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Abhinaya
Dance Company A professional
dance company dedicated to promoting traditional dance forms
of south India.
52 Harold Ave. San Jose, CA 95117
Phone: 408-983-0491 Artistic Director's studio: 408-354-2068
Fax: 408-983-0492 or Email:
abhinaya_sj@yahoo.com
Abinaya Arts Academy
Premier Bharathanatyam dance Institution in San Diego. Call Aler Krishnan 858-678-0024 or Email: alerk@hotmail.com
AeroDance:
Ranjani Manda
concieved Aerodance in 1999. Aerodance teaches Indian Folk,
Devotional, and Bollywood types of dance rendered in semi-classical
form with emphasis on movements delivered with speed and grace.
Ranjani Manda obtained advanced training in Bharatnatyam and
Kuchipudi for 12 years and has given several dance recitals,
which is reflected in her choreography .Dance lessons are
offered to kids from as young as 2 and up. Students are geared
towards specific cultural events and competitions.Students
are finetuned with perfect movements,expression and grace
before they step on stage .Every student has to pass an audition
to be enrolled in a dance team.
39488 Seascape Rd, Fremont, CA 94538. Contact Number: (510)498-8298
or Email:
ranjani_manda@yahoo.com
Ali Akbar
College of Music
Offers
study in North Indian classical music. Four 8-week sessions
a year are taught by master musicians Ali Akbar Khan and Swapan
Chaudhuri. Classes are offered in vocal, instrumental and
tabla. All are welcome.
Address: 215 West End Ave San Rafael, CA 94901 Contact:
(415) 454-6264
Anjana
Rajan
Disciple of Rukmini Devi Arundale of Kalakshetra. A fine exponent
of Bharata Natyam
Arijit
Bal Indian classical vocal,
light songs, film and modern songs are taught with special
care and very scientific way in Los Angeles, Chatsworth -
California.Arijit Bal is a prodigious master and virtuosic
performer of the classical Music tradition. As a dedicated
teacher, his greatest pleasure is to spread his knowledge
and experiences among his students with special scientifically
sound and voice techniques to develop a strong and flexible
voice and a strong base in the music tradition. Contact
Phone: (818) 775-1558 or Email:
arijit_bal@yahoo.com
Aparna
School of Dance
Mecklenberg. Irvine, CA 92620
Ph: (949)874-3662 or (949) 552-9043 · Fax: (949) 552-3662
Email:
Ramya Harishankar
blue13
dance company & The Blue School
Professional Choreography, Live Performance, and Instruction
for children and adults in Bollywood, Bhangra, Kathak, Neo-Kathak
(Signature Style of blue13 dance company), Modern, Jazz, Tap,
Ballet, Belly Dance, Hip Hop, and more! Locations all over
Los Angeles, World Wide Performances and Workshops. Artistic
Director/Executive Director: Achinta S. McDaniel. email: achinta@blue13dance.com;
Phone:(310) 739-5369
Bharathi
Kalalaya
3392 Seldon Court, Fremont CA 94539
Phone: 510-490-4629
Carnatic Music, Hindustani Music,Bharatanatyam,Kathak, Odissi,Kuchipudi,
Sitar, Harmonium, Keyboard, Tabla,Violin,Mridangam, Flute.
Bharathi Kalalaya is a School for Indian music and dance,
whose main goal is in the dedication to promoting all forms
of Indian Performing arts to perfection. The diversity and
knowledge of its artists provides the best for the students.
Bharathiya
Nritya Kendra
Classes in Classical Dance of Northern India, Kathak,
for all ages by Puram Kumar. Classes in Cerritos, Diamond
Bar and Cypress, CA area. For more information, call (714)
891-3799
Bharatha
Natyam Dance class offered in Sunnyvale
Address: 486 Teak Terrace, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Shirni Surapaneni impresed the audience with elegance
- Hindu:7/26/2002 | Shirni's dance recital, a feast to eyes.
- Citizen:10/16/2000 | Shirni enthralls the audience with
her expressive movements - The New India Express: 10/15/2000.
Contact: shirni.surapaneni@gmail.com
Telephone--- 408 306 6529
Bellytwins
Neena and Veena - Artistic directors, choreographers and teachers
of Ishq Duniya
Dance Company - specializes in Dances of India (Bollywood,
folkloric, classical) and Dances of the Middle East (Egypt,
Lebanon, Gulf, Iran, etc), as well as international shows.
