Musical Training

Nanda Kalangutkar has received extensive training in Hindustani classical music, beginning her journey at a young age under eminent gurus. She pursued her Sangeet Kushal and Sangeet Parangat from Kala Academy, Goa, both with distinction, and further honed her skills through the Guru-Shishya parampara. Her training includes guidance from Pt. Kamlakar Naik (Agra Gharana) and Pt. Prabhudev Sardar (Agra/Jaipur Gharana). She continues to refine her artistry under the mentorship of Padmashree Pt. Ajoy Chakrabarty and Pt. Satyasheel Deshpande, while also learning light music under the renowned Pt. Suresh Wadkar.

Professional Work & Contributions

• Faculty member at Kala Academy, Goa, nurturing the next generation of vocalists.

• Conducts lecture-demonstrations and workshops to promote Hindustani classical and light music.

• Plays a key role in mentoring and guiding students, blending traditional techniques with contemporary methods.

• Actively contributes to Goa’s musical and cultural heritage through performances and teaching.

Performances

• Featured as a vocalist in Kala Academy concerts and state-level cultural programs.

• Performed at prestigious music festivals in Goa and neighboring states.

• Regularly presents Agra and Jaipur Gharana renditions, maintaining the purity of the gharana tradition.

• Recognized for her versatility in rendering classical, semi-classical, and light music forms.