Best Sloka Classes in Washington Metro Area

I’ve always loved Telugu devotional and light music, but I never had formal guidance. Artium’s classes gave me that push I needed. The teacher is patient, and even though I started late, I feel completely at ease

What I love about Artium Academy is that it doesn’t feel like a typical class — it feels like a personal musical journey. I’m learning to sing old Bollywood classics, and every session leaves me feeling more connected to the music I love.

Learning music was on my bucket list for years. With Artium Academy, I finally got started. My mentor understands my pace and encourages me without pressure. I’m now confidently singing songs I used to be shy about.

I used to sing casually in my younger days but never had any formal training. Artium Academy gave me the chance to finally polish my voice. The Hindi film music classes are suitable for adults like me too, and the personal attention is fantastic

My daughter is learning Western vocals and she absolutely loves the classes. Her pitch and expression have improved so much. The mentor brings in new songs every week and keeps her constantly motivated.

My son had tried learning the keyboard elsewhere but never stuck with it. With Artium Academy, he’s genuinely excited before every session. The mentor keeps the sessions interactive and tailors the pace to match his progress.

My child is learning Carnatic music through Artium, and it's the highlight of her week. She’s learning varnams and geethams at a steady pace, and the online format has never been a problem — it feels like the teacher is right here with us

We were looking for Carnatic training that fits into our busy schedule — Artium Academy turned out to be perfect. The teacher is patient, and I can already hear a big difference in my son's shruti alignment and rhythm.

My daughter has always been interested in singing, and Artium's online Carnatic classes gave her a solid foundation. The teacher not only focuses on technique but also explains the meaning behind the compositions, which I really appreciate as a parent

I am forever grateful to Pt. Vibhakar Pandey Ji for his exceptional guidance and mentorship in vocal classical music. Since 2019, our online sessions have been a transformative journey, refining my technique and deepening my understanding of this ancient art form. His expertise, patience, and passion are truly inspiring. Guruji's ability to break down complex concepts into accessible lessons has been invaluable. His dedication to preserving and sharing the richness of classical music is commendable. I'm honored to have him as my Guruji and highly recommend him to anyone seeking authentic classical music training. Thank you, GuruJi, for sharing your wisdom and nurturing my musical growth. Charles Deenen

A wonderful academy that helps teacher and students to connect from across the world.

Learning Carnatic music from Shanti gaaru has been an incredibly enriching experience. She has not only taught me so many beautiful keerthanas but also inspired a deep love for our tradition and spirituality. Her encouragement and positive energy have helped me grow in confidence and deepen my understanding of both music and devotion. I feel truly grateful to have her as my guru – she continues to make my musical journey meaningful in every way.

Santhi garu has lot of patience and really focuses on each individual. She even explains the essence or the meaning of the song which gives a deeper connection with god

This course is a perfect blend of tradition and modern teaching methods. It’s helped me build a strong foundation in Carnatic music while nurturing my love for this beautiful art form.

The course structure is incredibly well-designed, making complex ragas and talas accessible for beginners. I’m amazed at how much I’ve learned in such a short time!

This Carnatic music course has been a transformative experience. The teachings go beyond just music; they’ve deepened my connection with my cultural roots and spirituality

A wonderful academy that helps teacher and students to connect from across the world.

My daughter loves this music class.” We signed up my daughter for vocal music lessons, and honestly, it’s been amazing. Her teacher is super patient and encouraging, and I’ve seen such a big difference in her confidence. She actually looks forward to class every week, which is saying a lot!

Super impressed with the quality. I’ve done both Hindustani and light music sessions here, and both were fantastic. The teachers are super knowledgeable but also make you feel totally at ease, no matter your level. I always leave class feeling motivated.

My son’s loving piano again! We were struggling to find a good piano class where my son actually enjoyed learning. But here, he connected with the teacher right away, and now he’s practicing without being asked! It’s been such a positive change.

Incredible teaching and such a supportive vibe! I recently joined Artium Academy for Bollywood singing classes, and I’m honestly blown away. The sessions are fun, structured, and the teacher makes sure you're really learning, not just singing along. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to learn seriously but still enjoy the process.

Didn't even feel like an online class! I was a bit skeptical at first — I wasn’t sure how effective online singing lessons would be. But Artium completely changed my mind. The sessions are so interactive, and the teacher gives real-time feedback just like you'd get in person. Honestly, it feels like I’m in a studio with them.