Based in Hollywood, CA
Chhandam
School of Kathak and Chitresh
Das Dance Company
32 Saint Charles Avenue
San Francisco, California 94132
Phone: (415) 333-9000;(415) 333-9026
The Centre for Mohiniyattam
Agoura Hills, California. The Centre for Mohiniyattam offers
regular classes and intensive workshops taught by renowned
Mohiniyattam exponent, Vijayalakshmi, daughter and disciple
of Guru Bharati Shivaji. Contact Phone: (818)-879-0263 or
E-mail: centreformohiniyattam@gmail.com
Cultural
Integration Fellowship
2650 Fulton St., & 3rd Ave., San Francisco.
Darlene's
Dance 'n' Such
42400 Blacow Road, Fremont
Devinder
Bassi School of Music
Locations San Fernado Valley, Simi Valley, Diamond
Bar, torrance and Los Angeles
For more information, call (818) 885-6095
Dance Masti
Specializes in Bollywood dance and fitness classes. Classes are located in Evergreen, Fremont, San Jose, Cupertino, Santa Clara. Talented instructors, amazing choreography make these classes full of masti! Check out the free trial classes available each quarter. Dance Masti also offers party dance classes at different levels for the dancer in YOU! Dance Masti also participates in competitions, events and conducts it's own annual show. We also offer private classes E-mail: info@dancemasticlasses.com
Duniya Dance Company
Offers group classes, private lessons, and performances in Bhangra and Bollywood Dance throughout the Bay Area. Classes are taught by Joti Singh, Artistic Director of the company. Call 510.213.1537 or E-mail: info@duniyadance.com
Ghungroo
Dance Academy
Pinole,
CA 94564. Bhangra/Hip Hop,Giddha, Filmi Dances, Theme
Dances, Traditional Folk Dances
Phone (510) 758-4117
Isai Sangam
Inc.
An
Academy to promote Inidan Music and culture
Cerritos, CA 90703 Ph: (562) 802 8462
Indian
Music School
Learn Indian Vocal and Instrumental Music from 12 years trained
guru - Swasti Pandey. Classes in Vocal- Raagas, Bhajans, Ghazals,
Film songs, Folk Songs, Patriotic Songs. Instrumental: Harmonium,
Keyboard, Tabla.
105 Shoreline Ct, Richmond CA 94804.Phone: 510-232-1072 or
Email: tkailash@yahoo.com
Indian classical
vocal.
Indian
classical vocal, light songs, film and modern songs are taught
with special care and very scientific way in Los Angeles,
Chatsworth - California. Arijit Bal is a prodigious master
and virtuosic performer of the classical Music tradition.
As a dedicated teacher, his greatest pleasure is to spread
his knowledge and experiences among his students with special
scientifically sound and voice techniques to develop a strong
and flexible voice and a strong base in the music tradition.
Contact: Arijit Bal: (818) 775-1558 or Email:
arijit_bal@yahoo.com
Jyoti Kala Mandir
Jyoti Rout: Classes held in Fremont, Berkeley, Sunnyvale
Ph: 510 412 2165
Jayanthi
Sridharan
Bharatanatyam in North Valley, San Jose
Phone (408) 251-3438
Kalanjali
Dances Of India
Directors:
K.P & Katherine Kunhiraman. Bharatanatyam
San Leandro, Berkeley, Sacramento, Walnut Creek
Phone (510) 526-2183
Kala Vandana
Dance Center
Sundara Swaminathan, Bharatanatyam
San Jose, Los Altos, Fremont
Phone (408) 578-3703
Kala
Mandir Art School
Bay Area, CA
Contact : Kala Ghaty
Phone: (510) 668-1494 or Email:kalamandir25@hotmail.com
Lasya Academy of Dance
Director
- Vidhya Subramanian . Bharatanatyam in Sunnyvale
Ph: 408-257-7961 [Old No: (408) 733-2625
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Madhuri
Kishore Kuchipudi Dance School
Madhuri Kishore started the dance school to spread our indian
culture and heritage through dance. She is well known for
her patience and being extremely student-friendly. She trains
her disciples in Guru Shishya Parampara style. Every student
gets her personal attention. Her creative choreography brings
out the dance theme alive with beautiful expressions and her
own unique elegant steps. Her students performed at various
fund raising events and also won several prizes in several
national competetions and talent shows. Based in Cupertino,
CA. Email : madhuri_k23@yahoo.com
or Phone : 650-906-0746
Malathi
Iyengar & Rangoli Dance Company
14748
Morrison Street, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403.
