Archive · 21 May 2025
Jayanthi Kumaresh's 'Cup o’ Carnatic' Wins Over Young Listeners
Imagine a show where Indian classical music isn't just played, but explained like a fun story!
That's Cup o’ Carnatic, a live show created by Jayanthi Kumaresh, a veena player.
She realized that it's difficult to teach children to enjoy Carnatic music so she developed a live show, using music, animation, and stories to make it fun and easy to understand.
The show uses humor and visual elements to make the music relatable to kids.
The show started as a digital series and is now a live performance.
This approach helps young listeners appreciate the beauty of the ancient music in a way that feels new and exciting!
Jayanthi Kumaresh created Cup o’ Carnatic, a live show to make Carnatic music accessible to children.
The show incorporates music, storytelling, and visuals to engage young audiences.
It's inspired by a digital series, Cup ‘o Carnatic, which has been running for over seven years.
The live show features animation, narration, and live performances.
The show is designed to bridge the gap between tradition and modern engagement for the next generation.
- Who
- Veena exponent Jayanthi Kumaresh and her team.
- What
- A live show called Cup o’ Carnatic that combines music, narration, and animation to introduce Carnatic music to children.
- When
- The live stage version of Cup o’ Carnatic made its debut in Bengaluru and then travelled to Chennai.
- Where
- Bengaluru and Chennai.
- Why
- To share Carnatic music in an engaging way for young audiences.
- Show Name
- Cup o’ Carnatic
- Artist
- Jayanthi Kumaresh
- Genre
- Carnatic Music
- Format
- Live show
- Key Elements
- Music, Narration, Animation
- Target Audience
- Children and Young Listeners