Guru Smt. Rajalakshmi Krishna
Guru Rajalakshmi Krishna is the Founder and Artistic Director of Shreebala Nrithyalaya, a premier Bharatanatyam institution based in Frisco, Texas. A dedicated practitioner and teacher, she is deeply rooted in the rich traditions of Bharatanatyam, upholding its authenticity through discipline, grace, and aesthetic excellence. She has received rigorous training under Guru Thanjavur smt Jayalakshmi Arunachalam and her grand-uncle, kalaimamani Guru Shree K.R. Radhakrishnan of the Vazhuvoor bani, one of the senior-most disciples of the legendary Guru padmashree Shree Vazhuvoor Ramaiah Pillai, a lineage that forms the foundation of her artistic vision and teaching philosophy. With rigorous training, she has performed extensively across prestigious platforms in India and the United States, predominantly with live orchestral accompaniment.
A visionary choreographer, she has conceptualized and presented acclaimed dance productions such as Arupadai Veedu, Meenakshi Thirukalyanam, Nandanar charitham and Ramayanam, all of which have been warmly received and appreciated for their depth, storytelling, and adherence to classical values. Known for her uncompromising standards and deep commitment to the art, Guru Rajalakshmi Krishna continues to inspire the next generation with grace, strength, and an unwavering dedication to tradition.
Kalaimaamani Shri Hariprasad Kaniyal
Sri K. Hari Prasad is a distinguished Carnatic vocalist, music teacher, composer, and accomplished vocalist for Bharatanatyam, with over four decades of experience in the field of Indian classical music and dance.
He began his musical journey at the age of five and later pursued formal training in Carnatic Vocal at the Kalakshetra College of Fine Arts. He has had the privilege of learning from eminent vidwans including Sri S.R.D. Chellamayyengar, Sri Vairamangalam Lakshmi Narayanan, Sri S. Rajaram, and Sri V.S. Subrahmanyam. He also had the opportunity to learn compositions from the legendary Dr. M. Balamuralikrishna and accompany him on his international tour.
A regular All India Radio artist since 1989, Sri Hari Prasad has performed extensively in India and abroad. As a vocalist for dance, he has accompanied and collaborated with several renowned Bharatanatyam artists and has worked with multiple dance traditions, including Vazhuvoor, Kalakshetra, and Thanjavur. He has lent his voice to numerous major Bharatanatyam productions and has composed music for several dance productions and repertoires. He has also served on the faculty of Kalakshetra College of Fine Arts for nearly three decades, teaching Carnatic vocal and music theory to generations of students.
His many honors include the Sangeeta Nataka Academy Award (2026), Kalaimamani Award (2023) from the Government of Tamil Nadu, the Gandharva Nipuna Award, the Dr. M. Balamuralikrishna Puraskar, and the Torch Bearer Award (2025), among several other recognitions for his contribution to music and dance.
With his rich musical experience and deep understanding of Bharatanatyam, Sri Hari Prasad brings a rare combination of tradition, scholarship, and artistic sensitivity to every performance.
Shri V. Vedakrishnaram
Sri V. Vedakrishnaram is an accomplished Mridangam artist renowned for his expertise in accompanying Bharatanatyam, with over four decades of experience. Belonging to a traditional family of percussionists, he began learning Mridangam at a young age from his father, Mridanga Vidwan Sri Venkatesan, and later received training in Bharatanatyam accompaniment from his uncle, the late Mridanga Vidwan Sri Bhakthavatchalam, a disciple of the legendary Mangkudi Sri Durairaj Iyer.
Since the age of 20, he has accompanied numerous eminent Bharatanatyam artists and has been part of major dance productions in India and abroad. He has also worked with renowned artists including the Dhananjayans, Yamini Krishnamurthy, Leela Samson, Priyadarshini Govind, Revathi Ramachandran, and several other leading dancers.
With extensive international experience spanning over three decades, Sri Vedakrishnaram has performed across the USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Japan, Australia, Singapore, South Africa, and the Middle East. One of his notable performances was at Carnegie Hall, New York, accompanying the legendary sitar maestro Pandit Ravi Shankar.
A much sought-after percussionist for Bharatanatyam recitals and productions, he has received several honors, including the Naatya Sangeetha Kala Bharathi, Gandharva Nipuna, Sangeethagna, Laya Shanthi Vithagar, and Natana Vaadhya Padhmam awards.
Madurai Shri T.Kishore
Kishore has performed and accompanied many kutcheries in various prestigious sabhas and has also given solo concerts and accompanied various dance performances, productions, and Namasankeerthanams.
He did his MASTER OF FINE ARTS IN VIOLIN as well.
He is successfully running his own violin school THE FIDDLE ART ACADEMY.
Awards received -
> The best junior violinist from Thyaga bhrama gana sabha.
> Yuva sangeetha kala jyoti from the Suswara trust.
> Saptaswara mamani from saptaswaram trust.
> Sri ramanuja sangeetha seva ratna award from Sri venkatesawara perumal devasthanam(chennai).
> Yuva kala vipanchee from vipanchee (regd).
Shri J.B. Sruthi Saagar
J.B. Sruthi Sagar is an accomplished flautist in the field of Carnatic music. He received his initial training on the flute from Shri. Balasai. He later pursued music under the tutelage of Dr. Sunder (since '99). Learning from a vocalist enabled him to employ the gayaka style in playing the instrument.
Sagar's music is deeply rooted in tradition and is known for its classical purity and deep emotive quality. He has been performing at major sabhas and festivals across the country.
Among several awards that have come his way are the prestigious Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar from the Sangeeth Natak Academy, Yagnaraman Award of Excellence from Krishna Gana Sabha, Kalki Krishnamurthy Memorial Award, and MS Subbulakshmi Fellowship from Shanmukhananda Fine Arts, Mumbai.
He is an A-Grade Artist of All India Radio (AIR). Besides a Master's degree in Music, he holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.