Chennai, 6th June 2024: Artium Academy, India’s leading online music learning platform, has launched its first offline center in Alwarpet, Chennai. Through the initiative, Artium aims to extend its high-quality music education services beyond the digital realm and into local communities. Offering music education using modern pedagogy, the launch marks the beginning of Artium’s plan to establish 50 offline centers across India in the next 12 to 18 months.

The new center in Alwarpet features a state-of-the-art performance arena equipped with the best-in-class instruments. These facilities are designed to enhance the learning experience by providing students with the opportunity to develop their performance and stage skills in a professional environment. The performance arena and all other facilities will be exclusively available to Artium students, ensuring a focused and immersive educational experience.

Commenting on the launch, Vivek Raicha, Co-Founder and President Artium Academy said, “The launch of our first offline center in Chennai is a landmark moment for Artium Academy. We are committed to providing world-class music education that is accessible to all. By expanding into offline centers, we aim to reach more students and foster a deeper sense of community and engagement. Our goal at Artium is to create an environment where students can truly thrive. With top-notch facilities, leading industry maestros, and a dedicated team of teachers, we are providing the tools and support needed for our students to excel in their musical journeys.”

The opening of the Chennai center was graced by national award-winning playback singer & carnatic vocalist P. Unnikrishnan and Artium’s Chief of Pedagogy and renowned voice expert of India Mr. Ananth Vaidyanathan. Post the inauguration, both artists conducted a masterclass with the children, sharing their expertise and inspiring the young participants to kickstart their musical journeys. Elated by their support Mr. Ashish further added, “Renowned for their exceptional contributions to the field of music, their presence underscored the academy’s commitment to excellence and tradition in music education.”

Embracing valued traditions and cultures, the Chennai center offers a diverse array of courses tailored to different musical interests. Vocal courses include Tamil Film Music, Carnatic Classical, Western Vocals, Karaoke & Stage Skills etc.. Instrument courses include Guitar, Piano, Keyboard and will be followed by more as the academy progresses. These comprehensive courses are taught by a team of 8 expert teachers, ensuring personalized and high-quality instruction.

Further emphasizing the academy’s mission, Mr. Ananth Vaidyanathan, Chief Of Pedagogy at Artium and India’s Leading Voice Expert, remarked, “Chennai is an international hub for Music and Arts. We at Artium feel privileged to launch our first offline training centre at this Temple of Sangeetham. The Artium centre is our humble offering in service of music and the aspirations of multitudes who desire to achieve their potential in music. With the rich, unparalleled learnings & experiences of leading musical legends who constitute the Artium Academic board, we offer a unique training methodology to bring out the best in all kinds of aspiring musicians!”

The Chennai Academy will also host periodic workshops, masterclasses, and Vidyaarambham ceremonies conducted by renowned musical legends. These sessions will provide students with invaluable insights and mentorship. Select talented students will have the unique opportunity to be groomed by these legends, enriching their educational journey.

With the successful launch of the Chennai center, Artium Academy is on a mission to democratize music education, making world-class music education more accessible to a broader audience. This reflects Artium’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of musicians and fostering a vibrant, inclusive global music community.