Gopalakrishnan Ananthanarayanan

Pianist | Carnatic & Hindustani Vocalist | Mridangam Artist | Music Producer

Short Introduction
I am a contemporary musician, performer, and educator with training in both Indian classical and Western music traditions. My musical journey spans piano, Carnatic vocals, Hindustani vocals, Mridangam, and music production.

I have completed Grade 8 Piano from Trinity College London and have over a decade of training in Indian classical music. Alongside performing, I enjoy helping students develop strong musical fundamentals while encouraging creativity, improvisation, and musical expression.

My teaching approach combines technical training with practical musicianship, helping students not only learn pieces and exercises but also understand rhythm, melody, ear training, and performance skills.

Detailed Bio

I am currently pursuing a dual major in Music Production and Contemporary Performance, specializing in Keys and Hindustani Vocals.

My training includes:

* Grade 8 Piano (Trinity College London)
* 10+ years of Carnatic Vocal training
* Hindustani Vocal training
* Advanced Mridangam training
* Experience with Ghatam and Khanjira
* Music Production using modern DAWs and professional workflows

As a performer, I regularly work across Indian Classical, Contemporary, Fusion, Film Music, and Independent Music settings.

My lessons are customized according to each student’s goals, whether they are:

* Complete beginners
* Hobby learners
* Students preparing for Trinity examinations
* Aspiring performers
* Songwriters and producers

Subjects You Can Offer

Piano

* Beginner Piano
* Trinity Piano Preparation
* Music Theory
* Ear Training
* Improvisation
* Contemporary Keyboard Skills

Vocals

* Carnatic Vocal Music
* Hindustani Vocal Music
* Voice Development
* Raga Basics
* Performance Preparation

Rhythm & Percussion

* Mridangam
* Konnakol
* Rhythm Training
* Tala Systems
* South Indian Percussion Fundamentals

Music Production

* Beginner Music Production
* Ableton Live
* Song Arrangement
* MIDI Programming
* Home Studio Setup
* Composition & Orchestration Basics

Teaching Philosophy

Music should be understood, not memorized. My goal is to help students develop strong fundamentals while nurturing creativity, listening skills, confidence, and individuality as musicians.

Keywords

Piano, Keyboard, Trinity Piano, Carnatic Music, Hindustani Music, Mridangam, Konnakol, Ear Training, Music Theory, Music Production, Ableton Live, Improvisation, Composition, Online Music Classes