Thiyagasamudram
G Siddhanth
Mrudangam Artist | Percussionist
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About Me
I'm Siddhanth Girish, a 20-year-old Mrudangam artiste based in Melbourne. My journey with this divine percussion instrument began at the age of 6 under the guidance of Shri Sridhar Chari(disciple of Dr. Umayalpuram K Sivaraman), who first inspired my love for rhythm and tradition. After my family moved to India in 2013, I was fortunate to continue my training under none other than Padma Vibhushan awardee, Sangeeta Kalanidhi Dr. Umayalpuram K Sivaraman, with whom I’ve been learning for nearly 12 years and continue my intensive training.
On 16 February 2025, my revered guru Dr. Umayalpuram K Sivaraman arranged my mrudangam arangetram at Chennai, where my first guru was present on this occasion. I consider this as a great moment in my artistic career.
With extensive concert training and continued mentorship from my current guru, I hope to make a name in the realm of carnatic music. For me to achieve this, I pray to Almighty and my gurus to crown my endeavors with success.
Alongside my musical pursuits, I am currently in my second year of a dual degree at Monash University, undertaking a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce.
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Esteemed Gurus
Dr. Umayalpuram K. Sivaraman
A legendary figure in Carnatic music, Dr. Sivaraman is renowned for his unparalleled mastery of the Mrudangam. Born in 1935 in Umayalpuram, Tamil Nadu, he has been honored with numerous accolades, including the Padma Vibhushan and the Sangeetha Kalanidhi. His illustrious career spans over eight decades, during which he has accompanied countless maestros and contributed significantly to the evolution of Mrudangam playing. Under his guidance since 2015, I continue to learn and delve deep into the intricacies of rhythm and performance.
Shri. Sridhar Chari
A devoted disciple of Dr. Umayalpuram K. Sivaraman and earlier trained by Kumbakonam Rajappa Iyer, Shri Sridhar Chari has performed for over four decades across India, Australia, and New Zealand, earning acclaim for his tonal clarity and musical sensitivity. He was honoured with the Victorian Multicultural Award of Excellence in 2011. Based in Melbourne, he leads the Laya Vidhya Centre, where he teaches Mridangam and flute.
Shri. Sridhar Chari
A devoted disciple of Dr. Umayalpuram K. Sivaraman and Kumbakonam Rajappa Iyer, Shri Sridhar Chari has earned acclaim for his tonal clarity and musical sensitivity, performing widely across Australia and India. In 2011, he received the Victorian Multicultural Award of Excellence for his contributions to Indian classical music in Australia. Under his guidance between the ages of 6 and 7, I developed a deep and lasting passion for the art form.
Achievements & Recognition
Swar Sadhna, Mumbai -All India music and dance competition 2017
All India 5th prize (Percussion: Junior)
Swar Sadhna,Mumbai-All India music and dance competition 2019
All India 2nd prize (Percussion: Junior)
HCL Concerts and Rhapsody, Chennai - Global music competition 2021
Finalist [ Top 10 )- Mrudangam Juniors
HrudayaRhythm Chennai - Global music competition 2025
Second Price [Senior percussion]
Showcase Videos
Showcase 1
Anupallavi: Reethigowla-Nanu vidachi
Showcase 2
Carnam ending: Saveri-Shankari
Showcase 3
Kizh Kaalam Neraval: Koluvai-Bhairavi
Showcase 4
Mel Kaalam Swaram: Pantuvarali: Shambo Mahadeva
Showcase 5
Mel Kaalam Neraval- Shankarabharnam-Saroja dala netri
Showcase 6
Kizh Kaalam Carnam-Ahiri-Mayamma
Upcoming Concerts
24 May 2026
4:50 PM
Melbourne Trinity Festival 2026
- Vocal: Rangan Brothers
- Violin: Bhairavi Raman
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
Completed Concerts
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Melbourne Margazhi Mahotsavam
21 Feb 2026 |
- Veena: Pramodh & Tharany
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Paalam TV, Global Annual Fest, Chennai
2 Jan 2026 |
- Vocal: Vibha Shivarajan
- Violin: Vedavarshini Raghavan
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Nadamadhuram, Arkay Convention Centre, Chennai
2 Jan 2026 |
- Vocal: Pragadeesh Shanmugarajah
- Violin: Krishny Shanmugarajah
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Thyaga Brahma Gana Sabha, Vani Mahal Chennai
29 Dec 2025 |
- Mandolin: Naren
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
- Kanjira: Swaminathan
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Maarga, Chennai
27 Dec 2025 |
- Violin Duet: Divya Sundaram & Keerthivasan
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Anandam Seniors Living, Chennai
23 Dec 2025 |
- Veena: Iyer Brothers Shri. Gopinath and Shri Ramnath Iyer (disciples of the veena maestros, R. Pichumani and Trivandrum R. Venkataraman)
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Hamsadhwani, Chennai
19 Dec 2025 |
- Vocal: Aditi Subramanian
- Violin: TBA
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Srothavaham, Srinivasa Sastry Hall, Chennai
6,7 Dec 2025 |
- Participant: Lecture Demonstration-Mrudangam
- The Splendour in the Dynamics of Mrudangam- By Dr. Umayalpuram K Sivaraman
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Srothavaham, Srinivasa Sastry Hall, Chennai
4 Dec 2025 |
- Vocal: Supriya Raja
- Violin: Kailasapathy
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Melbourne Veena Festival, Melbourne
26 October 2025 | 1.5 hrs full length concert
- Veena: Iyer Brothers Shri. Gopinath and Shri Ramnath Iyer (disciples of the veena maestros, R. Pichumani and Trivandrum R. Venkataraman)
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Private concert, Melbourne
30 August 2025 | 1.5 hrs full length concert
- Vocal: Smt. Krithi Madhu (Disciple of Sangeeta Kalaratna Vidushi Neela Rajagopal)
- Violin: Smt. Bhairavi Raman (disciple of Vid. Murali Kumar and Vid. S. Varadarajan)
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Sri Vakrathunda Vinayagar Temple Music Festival, Melbourne
19 July 2025 | 1 Hr concert
- Veena: Iyer Brothers Shri. Gopinath and Shri Ramnath Iyer (disciples of the veena maestros, R. Pichumani and Trivandrum R. Venkataraman)
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Evergreen Festival-INCONCERT music, Melbourne
27 April 2025 | 2.5 hrs full length concert
- Vocal: Shri. Vinay Sharva (Disciple of Sangeeta Kalanidhi Nedunuri Krishnamoorthy
- Violin: Shri. Murali Kumar (Disciple of Sangeeta Kalanidhi M S Gopalakrishnan
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
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Arangetram- UKS school, Chennai
16 February 2025 | 2.5 hrs full length concert
- Vocal: Shri. Sunil Gargyn
- Violin: Shri. Raghul Ravindran
- Mrudangam: Thiyagasamudram G Siddhanth
- Kanjira: Shri B S Purushotham
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