Teaching Experience

Neelima Akella has been teaching Carnatic classical music since 2019 and continues to serve as a Carnatic music teacher at Swaramrit Music Academy, Bangalore.

She is also the founder and instructor of Naada Pranava Music Academy, based in Naperville, Illinois, where she offers structured Carnatic vocal training for beginners, intermediate learners, advanced students, and Sampada examination candidates.

Musical Training & Guru Parampara

Neelima is currently pursuing advanced Carnatic vocal training under the guidance of Vidwan Rajappa, Bangalore.

Her continued musical education focuses on strengthening traditional repertoire, Raga Bhava, Gamakas, Swarasthana precision, and Manodharma Sangeetam.

Teaching Philosophy

“Preserving tradition, one swara at a time.”

Neelima believes in combining the richness of the traditional Guru–Shishya Parampara with structured teaching, individual attention, and progressive musical development.

Her goal is to help every student develop a strong musical foundation, confidence, discipline, and a lasting appreciation for Carnatic classical music.