Like having a music teacher in your living room! Artium’s setup is just so good. My 10-year-old son takes beginner singing lessons, and it truly feels like his teacher is right there with him. The sound quality, the interaction, everything is smooth — it doesn’t feel remote at all. We’re super impressed.

My child is learning Piano at Artium and I've had an incredible experience! The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and truly passionate about teaching. Before joining Artium, I wasn't sure how anyone could learn Piano online but I am happy to see how easy it is. The flexible online classes fit perfectly into my schedule, and the personalized approach has helped my daughter progress faster than I expected. I highly recommend Artium Academy to anyone looking to learn piano in a supportive and engaging environment!

I have joined Artium when it was still in the early stages. They have definitely evolved over time, with a more efficient dashboard and online platform to track lessons, learnings other session related details. They are very supportive with the learning process, and overtime I have been exposed to sources which have helped me grow as a singer.

A great platform to learn music. Very happy with the flexibility of classes and the quality of lessons

Respected Guruji,?? I am forever grateful for the gift of music you have shared with me over the past four years. Your guidance, patience, and expertise have helped me grow not only as a musician but also as a person. Your passion for Hindustani classical music is contagious, and your ability to break down complex concepts into simple, understandable lessons has made learning a joyful experience. Your dedication to your students is unparalleled, and I feel fortunate to have you as my guru. Your encouragement and support have helped me overcome challenges and push beyond my limits. Thank you, Guruji, for being an exceptional teacher, mentor, and inspiration. I look forward to continuing my musical journey under your guidance. Pranam ??

Pt. Vibhakar Pandey Guruji embodies the essence of a true guru, wise, compassionate, and dedicated. His teachings transcend music, imparting valuable life lessons on discipline, focus, and self-expression. I feel grateful to have him as my mentor and guide.

Pt. Vibhakar Pandey Guruji is a master teacher who embodies the essence of Hindustani classical music. His lessons are enlightening, engaging, and tailored to each student's needs. Guruji's expertise and passion have reignited my love for music, helping me reach new heights in my musical journey. I feel blessed to learn from him.

I have had the privilege of learning Hindustani Classical Music from Pt. Vibhakar Pandey Guruji for 5 years, and I must say that it has been a transformative experience. Guruji's exceptional teaching skills,vast knowledge, and passion for music make him an outstanding mentor. Guruji's approach to teaching is holistic and personalized. He understands each student's unique strengths,weaknesses,and learning style,and tailors his instruction accordingly.His patience, encouragement,and constructive feedback create a supportive and motivating environment that fosters growth and improvement. What sets Guruji apart is his ability to balance technical precision with emotional expression.He guides students to develop a deep understanding of raga, taal, and laya, while also nurturing their creativity and individuality Guruji's classes are not just music lessons; they are spiritual experiences that transport you to a realm of beauty, tranquility, and self-discovery.His love for music is contagious, and his dedication to his craft is inspiring I feel fortunate to have Guruji as my mentor and guide.His teachings have not only enhanced my musical skills but also enriched my life with a deeper appreciation for Indian classical music and culture. If you're seeking a genuine guru who can ignite your passion for Hindustani Classical Music, look no further than Pt. Vibhakar Pandey Guruji.His expertise wisdom and compassion make him an invaluable resource for music enthusiasts of all levels.

My experience with Pt. Vibhakar Pandey has been exceptional. I had little knowledge of Hindustani classical music and have a non-Indian background and yet Guruji took good care to teach me from the beginning. He is a great guru for students who are passionate and dedicated. He does not give or allow shortcuts and makes sure that you will have a firm foundation in musical knowledge and vocal skill. He tailors his classes to each student based on their needs and goals, and while strict he is also encouraging and kind. I highly recommend Guruji for any serious student.

Pt. Vibhakar Pandey ji, is an excellent Guru. The classes are taken on one to one basis. Every student is different and his expectations from this class are different. May it be learning Hindustani Classical Music only, or being able to perform on stage, or become a playback singer. Any student who shows willingness and dedication to put efforts, they definitely get what they want. Only rule is to work hard. Guruji is very caring and concerned for his students and willing to share as much of his knowledge as student has the hunger for, no limitations. He is very hardworking and strict. Yet he is very kind and polite. If you want to learn music seriously then, I definitely recommend to not lose this opportunity.

