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{{Short description|Indian Carnatic music vocalist}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=July 2025}}
{{Use Indian English|date=July 2025}}
{{Infobox person
| name = Nagamani Srinath
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1950|4|7|df=yes}}
| birth_place = [[Mysore]], [[Kingdom of Mysore]], [[British India]]
| occupation = Carnatic vocalist, guru
| awards = [[Sangeet Natak Akademi Award]] (2010)
}}
Dr. G. N. Nagamani Srinath<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Nadatarangini - Mysore G.N. Nagamani Srinath |url=https://www.nadatarangini.org/artists/mysore-g-n-nagamani-srinath |access-date=2026-03-29 |website=www.nadatarangini.org |language=en-US}}</ref> <ref name="HinduMysuru">{{cite news |title=Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha concludes |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/mysuru-sangeetha-sugandha-concludes/article68852361.ece |work=[[The Hindu]] |date=27 November 2024 |access-date=8 April 2025}}</ref>was born on April 7, 1950, to G.N. Narayana and Venkatalakshamma in Jodi Gubbi, a remote village in Hassan district, Karnataka, India.

Dr. G. N. Nagamani Srinath is an Indian [[Carnatic music|Carnatic]] vocalist, composer, and educator. She has performed widely in India and around the world. She has held the position of professor of music at Maharani’s Arts College in Mysore and Bengaluru. She is connected to the Sunaada Cultural Centre, which focuses on teaching [[Carnatic music|Carnatic music.]]<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=musicearn :: Performing Artist Management, Concert Management, Learning Network, Digital Library, Musician, Dancer, Connection, Campaign, Referral |url=https://www.musicearn.in/me/gnnagamani-gnnagamanisrinath |access-date=2026-03-29 |website=www.musicearn.in}}</ref>

== Early Life and Education ==
Dr. G. N. Nagamani Srinath was born in Hassan district, Karnataka, India. She was trained in Carnatic music under the Gurukula System with [[Ramnad Krishnan]] in Madras. She was also studied with several musicians, including [[M. L. Vasanthakumari]], [[K. V. Narayanaswamy]], [[T. M. Thiagarajan|T. M. Thyagarajan]], [[D. K. Jayaraman]], [[T. Brinda]], Mukta, Gowri Kuppa Swamy, [[V. Ramarathnam|V. Ramaratnam]], and R. Vishweshwaran.<ref name=":1" />

She holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in music from [[University of Mysore|Mysore University]]<ref name="HinduMysuru" />, where she earned high ranks and gold medals<ref name=":0" />. She also completed a postgraduate diploma in music from the [[Government of Tamil Nadu]]<ref name=":1" /> and received a Vidwat qualification from the [[Government of Karnataka|Government of Karnataka.]]<ref name=":1" /> Tumkur University awarded her a Doctor of Literature (D.Litt) in music.

Prof. G. N. Nagamani Srinath is part of a group of musicians who have been prominent in [[Carnatic music]]<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |title=Dr. Nagamani Srinath – Soorya Performing Arts |url=https://www.sooryaperformingarts.org/nagamanisrinath/#:~:text=Nagamani%20Srinath's%20vibrant%20melodious%20voice,Emirates,%20Hong%20Kong%20and%20Malaysia. |access-date=2026-03-29 |website=www.sooryaperformingarts.org}}</ref> for over sixty years. Her knowledge and interpretation have made her a significant presence in Carnatic music. She possesses an impressive understanding of music and delivers it with emotional depth that resonates with both the elite and the general public.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />

== EDUCATION & ACADEMIC HONORS<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |title=musicearn :: Performing Artist Management, Concert Management, Learning Network, Digital Library, Musician, Dancer, Connection, Campaign, Referral |url=https://www.musicearn.in/me/gnnagamani-gnnagamanisrinath#:~:text=Nagamani%20has%20a%20sterling%20academic%20record%20with,M.A%20in%20Music%20-%201%20st%20Ra |access-date=2026-03-29 |website=www.musicearn.in}}</ref> ==
Prof. Nagamani Srinath's academic record includes gold medals and scholarships.

