ARUNA SAIRAM

CARNATIC CLASSICAL VOCALIST & GLOBAL CULTURAL AMBASSADOR

Aruna Sairam is one of India’s most celebrated Carnatic classical vocalists, known for her powerful voice and expressive performances that connect deeply with audiences worldwide. Born in Mumbai into a musical family, she began learning music from her mother and later trained under the legendary guru T. Brinda of the Veena Dhanammal tradition. Over a career spanning several decades, she has performed at prestigious venues around the world, including Carnegie Hall and the BBC Proms, where she became the first Carnatic musician to perform. A recipient of the Padma Shri, she continues to play a major role in promoting Indian classical music globally.