Incredible Classical Music Teacher.He teaches on Skype but you would feel much much better than in person classes.His teaching quality and very high level of experience in teaching,you would get amazed.over all a master class of teaching.

Awesome learning. I have been talking classes from Guruji for the last two years and my growth in music has been exponential. Guruji’s practice material and patience to teach is amazing. What a huge difference he’s made in my singing. When I hear my recording from before and now I can’t believe the difference that has occurred. Thank you Guruji for your patience and help.

I started learning music late in my career but lucky me I found my Guruji Pandit Vibhakar Pandey. He has an experience of 25 years in music. All of his Raga are so detailed. He is also flexible with his schedule and motivates you all the time throughout your music journey. I don't think I would have got a better teacher than him.????

Guruji is a great teacher that should definitely be looked at for help understanding the ragas. I find his method of teaching techniques involving vocal improvements is most effective. I will say it is important to learn the ragas and try to keep practicing it, because it will be difficult to reach in this class without personal effort. This class should be taken seriously and Guruji will really help you.

Pandit Vibhakar sir is one of the finest Music Guru,I have ever met in my whole life.I have been learning from 3.5 years from him,and the results are magical,awesome.I am very thankful to god that I met Vibhakar sir and started learning. Guys,if you are willing to start learning then I would VERY VERY STRONGLY SUGGEST ALL TO JOIN Pandit Vibhakar Sirji.

Hi Friends, It's my great great LUCK that I am learning from Pandit Vibhakar Guruji,he is awesome incredible outstanding,infact we can not describe his musical knowledge and experience and also the superb superb style of teaching. If You Joined Here It Means You're gonna become an Artist with the perfection for sure. You would not learn ONLY Music here, You would learn many many things,like the confidence,getting rid of nervousness,the motivation,the culture,the language purity,the pronunciation,much much more many things.SO I WOULD VERY STRONGLY SUGGEST ALL TO JOIN Pandit Vibhakar Guruji ASAP.

I achieved what I wanted to get in singing.thank you so so much to vibhakar Guruji,he is awesome+awesome+awesome (10000 times awesome) Guruji of music teaching.his experience and his way of teaching,his musical knowledge more than 1000 Ocean,just incredible,just incredible incredible and incredible. My strong suggestion to all new beginners and also for experienced students, PLEASE DO JOIN ASAP Without any delay,you would automatically understand everything within 2 years only.i am saying this because of my 3 years learning experience. Thanks all for reading

I was wondering that can I start learning after completing 30 years of age,and it's more than 5 months under Panditji,and it's just wow feelings of learning.Panditji is just awesome,words don't have ability to describe his knowledge and experience of music.everyone was saying it but after experiencing his teaching,now I am also saying,he is a magician of musical knowledge.strongly suggest and advise all beginners and masters too,to join Panditji teaching.??

Hi friends, If you're reading reviews then this review is for you only.we are here to learn quality music infact that kind of music from which we can achieve something in our lives like name fame etc. And if we want the fame then then learning quality of music must be very high,and THAT'S WHAT I GOT HERE FROM PANDIT VIBHAKAR GURUJI.he made me so capable in 3 years that I have started taking classes as well as started doing live shows also.what else I had expected when I started learning? I SUGGEST ALL OF YOU THAT DO NOT Go With Low Pricing GREEDINESS.Start learning from Pandit Vibhakar Guruji only,(Nobody Else) 100% you would achieve your dreams ,goals targets of your musical dreams. Thanks all.

Hi all,I am writing here every information of Guruji which all of you would like to know.first thing is fees,Guruji takes $150 usd for 4 lessons and $250 usd for 8 lessons.every lesson duration is 45 minutes.There are multiple music teachers who takes only $80 usd for 8 Lessons BUT I WOULD TELL YOU ALL,why should you come to Guruji paying $250 usd instead of paying $80 usd? If you want to learn The complete knowledge of music,if you want to become a legendary singer,if you wish to become a playback singer,if you want to become a music teacher also,Then come to Pandit vibhakar guruji.he is the master of the masters.so don't think for the money if you're dedicated for the true music learning.Thanks

