have gone on to perform professionally and receive certifications.

Teaching Philosophy

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Strong Fundamentals First

Every student begins with theory — understanding sur, taal, and the grammar of classical music before moving to performance.

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Daily Riyaaz Culture

Students are guided to develop a daily practice habit. Discipline in riyaaz separates good musicians from great ones.

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Music as Meditation

Classical music practice is understood as a spiritual discipline — a path to mental focus, peace, and self-discovery.

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Stage Readiness

Students are regularly prepared for public performance — overcoming stage fear and developing true artistic confidence.

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Rohan Jadhav

Senior Guru — Vocal & Harmonium

🎤 Classical Vocalist 15+ Yrs Experience 🎹 Harmonium Expert

Biography

Rohan Jadhav is a highly accomplished classical vocalist and harmonium player with over 15 years of immersive experience in Indian classical and semi-classical music. His journey began at a young age, guided by dedicated classical training in the Hindustani tradition.

His deep understanding of ragas, talam, and classical compositions positions him as one of the most insightful vocal teachers in the region. Rohan's training spans both classical forms like Khyal and Thumri, as well as semi-classical and devotional genres including Bhajan, Bhav Geet, and Bhakti Geet.

Rohan's approach to teaching emphasises the emotional connection to music — helping students not just sing the notes correctly, but feel and express the essence of every raga and composition. His classes are known for their warmth, patience, and depth of musical insight.

Areas of Expertise

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    Hindustani Classical Vocal

    Deep expertise in Khyal, Thumri, and classical raga-based vocal performance. Trained in multiple gharana styles.

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    Harmonium Mastery

    Expert harmonium player for classical, semi-classical and devotional music, with a fine understanding of raga-based harmonium accompaniment.

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    Devotional Music Specialist

    Specialises in bhajans, Bhav Geet, and Bhakti Geet — connecting students with the spiritual dimension of Indian music.

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    Passionate Educator

    Known for a warm, encouraging teaching style that nurtures students' confidence and helps them discover their unique musical voice.

National Certifications

All courses at ShuddhaNaad are affiliated with India's most respected classical music examination bodies, giving students credentials that are recognised nationally and internationally.

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Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

ABGM — Miraj, Maharashtra

One of the oldest and most prestigious Indian classical music examination boards, established in 1901. ABGM certifications are recognised across India and internationally as a gold standard for classical music proficiency. Students passing ABGM exams earn grades — Praveshika, Visharad, Alankar — which are valid credentials for music teaching and professional performance.

✓ Established 1901 ✓ National Recognition ✓ Graded Examinations
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Bharti Vidyapeeth

Deemed University — Pune

Bharati Vidyapeeth is a renowned deemed university based in Pune, Maharashtra, with established programs in Indian performing arts and music. Certifications from Bharati Vidyapeeth carry the weight of a university credential, giving students academic recognition for their classical music training alongside artistic credentials.

✓ Deemed University ✓ Academic Credentials ✓ Pune-Based
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All students enrolled in Tabla, Harmonium, and Classical Vocal courses are eligible to appear for certification examinations after completing the required course levels. Certification exams are conducted by the respective boards at regular intervals.

The Sacred Guru-Shishya Parampara

At ShuddhaNaad, we don't just teach music — we follow the ancient Guru-Shishya Parampara, the revered tradition of learning in Indian classical arts. This tradition, thousands of years old, recognises that the true transmission of musical knowledge happens only through a deep personal bond between the Guru (teacher) and Shishya (student).

In this tradition, the Guru doesn't merely impart technical skills — they share wisdom, values, discipline, and a way of being in music. The relationship carries a sense of sacred responsibility on both sides: the Guru commits fully to the student's growth, and the student commits to dedicated, sincere practice.

This is the spirit that lives in every class, every riyaaz session, and every performance that emerges from ShuddhaNaad Sangeet Vidyalay.

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Shraddha

Deep respect and reverence for the Guru and the art

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Niyamit Riyaaz

Regular, disciplined daily practice as a core commitment

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Shuddha Vidya

Teaching only authentic, unaltered classical knowledge

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Sampoorna Vikas

Complete development of the student — artistic and personal

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"Sangeet Vidya is not passed on
through books —
it is passed on through love."

— Ancient Sanskrit saying on Guru-Shishya tradition

1000s Years of Tradition
1:1 Personalised Teaching
∞ Lifelong Bond

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