Kalanjali Dance Music Academy

This academy is tucked away in Koramangala at No. 5. It’s a busy part of town so there is always noise from the street. Inside, you mostly hear the drums or someone trying to learn a new song. We have dance and music happening at the same time in different rooms, which can be a bit confusing for the ears. The curtains are a bit faded from the sun. We started Kalanjali because there weren't many places nearby where kids could just go and play an instrument. We have some old benches for parents to sit on while they wait. The floor is wooden in the dance room and it creaks when you walk on certain spots. We try to keep the instruments in tune, but the humidity in Bangalore makes it hard sometimes. Students come in after school with their heavy bags. We don't have a website or anything like that, just a board outside that tells people what we do. It’s a bit cramped when the bigger classes meet up. We have a small cupboard where we keep the extra sets of strings and some old sheet music. Sometimes we drink tea together in the break. It’s a regular place for regular people who want to learn a bit of art. We’ve been in Koramangala for a while and the neighbors don't mind the noise too much. It is just a local spot for music and dance practice.