Who is the father of carnatic music?

Western music is best. And u know that music is a universal language. But both r good. If u r a beginner its good to choose western music (staff notes music)

Carnatic music's smaller audience and perceived niche status, coupled with its more structured and vocal-centric nature.

its relevance today is a subject of debate, with some arguing that it's the core of the art form, while others see it as a source of inspiration or a tradition that can be practiced without strict devotion.

First of all a teacher should be able to teach every thing that will be asked by the students.So he or she should be well learned in the subject and have good command on it.A teacher should be sincere in teaching the subject to the student.

Well, pointing out an age range might be unfair here yet I would say ‘from childhood’. Carnatic music is an ocean. The joy you get from learning is enormous. :) Moreover , things that you...