* Scholarship in [[Carnatic music|Carnatic Music]] by the Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India, 1971<ref name=":0" /> <ref name=":3" />
* Bachelor of Arts - 2nd Rank & Gold Medal, [[University of Mysore|Mysore University]], 1970<ref name=":4" />
* Master of Arts in Music - 1st Rank, [[University of Mysore|Mysore University]], 1976<ref name=":0" />
* Vidwat in Music - 1st Rank, Gold Medal, [[Government of Karnataka]], 1971<ref name=":0" /> <ref name=":3" />
* Post Graduate Diploma in Music - Gold Medal, [[Government of Tamil Nadu]], 1973<ref name=":0" />
* Doctor of Literature (D.Litt) in Music from Tumkur University, 2014<ref name=":0" /> <ref name=":1" />
* Top grade artist of AIR and Doordarshan, 2001 <ref name=":0" />

== Career ==
Prof. Nagamani Srinath started performing [[Carnatic music]] as a teenager and has given concerts throughout India, including the Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha festival<ref name="HinduMysuru" />. She has also taught many students, showcasing their progress in annual concerts, like the one in 2016 at [[Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan]] in Chennai. She advocates for more opportunities for Carnatic musicians in Karnataka and for greater recognition of classical music in state honors like the [[Rajyotsava Prashasti|Karnataka Rajyotsava Awards]]<ref name="Rajyotsava" />. In 2024, she published a book, "Antaraalada Alaapane<ref name=":5">{{Cite news |last=Govind |first=Ranjani |date=2024-04-04 |title=Vocalist Nagamani Srinath’s book Antaraalada Alaapane to be released on April 7, is the first part of her autobiography |url=https://www.thehindu.com/books/vocalist-nagamani-srinath-chronicles-her-musical-journey-in-antaraalada-alaapane/article68018857.ece |access-date=2026-03-29 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>", discussing her experiences as a Carnatic vocalist.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />

She has performed for All India Radio and [[Doordarshan]]<ref name=":5" />, taking part in their national programs and radio concerts.

Prof. Nagamani Srinath served as Professor and Head of the Music Department at Maharani’s Arts and Commerce College under Mysore University and Bengaluru University<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /><ref name=":5" />. She has also been a visiting faculty member at [[Bangalore University]] and [[Jain University]].<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />

As a performer, she has presented Carnatic vocal concerts in India and countries like the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. She has participated in festivals and cultural events, including the [[South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation|SAARC]]<ref name=":5" /><ref name=":2" /> cultural festival and concerts at the Madras Music Academy. She has also performed in broadcasts on [[Doordarshan|All India Radio and Doordarshan.]]<ref name="HinduMysuru" /><ref name=":0" />

Additionally, she has taught [[Carnatic music]] to students both in India and abroad, using online platforms.<ref name="SNA">{{cite web |title=Mysore Nagamani Srinath |url=https://www.sangeetnatak.gov.in/public/uploads/awardees/docs/1741087454_Mysore%20Nagamani%20Srinath.pdf |website=[[Sangeet Natak Akademi]] |access-date=8 April 2025}}</ref>

== Awards and recognition ==
* [[Rajyotsava Prashasti]] Award<ref name="Rajyotsava">{{cite web |title=Rajyotsava Awards |url=https://karnataka.gov.in/page/Awards/State%20Awards/Rajyotsava%2BAwards/en |website=Karnataka Government |access-date=1 July 2025 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200615163256/https://karnataka.gov.in/page/Awards/State%20Awards/Rajyotsava+Awards/en |archive-date=15 June 2020}}</ref>, in 1998
* [[Sangeet Natak Akademi Award]]<ref name="SNA" /><ref name=":4">{{Cite news |date=2011-07-22 |title=Sangeet Natak Akademi fellowships for four eminent artistes |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Delhi/sangeet-natak-akademi-fellowships-for-four-eminent-artistes/article2284394.ece |access-date=2025-08-01 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN}}</ref>, in 2010
* Sangita Kala Acharya award from the [[Madras Music Academy]] for her work as a performer and teacher<ref name="DeccanChronicleAward">{{cite news |title=The Sangita Kala Acharya awards will go to vocalist Mysore Nagamani Srinath and percussionist T.H. Subashchandran |url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/150622/nation-current-affairs/article/vocalist-sanjay-subrahmanyan-gets-sangita-kalanidhi |work=[[Deccan Chronicle]] |date=22 June 2015 |access-date=8 April 2025}}</ref>, in 2015
* Best Musician Award – Music Academy Madras<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />

* Gold Medal - M.A 1st Rank - [[University of Mysore|Mysore University]]<ref name=":5" /><ref name=":1" /><ref name="HinduMysuru" /><ref name=":0" />

