Experience the magic of Carnatic music
Discover the timeless beauty of Carnatic music at Geeta Vadya School of Music, led by acclaimed vocalist and educator Smt. Divyameena Guhan. We offer structured online classes for students worldwide and in-person Carnatic vocal lessons in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, helping children and adults of all skill levels—from beginners to advanced learners—build a strong classical foundation and perform with confidence.
A path that rises, one swara at a time
- Ata Tala Varnam
- Pancharatna Krithis
- Big Krithis
- Going deeper into Manodharma
- Concert preparation
Our Students
Sowmya
Student
"Divya Meena is very patient and highly skilled at assessing a student’s abilities and interests and tailors their lessons accordingly. She is flexible in scheduling classes, which is important for me to be able to pursue my passion along with my hectic routine. She makes my learnings fun and challenging. She cuts me slack during challenging lessons but also pushes me to learn at my maximum capacity. It is because of her push and efforts to build confidence in my capabilities that I got to perform my first carnatic concert in April 2024."
Sachika Modi
Student
"I have been leaning with Divya akka for almost six months and I’ve learned a little over 10 songs. For me Akka has been a big help and step in my music career. When I started singing classes with her I was a student with decent amount of knowledge but now I’m able to grasp songs relatively easily. I enjoy being able to disconnect from the world with akka while being able to have a friend and a teacher"
Kaulini Kanakagiri
Student
"When I first started music journey with Meena Akka, I was hesitant in my abilities to sing, with the consistency of the support from Meena Akka, I feel that my confidence is building because she sees my true potential. All the interactions I have had with her, she does not speak to me in a way that she is more superior, she always speaks as if I am a friend and younger sister. Her encouragement has brought me a long way in the span of one year and motivates me to keep trying harder.."
Aditi
Student
"Meena is very patient with my 4 year old daughter and knows how to engage her in the class. We started learning music from Meena when my daughter was 3 years old. She is very good with kids and can easily hold their attention. She is very committed to her craft and it’s genuinely been a pleasure interacting with her"
Divya Meena Guhan
Divya Meena is a third-generation Carnatic musician who began her vocal training with her grandfather, a Veena vidwan. Her father, Sri N.S. Kalyana Raman, is an 'A' graded Mridangam artist with All India Radio Vijayawada.
She studied under Vidwan Ampolu Murali Krishna garu and Vidwan Pemmaraju Suryarao garu in Vijayawada. After earning an engineering degree, she pursued an advanced three-year course in Carnatic vocal music at the Madras Music Academy, and also completed a diploma in Carnatic Music from Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University.
"My vision is to teach and share my knowledge with every classical music enthusiast. With ten years of expertise and participation in cultural events across the world, I aim to inspire and educate others in the world of classical music."
Moments from the stage
Frequently asked questions
We teach traditional Carnatic vocal music, from foundational Sarali Varisais through advanced krithis and manodharma (improvisation), along with dedicated devotional repertoire.
Lessons are organized into three levels — Sa (Beginner), Ga (Intermediate), and Pa (Advanced) — each building on the concepts and repertoire of the last.
In-person classes are held on Long Island, NY. Students anywhere else in the world can join our online classes.
Online lessons are held one-on-one over video call, at a schedule that works for you, with the same structured curriculum used in our in-person classes.
All lessons are taught personally by Smt. Divya Meena Guhan, a third-generation Carnatic musician and recipient of the "Sangeeta Vidwath Bhooshan" title.
A stable internet connection, a laptop or tablet with a working camera and microphone, and a quiet space to practice are all you need to get started.
No prior knowledge of an Indian language is required. Lyrics and meanings are explained clearly in English as part of every lesson.
Yes, notation sheets, lyrics, and recordings are shared with every lesson so you can practice confidently between sessions.
Yes, students are regularly invited to participate in recitals, workshops, and community concerts as they progress in their training.
Begin your music journey
Complete the form below and we'll be in touch to help you get started. You can also reach us directly at geetavadya@gmail.com.