It's 2 months with Panditji and what an experience,great knowledge great experience very kind ,like an ocean of musical knowledge Allah! I would invite all of you to join Panditji earliest. Guys don't be misguided in less fees marketing skilled classes,they are fake.I joined one class named as go4guru,they offered me $10 per lesson and because of very less price I joined there,but after a few lessons i realised that the teacher was just a beginner and he was also learning from 2 years and go4guru institute told me that the teacher had 10 years of teaching experience.so don't waste your time with fake and beginner teachers. Join Pandit Vibhakar ji asap.all the best

Awesome awesome and awesome.in the beginning I thought,how would I learn virtually because I was keen to learn in person but when I talked to guruji,I started learning on skype because vibhakar guruji teaches only on skype,and guys it's just one month completed,just wow,great inspiration,great motivation, energetic,and highest musical knowledge and experience,so friendly,so humble, great great & only great.i'm very lucky to that's why i luckily got this opportunity to learn from such a great and talented and experienced guruji.very very very strongly suggest all guys to join here. Thanks all!

Hi All, I am writing this review after learning 2 years from Guruji. He teaches on Skype application only, and one on one lessons only,he takes $250 USD for 8 lessons in a month. But the musical knowledge like him, it's rarest rare to find such a great Music Guru. Brilliant Guruji, Such a great knowledge GURUJI HAS. MAGICAL TEACHING, GREAT TEACHER, GURUJI IS THE MASTER OF MASTERS. If you have good voice then definitely he would teach you, and once he started teaching you, it means you're lucky. Please don't get confused, Join Gurujii immediately. All the best

Vibhakar Guruji is one of the best teachers in Hindustani classical music. He himself belongs to the kirana gharana and Benares gharana. I love the fact that he os taught from one of my all time favorites, “Pt. Chandulal Mishra ji”. He is super flexible with timing and teaches various lessons in life in addition to the music. This has been a life changing experience for me.

I have been learning here from 6 months on skype because guruji teaches only on skype.withing 6 months only I am seeing great changes in my voice as well as in my musical knowledge.great great great teacher.strongly suggest everyone to start learning from guruji.thanks

Did you feel the magic of music?come and join here, you would start feeling that. Just awesome teacher,he is the master of masters.HE TEACHES ON SKYPE BUT His Teaching Experience Is So Much That Once You started learning,you would feel much much better than IN PERSON CLASSES, Infact DON'T GO FOR IN PERSON CLASSES,just calm down,sit at your home and start learning over here on Skype,you would see the difference within 2 to 3 lessons only.I AM VERY HAPPY THAT I AM LEARNING HERE.THANKS

I really like the course design of Swarkul's vocal classes

I am so happy with Swarkul.

My daughter likes singing very much.She loved the music class from her first day. Archana is lovely and passionate in teaching music for kids. She makes kids enjoy the music while learning. I observed my daughter is learning best with Archana.I definitely recommend Veda school of carnatic music.

My daughter recently joined n she is enjoying learning music n very interestingly she practice in home also,she enjoys learning music and archana is so passionate about music n teaching to kids very happily I recommend who are looking their kids to learn music can join here.

My kid enjoys a lot going to Miss Archana. Teacher coordinates and accommodate everyone with their time and schedules. Totally love it!!!

Lovely teacher with great passion for music and teaching .... both my children love their teacher and look forward to going for classes every week. Archana is extremely patient and kind with the children and conducts her classes in a unique style that complements the children’s energy and enthusiasm. With Archana, I strongly believe my kids will enjoy the process of learning this beautiful art without being intimated. I can’t thank her enough!!

Archana is fantastic, both as a teacher and compliant business owner. She works with kids patiently and is very flexible with schedules. My little one enjoyed her time at class.

My kid always looks forward to attend this music class. I can clearly see progress in my kid’s music skills and in overall musical sense. Ms. Archana is very kind and passionate about teaching music. I will definitely recommend this music school for anyone interested in learning Indian Carnatic music.

My Kid Enjoys a lot going to this place. Teacher Coordinates and accommodates everyone time and schedules. Love it.

Lovely Teacher With Great passion for music and teaching...Both My children love their teacher and look forward to going for classed every week. Archana is extremely patient and kind with the children and conducts her classes in a unique style that complements the children's energy and enthusiasm. With Archana, I Strongly believe my kids will enjoy the process of learning this beautiful art without being intimated. I Can't thank her enough.

