Where Music Transcends
Where Music Transcends
At Harsha’s Music, we offer individual, affordable group sessions and local music lessons at a pace that suits you. We offer Carnatic Classical music (Indian Classical) and Western Classical music lessons on the Guitar, Keyboard/Piano, and also offer music services like Music Production, Mixing, and mastering your tracks.
We started in Hyderabad, India, in 2016, and then we spread our wings to teach globally from 2020. Now we aim to support learners in Essex and continue to reach students globally through our Online and offline courses.
We’re a team of experienced musicians who make learning music fun and welcoming. We cater to all ages, and children aged 6+ to adults, from beginners to intermediate players. With over 500 budding musicians learning with us, we are determined that everyone can learn and enjoy playing an instrument.
With our guidance, you’d become a qualified musician who will understand music theory, sight reading, play by ear, and also you’d learn studio techniques that are helpful for you to record your own compositions either in your home studio or be it anywhere.
I am Harshavardhana Rao, a musician with a strong foundation in both Indian and Western classical music traditions. My musical journey began with a diploma in Carnatic Classical music on the violin, during which I had the honour of performing before the legendary violinist Dr. L. Subramaniam in 2003, along with several other esteemed platforms across Hyderabad, India.
After dedicating over a decade to mastering the violin, I transitioned to Western acoustic guitar, where my prior experience with string instruments helped me progress swiftly, completing all eight grades in just a few years. My curiosity and passion for music led me to study the Piano alongside my guitar training, further broadening my understanding of harmony and technique.
While preparing for grade exams, I was naturally drawn to composition, and began writing my own music—releasing a few independent Telugu songs. However, I realized that composing alone didn’t fully satisfy my artistic drive. This insight led me to join as an Assistant Music Director for a televised program on Doordarshan (Hyderabad) in 2011, which received widespread recognition. This experience opened my eyes to the broader landscape of music production, including recording, mixing, and mastering.
Eager to expand my skill set, I began producing music independently, collaborating with composers from the Telugu film industry and creating tracks for other artists. Still, my pursuit of deeper musical fulfillment continued. In 2016, I began offering private music lessons, initially teaching a handful of students. Over time, word-of-mouth and consistent results led to rapid growth in my student base.
Driven by a desire to explore music beyond performance and composition, I pursued advanced training in studio work and sound design. This journey culminated in earning a Master of Arts in Music Production from the University of Derby, UK, in 2023.
Today, I combine my classical roots, contemporary music knowledge, and production expertise to offer a well-rounded musical experience to learners and collaborators alike.
Expert in Guitar, Piano, Music Theory, Music Composition, and Music Production