Phone: 818 788 6860 or Email:
msiyengar@yahoo.com
Mona Sampath
A team of instructors with amazing dance and teaching experience. Classes in 15 locations. A dance troupe of 50+ dancers. A brand new, first of it's kind fitness program. A company focused on the community. Join us in putting the OO in Bollywood.
Our Founder Mona Sampath has trained and worked with the best choreographers in Bollywood, from FarahKhan to Bosco Ceaser; choreographed for artists like Shaan, Kunal Ganjawala & the legendary A.R. Rahman! Our team includes talented instructors who have trained in all dance styles including Jazz, Modern & Indian Classical. They have learnt from well-known Dance maestros such as Shiamak Davar & Keith Banks.
Phone: 408-826-8247 or Email: info@monasampath.com
NamasteKidz
The first Indo-American Educational & Cultural Academy. A place where your children and grow,learn and be a part of the South Asian Community (Indian). Offers classes in Hindi for Babies(mommy & me), Hindi Toddlers, All levels of Hindi Language age 5- 15 years, Bollywood Dance, kathak and bhangra.
Expanding Soon. Looking for experienced teachers
Contact : Nikki Sood Bhatia Email: info@namastekidz.com or Phone: (818) 512-8888. Classes Held in Canoga Park, CA.
Naach
Company -
A forum to embrace global dance forms. Performs at a variety
of venues and types of shows – from cultural events, conferences,
weddings, to corporate functions and consists of professional
and seasoned dancers. Takes specific show requirements and
transforms them into a unique experience. Contact person:
Divya Patel E-mail:divya@naach.com
or Phone:
408-573-6908.
Natyanjali School of Dance, USA -
Smt Sneha Viveka teaches bharathanatyam and folk dances.
Fremont, CA. Call 1-510-668-1381 or E-mail:natyanjalischoolofdance@yahoo.com
Shreya
Arts - Indian Dance Classes
Students
of all age group are being accepted for Indian classical (Kathak
Dance), Folk and Bollywood Dances in Sacramento area. The
teacher is "Sangeet Prabhaker" in "Kathak Dance"
from a very reputed Academy in India with the history of a
number of awards at state/district level competitions.Contact:
Neetu at E-mail:arts.shreya@gmail.com
or Phone: 510-637-8159 (cell);
916-665-2240 (home)
Sangeet
Bharati Academy of Indian Music
Classes for all ages in Hindustani Music in Sacramento/Elk
Grove area. > Instruction in North Indian Classical music
as well as bhajans and ghazals is provided by teacher trained
at Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, New Delhi with Sangeet Visharad.
Many years of teaching experience. Also available for performances
and lecture/demonstrations. Contact Heera Kulkarni at (916)-683-1914
or E-mail:sangeetbharati@hotmail.com
PAMPA
Dance Studio (Prabhath Academy for Music and Preforming Arts)
3574
Butcher Drive, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Phone: (408) 243 - 2623
Email: pampans@pampans.com
Ramaa Bharadvaj and Angahara Ensemble
Eminent dancer, brilliant choreographer, and teacher/educator
of Indian Classical Dance , California, USA.
Raga
Ranjani School of Music
Locations: Torrance, Chatsworth, Thousand oaks
TEL: (310) 542 3216
Ragaswara
School of South Indian Music.
Irvine,
CA 92618 Classes offered in veena, vocal and theory. Group
and individual classes available. Call (949) 453-8011
Sanskaar School Of Dance
Samidha Satyam one of the prominent exponent of Guru Padmabhushan Dr. Vempati Chinna Satyam. She is an accomplished young artiste who has given performances in India and abroad like UK, USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, Southafrica, Singapore and almost toured all over the world. The Guinness World Records was achieved during the International kuchipudi convention held in Cupertino CA on 21st June 2008. She completed her dance degree in Kuchipudi dance from P.S. Telugu University, India
Contact: Sunnyval, Fremont. Phone CA 510-432-0008 or Email: sankalpadance@yahoo.com
Sankalpa School
of Dance
Bharatanataym
school in California run by Nirupama Vaidhyanathan
Ph (510) 623-9010 or Email:
sankalpadance@yahoo.com
Saptak Music School -Anupama Chandratreya
Hindustani Classical Vocal Training Classes in the Bay Area ( San Jose/Cupertino Area) Music Lessons for all ages - children and adults Contact us for new enrollment - Classes on weekdays/evenings. Phone 1.408.873.1968 or Fax 1.650.249.0173 or Email: oceanmusi29@hotmail.com
Savithri Arts Academy
Conducted by Dr. Sinduri. Offering dance lessons in Bharatha
Natyam, Kuchipudi & Sri Lankan folk dance styles.
