The Tamil Playback Series blends the charm of Kollywood music with classical and modern techniques, helping you build strong foundations in voice, expression, and performance. Inspired by Shankar Mahadevan’s own journey, it makes classical concepts simple and engaging by teaching through popular Tamil film songs. From your first note to confident playback singing, this program makes learning both relatable and enjoyable.

Why Tamil Playback Series?

• Learn with Film Songs – Train using popular Kollywood tracks in structured lessons.
• Strong Foundations – Build skills in pitch, rhythm, melody, and breath control.
• Classical + Contemporary – Apply swaras and alankars to film music.
• Performance Ready – Gain confidence, expression, and voice modulation for stage & studio.
• Step-by-Step Growth – Progress through Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Dha Ni with new techniques at every stage.

What You’ll Learn

• Voice culture, breath control, and clarity
• Sur & Taal (pitch and rhythm) essentials
• Expression, voice modulation, and dynamics
• Semi-classical and raga-based elements in Tamil film songs
• Improvisation and performance techniques
• The art of making a melody truly your own

Course Structure:

The Tamil Playback Series progresses step by step across different stages, aligned with Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Dha Ni:

• Sa & Re – Foundations: Sur, taal, simple melodies, and breath basics.
• Ga & Ma – Intermediate: Voice modulation, semi-classical touch, and expressive dynamics.
• Pa & Dha – Advanced: Improvisation, raga integration, and performance readiness.
• Ni – (Capstone) Bringing it all together through advanced Tamil film-based

Who Is This Course For?

• Beginners eager to explore playback singing
• Students of classical music wanting to apply techniques to film music
• Intermediate singers seeking voice culture and performance skills
• Anyone passionate about Tamil music and playback singing traditions