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Raaga Sudha SabhaRaaga Sudha Sabha

Tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) · Federal Tax ID 42-2139154

About the Sabha

A platform for the music we love

Raaga Sudha Sabha is a cultural arts organization dedicated to the preservation and global promotion of Indian classical music. We aim to make this art form accessible to all enthusiasts (rasikas) and provide a robust platform for the younger generation to learn, perform, and engage with the community for cultural enrichment.

To honor this living tradition, the Sabha serves as both a vibrant stage and a lasting archive. We provide a platform where master musicians and emerging talents perform side-by-side, ensuring their artistry is celebrated today and preserved for future generations.

We uphold the art form’s high standards by organizing concerts and workshops featuring world-class professional artists from across the Indian Classical tradition. We are equally committed to opening the music to new listeners — through accessible programming, an open archive, and a serious commitment to ecological responsibility.

History

A Public Platform for Music

This organization was established to bring classical music traditions into the public sphere. It serves as a platform for performance, preservation, and community engagement.

While the foundational institution focuses on pedagogy and teaching methods, this initiative addresses a broader question: "How do we sustain and elevate this music within the wider world?" It pursues this mission through live concerts, archival work, mentorship programs, and a commitment to environmentally responsible practices in presenting and preserving the art form.

Leadership

Board of Directors

Treasurer

Madhav Deverkonda

Advisors

Advisory Committee

An extended council of advisors who help shape programming, partnerships and the long-term direction of the Sabha.

  • Santosh Dusi
  • Siddhartha Dusi
  • Krishna Nadiminti
  • Padmanjali Deverkonda
  • Purna Vanka

Non-Profit Status

A 501(c)(3) public charity

Raaga Sudha Sabha is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Federal Tax ID
42-2139154
Founded
2026