Great service! My daughter learns music here and she absolutely loves it!

I couldn't resist hearing of Nehal's CDs with full concentration at one sitting comparing it with others Sanskrit cassettes and CDs. The pronunciation of Nehal is perfect and without any mistakes.

When singing becomes the song of the soul prayers flows between the two.

A sweet voice is the God's gift, let Goddess of learning (Saraswati) sit on the tips of your tongue.

Hi all, Pandit vibhakar guru ji is amazing teacher, he made my daughter a superb vocalist. Thanks guru ji

I have been learning over here from 14 months, and today I am writing my review. Guruji is an ocean of music Join here and learn at least for 12 months, and after 12 months you would also start saying the above sentence, Guruji is an ocean of music I am a performing artist and i was willing to learn indian classical music from a highly experienced teacher. I got in touch with many teachers,some of them were ready to teach in very very less amount and some teachers were very costly, I fried alot to learn from them but all of them could not give me satisfaction from their musical knowledge. Then i contacted Pandit Vibhakar , Oh my Gosh , He is a magician, I immediately realized that whatever I have learnt in my whole life, Pandit ji explained it in one lesson only. I would strongly suggest all people to join here and if you want to satisfy your passion, your dedication then there would not be any other better place than here. Come here and enjoy your musical life. All the best

I am writing this review after attending 3 months classes under Guru ji guidance, I was searching for a very good teacher for the perfection in singing ,I talked to many institutions like sargam music ,go4guru and some more top levels institutions but I have found there only business nothing else. All of them have hired some beginners teachers who are still learning from 2-3 years and they are trying to teach new students.lol What do they teach if they are still learning in the beginning levels? When I talked to Guru ji (Pandit vibhakar) then in the beginning I thought that he would also be like others,but here I was wrong , Luckily I found the best Guruji of my musical career, Guruji is an ocean ,he has complete knowledge of music,he is the master of masters , I would suggest every student to come to Guruji if they are trying to learn better than the best in music. Thanks

Great improvement in vocals within a year.Pure training of hindustani classical music!

After learning for 8 months from GURUJI, I am writing this ... I had been learning classical music in two different musical institutes simultaneously from 5 years but I WAS NOT AT ALL SATISFIED WITH THAT,, AFTER COMING TO THIS GURUJI ,I FELT HOW DEEP THE MUSIC IS.. SIMPLY GREAT TEACHER, PERFECT KNOWLEDGE AND GREAT EXPERIENCE.. IN SIMPLE WORDS.. JUST AWESOME TEACHER.. WOW...

I have never seen such a great knowledge of teaching music in a single teacher.. marvellous , amazing, GREAT GREAT TEACHER OF MUSIC ,I HAVE EVER BEEN SEEN BEFORE ... ??????

Incredible, Superb, Awesome... Fantastic GURUJI FOR MUSIC...

I am blessed that's why I joined here.. Magical music teacher... Really Great...

I really work hard and travelled TO many musical institutes to learn classical music but I have never gotten satisfied , BUT, WHEN I JOINED HERE, YES, I GOT MY PLACE, THE BEST TECHNIQUES TO MAKE NEW STUDENTS UNDERSTAND ABOUT CLASSICAL MUSIC, VERY FRIENDLY BEHAVIOR, AWESOME AND GREAT GREAT & GREAT GURU JI ... FRIENDS,IF YOU WISH TO LEARN CLASSICAL MUSIC AND WANT TO BECOME A PERFECT VOCALIST , I STRONGLY SUGGEST YOU TO JOIN HERE.. Please ,do not be confused and waste your time to search other institutes LIKE ME, LIKE I DID BEFORE.. JUST COME HERE AND START YOUR PERFECT JOURNEY WITH THE BLESSINGS OF GREAT GURU JI .. ALL THE VERY BEST...

Experienced music teacher. My daughter love the class. Free demo done and started classes. My friend in California referred Go4Guru online classes. Her son taking Math and Hindi classes

Friendly and experienced teachers! Low cost compare to any other music schools in USA. My daughter taking online carnatic music classes for past 5 years. No class cancellation and class scheduling is flexible is this company plus. Thank you Padma Mam for the wonderful online carnatic music classes. Now, my 2nd daughter started online Hindustani music classes with Ragavendra Sir