25 East Newman Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006 & Sanatana
Dharma Temple & Cultural Center, 15311 Pioneer Blvd.,
Norwalk, CA 90650
Sri
Sri Krishnsaraya( ODISSI )
Vishnu Tattva Das - (Founder~Director)
1106, Prospect Ave, Apt. no : 111, Santa Rosa, CA 95409.
Shri Krupa Dance Foundation
A dance school founded in 1992 by Guru Vishal Ramani in San
Jose, USA.
Shakti
Dance Company
Classes in Bharata Natyam offered by Viji Prakash, Artistic
Director/founder, Professor of Dance, UCLA. Classes in Woodland
Hills, West Los Angeles, Torrance, Orange/Anaheim. Address:
10360 Dunleer Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90064. Ph. (310) 837-5875
or Email: bharatanatya@yahoo.com
Sundar
Kala Kendra: School of Kathak Dance
Anjani
Ambegaokar, Founder, teacher, M.A in Kathak dance, trained
by Pt. Sundalaljee Gangani. Phone (909) 595-8934
Swaranjali
Hinduatani
Classical Music and Bhajans, Ghazals, Geet Lessons for all
age groups and all levels by professionally trained, experienced,
Radio and TV singer with 5 National awards , in Woodland Hills
CA.
Ph (818) -313-9219 or
Email:
nkamini7@hotmail.com
Tabla Niketan: School of Tabla
Tabla Niketan was founded on January 2, 2008 by Shri Satish Tare. Tabla (Indian Drum) Classes in Cupertino CA Bay area USA.
All Classes at Tabla Niketan are held at the following address:
20990 Valley Green Dr. #625, Cupertino, Ca 95014. Contact Satish Tare. Telephone 408-873-8479 or E-mail: Satish_tare@yahoo.com
Trivalley
School of Dance -- Kalaikoil
Classes in Vedic Chanting,
Yoga, Carnatic vocal, Bharatanatyam at two convenient east
bay locations.
6715-G, Dublin Blvd, Dublin CA 94568 and 1193,
Bluebell Drive, Livermore, CA 94551
Contact Email:
Swetha Dixit:swethadixit@comcast.net
Phone: (925) 449-3714
The
India Community Center
- offers classes in Bollywood Dance, kathak and bhangra,
along with music - vocals, keyboards, sitar and tabla. www.IndiaCC.org.
Contact : Sunita Sohrabji Email:
sunitas@indiacc.org or Phone: (408) 934-1130, ext. 16;
(408) 934-1150. Addresses: ICC Milpitas 555 Los Coches St.
Milpitas, CA 95035. ICC Sunnyvale 285 N. Wolfe Road, Suite
102 Sunnyvale, CA 94085 (across from the Fire Station).
Vishwa
Shanthi Dance Academy
Shreelata Suresh: Promoting
peace and harmony through dance and yoga
1775 Yorktown Road, San Mateo, CA 94402; Contact
Ph:650-248-3269 or Email:
shreelata@shreelatasuresh.com
Sarla
Dance: Indian Dance School in Hawaii
Sarala Dandekar. Address: 3579 Piikea Place, Maui, Hawaii,
96768 Contact phone:808-296-3499
Bollywood
West
The first dance studio in the Denver & Boulder area to offer
classes in the exhilarating and beautiful Bollywood dance
styles of India. classes include Beginning Bollywood, Bollywood
& Bhangra dance fitness. Email:info@bollywoodwest.com
Yamuna
Wali “Nyika”
2316 Calle Halcon, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Ph: (505) - 992 - 0287 or e-mail:
yamuna@cybermesa.com
Divya Narayanan
Indian classical dance lessons (Bharathanatyam and Mohiniattam.
By Divya Narayanan, Morning Tide Lane South Jordan Utah -
84095
Contact 801 999 4094 or Email:divya@manojonline.com
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