Learn to Play Mridangam with Jayachandra Rao
Live Online Indian Classical training for Mridangam
New Semester begins from January 2026
Levels for every skill
Beginners
- Proper sitting posture and positioning of the mridangam
- Correct hand positioning and finger placement on both sides (valanthalai and idanthalai
- Basic strokes and their corresponding solkattu (vocal syllables) - ta, nam, tha, thom, di, etc.
- Finger striking techniques for producing clear, resonant tones
- Understanding the difference between bass and treble sides of the instrument
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Live Online Indian Classical training for Mridangam
January 2026
1 hr a week
LIVE class, Online
English and Hindi (Devanagari script)
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Meet your Teacher
Jayachandra Rao
Jayachandra Rao is a distinguished Carnatic mridangam artist celebrated for his precise, melodic playing and inventive percussion ensembles. With over 23 years of performance experience, he is highly sought after across India for his exceptional accompaniment skills and rhythmic artistry. Coming from a musically steeped family—his father, Prof. K. Raghavendra Rao, is a renowned flautist—Jayachandra holds an M.Sc. in Bioscience but followed his true calling in music, specialising in the Tanjavur Bani style of mridangam under the guidance of Trichur E. P. Narayana Pisharody.
Acclaimed for his poise, dynamic stage presence, and innovative rhythmic collaborations, Jayachandra is also a dedicated educator who has developed structured lesson plans for students of all levels, inspiring audiences and students alike with performances that are both technically masterful and captivating.
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Students Testimonials
I’ve been learning Mridangam from Jayachandra Rao Sir for the past few years, and I can honestly say he has transformed the way I understand rhythm. When I first joined, I struggled even with basic lessons, but Sir patiently broke everything down and made sure I understood the logic behind every stroke. He never rushes through classes—he listens, corrects, and encourages until we get it right. What I appreciate most is that he adapts his teaching to each student’s pace. Because of his guidance, I now feel confident performing in front of others. I’m truly grateful to be his student.
Sumaiya
India
As someone who started Mridangam with absolutely no background in percussion, learning from Jayachandra Rao Sir has been amazing. He makes every class enjoyable while still maintaining discipline and focus. Sir always shares small tips and practical exercises that make a big difference in technique. Even when I make mistakes, he explains things calmly and shows me how to improve without ever making me feel discouraged. His passion for the art is infectious, and it motivates me to practice more. I’m thrilled with how much I’ve learned in such a short time.
Rahul
UK
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