Associated with Commonwealth Music Partnership
Aditya Thapa
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(Piano Mentor/Manager)
Aditya began his piano studies with Mr. Kapil Singh, a passionate and insightful teacher from Darjeeling, and under Mr Suraj Mani Barmay during his college years at 19 years of age. He is currently studying with Neecia Majolly and Natalia Kapylova. Coming from a musical family he was surrounded by Nepali folk and Hindustani music since birth.
However, it was Western classical piano pieces that touched a deep nerve in his heart which impelled him to dedicate his life for the fluency and perfection of his craft.
Aditya has an Licentiate Diploma in Piano Performance from the Trinity College, London and has taught students of all ages and proficiencies. His goal as a teacher is to help his students have a profound experience of music and speak its language whilst developing a sturdy and secure technique.
Kristmat Marak
(Piano Mentor)
Kristmat who hails from Meghalaya, is a passionate classical pianist who received his musical training from The Bangalore Conservatory earning his Bachelor's Degree in Piano Performance and Pedagogy. He also has a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy which helps him to foster critical thinking and a deeper understanding of music’s role in human life. He loves sharing his passion for music by performing and teaching.
As a pianist, Kristmat Marak is committed to pushing the boundaries of musical expression and connecting with audiences through the power of music.
He is also a tenor vocalist with a passion for sacred music and choral repertoire, and has performed a wide range of choral repertoire, from Renaissance masterpiece to contemporary compositions.
With a love for collaboration and a dedication to his craft, he is a sought-after accompanist and a vocalist for concerts, services, and special events. His music-making is a reflection of his deep appreciation for the beauty and power of music to uplift and inspire.
Machut Kasomwoshi
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​(Vocal Mentor)
Machut is a singer, song writer and a guitarist. Hailing from Manipur, he developed his affinity for music since early childhood and started singing and performing at the age of 10. He received most of his early training in his church, participating in several events, camps and concerts. He kept performing at various competitions, joining a church choir and a worship team for 5 years to make better sense of music around him. He then started writing his own songs with the guitar. Later in order to understand music in a more theoretical and deeper level his real voice and authentic mode of expression, he decided to join a degree programme and completed Bachelor of Music in Music Education at The Bangalore Conservatory. He soon realised his love and became passionate about sharing the art in the form of teaching. Since 2017, he started serving as a western vocal teacher.
‘Music for me is a way to connect life and people. I feel and strongly believe that it can help people discover parts of themselves and their feelings, and their emotional selves through music. Music is universal and part of human life and it helps in emotional development and growth’.
Seyiekhriezo Solo
​(Vocal Mentor)
Solo is a music educator with a Bachelor of Music (BMus) from Bangalore Conservatory, specializing in voice. He has 4 years of teaching experience and works with students of all age groups, teaching across various musical genres.
His teaching style focuses strongly on vocal techniques, discipline, and exam preparation.He believes in structured learning while also encouraging students to grow in their own musical expression.
He was also recognized as a performer by winning the solo competition “Band-e-Mataram,” which adds to his practical understanding of music alongside teaching.
Daniel Chonzik
​(Guitar Mentor)
Daniel is a music educator/guitar instructor, and caters to different styles of guitar playing - Classical, Acoustic and Electric guitar. He focuses on guitar concepts and techniques that will help students understand the instrument in a fun and simple way. He completed his Bachelor in Music from The Bangalore Conservatory. During his studies there, he has taught privately and in schools, and also played in a band that won "Band-E-Mataram S3". He believes that music teaching is a two way process, where the students learn, and the teacher gains experience and knowledge. His goal is to make students self dependent for their further musical journey,
Premkumar
(Recorder Mentor)
Premkumar hails from Pondicherry and has a Licentiate of the Trinity College of London in Recorder. He is presently teaching at the Bangalore School of Music as a Recorder Teacher. He has more than 15 years’ experience as a teacher and performer, and is also one of the founding members of the Pondicherry Flute (Recorder) Ensemble. He has also performed alongside visiting musicians from Europe .
Nikhil Gazmer
(Admin)
With a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce and Honours in Accountancy, Nikhil is a passionate and versatile professional with a unique blend of creative and analytical experience He is also a skilled drummer with a strong background in teaching drums to students across age groups, fostering musical growth through structured learning and performance guidance. He is adept at handling social media management, including content creation, engagement strategies, and brand promotion for music-related initiatives. His prior professional experience includes working in advisory roles in the stock market, providing insights and guidance to clients, as well as content moderation at TikTok, ensuring compliance and maintaining platform integrity. He combines creativity, communication, and analytical skills to deliver impactful results across diverse fields.
