Bala Skandan is a New York–based Carnatic musician, composer and educator. His work spans traditional performance, original composition and collaborations across musical traditions.
As an educator, he brings Carnatic music to musicians and students through performance, demonstration and active participation.
Solo and ensemble performances, original music, collaborations and interdisciplinary projects rooted in Carnatic music and extending across musical traditions. Explore performances
Interactive explorations of rhythm, konnakkol, improvisation and composition for universities, conservatories, musicians and dancers. Learn more
Individual and group instruction in Carnatic violin, mridangam, kanjira and konnakkol, for students of all levels in New York and online. Explore Lessons