* Gold Medal - Post Graduate Diploma - 1st Rank - [[Government of Tamil Nadu|Tamilnadu Govt]]. <ref name=":1" /><ref name=":5" /><ref name=":0" />
* Gold Medal - 1st Rank - Vidwat - Govt. of Karnataka <ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />
* Ganasaraswati - Sri. B.D. Jathi, [[Vice President of India]]<ref name=":5" /><ref name=":0" />
* [[Karnataka Kalashri|Karnataka Kalasri]] - [[Karnataka Sangeeta Nritya Academy|Karnataka Sangeetha Nritya Academy]], 1997<ref name=":4" /><ref name="DeccanChronicleAward" />
* Best Teacher Award - Collegiate Education, Karnataka State, 2003<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":0" />
* Chowdiah National Award - Academy of Music, Bangalore, 2010 <ref name=":1" />
* [[Gaanakalabhooshana]] - Ganakala Parishat, Karnataka, 2010<ref name=":5" /> <ref name=":0" />
* [[Puravankara Saangeetya Puraskar]] - Sangitya <ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />
* Arya Batta Award <ref name=":0" /><ref name="DeccanHeraldRajyotsava">{{cite news |title=Classical music not adequately represented in Rajyotsava awards |url=https://www.deccanherald.com/features/music/classical-music-not-adequately-represented-in-rajyotsava-awards-2877795 |work=[[Deccan Herald]] |date=2 December 2024 |access-date=8 April 2025}}</ref>
* Mico Award - Mico Company <ref name="DeccanHeraldRajyotsava" />
* Kalabhooshana - Sri Tyagaraja Gana Sabha, 2010<ref name="Rajyotsava" /><ref name=":5" />
* Lifetime Achievement Award - Nagaratnamma, Minister, Karnataka, 2023 <ref name=":0" /><ref name="HinduMysuru" /><ref name=":2" /><ref name="Rajyotsava" />
* Sambrama Puraskar - Governor of Karnataka (Kala Sambhrama), 2010 <ref name=":2" /><ref name=":1" /><ref name="DeccanChronicleAward" />
* Best Musician Award - Telugu Academy, Hyderabad <ref name="HinduMysuru" /><ref name=":1" />
* Ganakalasri - Ganakala Parishat <ref name=":0" /><ref name=":5" />
* Sangeetha Saraswati - Udupi Pejawar Mutt <ref name=":0" /><ref name=":4" /><ref name="HinduMysuru" />

== Personal life ==
Nagamani Srinath lives in Mysore, where she continues to teach and perform. She participates in local festivals and supports efforts to promote Carnatic music.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />

== Works and Contributions ==
Prof. Nagamani Srinath has composed more than 200 musical pieces<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" />, including [[Varnam|varnams]], [[Kriti (music)|kritis]], and tillanas in languages such as Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Sanskrit. Her compositions are performed by various musicians and dancers<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" />.

She has developed educational materials, including audio CDs and DVDs, through projects like "Gurukula" and "Sangeeta Saadhane," which provide lessons on Carnatic music, covering theory and practice.<ref name=":0" />

She has written articles and books about music, focusing on composers like [[Syama Sastri|Shyama Shastri]], [[Veena Kuppayyar]], and [[Tiruvottriyur Tyagayyar|Thiruvotriyur Tyagayyar]]<ref name=":0" />.

As a director and producer, she has created thematic musical productions that blend music, dance, and drama. She also produced a television series called "Mysore Composers," which aired on Doordarshan.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":5" />

== Sunaada Cultural Centre ==
Nagamani Srinath founded the Sunaada Cultural Centre in 1983<ref name="DeccanChronicleAward" />. This institution focuses on teaching Carnatic music using the traditional gurukula method and organizes workshops, festivals, and lectures. The centre also supports students at various levels of training.<ref name="DeccanHeraldRajyotsava" />

== Other Roles ==
She has held various academic and cultural positions, including being a member of the "Sangeeta Nrutya Academy", "Government of Karnataka", serving as a jury member for All India Radio auditions, and being a member of boards of studies at different universities.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /><ref name=":4" />

== Reception ==
Her performances have been reviewed in publications such as [[The Hindu]]<ref name=":5" /><ref name=":4" /> and [[The Indian Express|Indian Express]]<ref name=":5" /><ref name=":0" />, highlighting her vocal range, respect for classical traditions, and unique presentation style.<ref name="HinduMysuru" /><ref name="DeccanHeraldRajyotsava" />

== References ==
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=='''External links'''==
*{{official website|https://nagamanisrinath.com/}}

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