ART TO HEART

Institute for development, appreciation and wellness through Asian art

Revealing a realm where creativity perseveres, we aspire to cultivate an artistic community that perpetually explores, propelling art to new heights of excellence, nurturing profound appreciation, and championing holistic well-being through the transformative essence of creative expression.

Empowering individuals to develop artistic talent, foster deeper appreciation of art, and promote wellness through creative expression.

Excellence: Aspiring towards the pinnacle of artistic training and performance standards, cultivating an atmosphere conducive to profound appreciation.

Curiosity: Igniting the pursuit of profound knowledge, championing exploration, and adopting innovative approaches while grounded in robust traditional foundations.

Collaboration: Cultivating a cohesive community spirit, fostering collaboration, and championing mutual support among students, faculty, and the expansive artistic community.

Our Goals

Development

Our institute is dedicated to nurturing and honing the artistic abilities of individuals, providing a dynamic and supportive environment where creativity thrives and talents are cultivated to their fullest potential.

Appreciation

We aim to foster a deep and meaningful appreciation for the arts, creating experiences that not only entertain but also resonate, ensuring a broader understanding and celebration of diverse artistic expressions.

Wellness

We focus on the holistic well-being of our community, recognizing the transformative power of creative expression in enhancing mental, emotional, and physical wellness of an individual at highest
form .

Your Gateway to Exploring
Asian Art

ArtisTriumph

Annual art events

Development and inculcation of art is iterative and continuous. To ensure regular touch points and exposure, annual events are organized with the aim to promote art and talents, encourage learning and exploration of different topics within Asian art and bring together of community of listeners, learners and performers.

SkillHUB

Master classes for development of art

Training and development in an art form is indeed not just about learning, appreciation and performance. It is also about building your persona, working towards self fulfillment and endeavoring towards greater levels of perfection and accomplishment. 

Master classes are intense regular sessions aimed at professional and holistic development of learners and professional aspirants in different art forms. We currently specialize Indian classical music and percussion.

Quest

Open days to Explore Art

With the ambition of taking art closer to people, giving them a feel for listening, learning and trying, helping build greater awareness and appreciation, It as a concept implies an open day for people to join, workshop and experience different art forms.

Different artists showcase and explain different art forms, perform pieces and engage in discussions and questions with the audience.

Come join us to appreciate, learn and engage with different art forms. 

Serendipity

Wellness workshops and Retreats with Arts & Chants

The power of sound, be it through individual notes , scales (ragas), beats (rhythm) or chants (mantras) is immeasurable and magnificent. Wellness workshops and retreats are designedtowards experiencing and benefiting from the immense potential of these sounds. We specialise in sounds relating to Asian classical music.

Our Mentors

Vidushi Smt Gayathri Venkataraghavan

Areas of expertise: Indian classical Music, Voice culture, Musicology


She possesses a divine, melodious voice that effortlessly spans octaves, carving a unique place for herself in Carnatic Music. With remarkable creativity and ease she gained popularity both in India and internationally. Trained under the guidance of Vidwan Sri A. Sundharesan and Padma Bhushan Awardee Sri P.S. Narayanaswamy.

Vaidya. July Huang

Areas of expertise: Ayurvedic medicine and prana oriented yoga therapy yoga philosophy and easter psychology.


July comes from Taiwan and has been working in Switzerland for years before landing in Norway. Being educated under the lineages of Swami Rama (Tantra), Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri(Nada) and Vamadeva Shastri/ Dr. David Frawley(Veda) for more than 10 years, July started her 800 hour yoga therapist training with Yogi Amrit Desai, Kamini Desai Phd and the Amrit Yoga team(the lineage of Swami Krpalu) in 2023.

Sri M.K Ramanujam

Areas of expertise: Eastern Philosophy, Mental & emotional Wellness, Ancient Science ,technology, Leadership & communication.

A disciple of His Holiness Sri Sri Muralidhara Swamiji, he is a prolific speaker who , over the past three decades, conducted innumerable spiritual gatherings, mindfulness & meditation retreats, self-development workshops and more. This service took him across world, from remote villages to metropolises across India, to North America, Europe, Africa, middle-east & Southeast Asia, Australia, and NZ.

Vidhwan Sri Erode Nagaraj

Areas of expertise: Art of Mrudhangam, Rhythmology, Vocal percussion

A multifaceted mrudhangam artiste and composer. He is the prime disciple of Padma Vibhushan Dr Umayalpuram Sri K Sivaraman. An A-Grade artiste of the All India Radio and Doordharshan (National TV Channel of India), his performances, solo renditions, workshops & lecture-demonstrations have endeared him to musicians and the listeners. He served as Lecturer at the Music Academy, Chennai for 18 years.

Our Founder And President

Uma Ranganathan

Dedicated in loving memory of my brother,
R. Mohan, my inspiration to pursue art.

Uma is an artistic entrepreneur whose journey into the enchanting world of art began at the age of five, Uma is a seasoned vocalist, dancer and teacher trained under the tutelage of many luminaries, such as the distinguished Veteran Smt. Gayathri Venkataraghavan, renowned Percussionist Shri Erode Nagaraj and legendary Danseuse Smt. Jayalakshmi Eshwar. Uma's melodic prowess has graced prestigious venues worldwide. Not just confined to the stage, she's also a dynamic music director for captivating music and dance productions. 

Her impact extends beyond performances; she is a dedicated art educator with over a decade of teaching experience and a certified music therapist driven by an unwavering interest in exploring the therapeutic dimensions of music. With an innovative approach to music, a commitment to education, and a vision for therapeutic impact, Uma is not just an artist; she's a trailblazing entrepreneur harmonizing tradition with contemporary resonance.

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Veena: The Soul of Indian Classical Music

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The journey of bringing to life a Logo that speaks

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Music as a Source of Inspiration to unleash the path of Self-Expression.

Music as a Source of Inspiration to unleash the path of Self-Expression.

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Art To Heart Institute

Organisation Number :  933234657

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