Notes of Joy: My Musical Journey | Bhargavi Venkatram | TEDxSJCC

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Bhavi Wenat's Musical Journey

Bhavi Wenat, a Carnatic classical vocalist from Bengaluru, India, shares her musical journey and the challenges she faced in balancing her passion for music with her education.
Born into a family of talented musicians, Bhavi started learning music at a young age but initially showed little interest in pursuing it professionally.
She began learning Bharatanatyam dance at the age of 8 and continued for 10 years before returning to music.
Inspired by a particular composition, Bhavi decided to learn music seriously and trained under renowned Carnatic musician TM Krishna in Chennai.
Despite her studies, Bhavi balanced music and education, traveling to Chennai for lessons and performing in competitions.

After completing her computer science engineering degree, Bhavi decided to pursue music full-time, recognizing the unpredictable nature of the arts but determined to give it her all.
Initially struggling to adjust, Bhavi quickly regained her focus and continued performing and traveling across the country.

The COVID-19 pandemic halted Bhavi's performing career, causing anxiety but also an opportunity to focus on skill development.
Despite initial hesitation, Bhavi began posting music videos online and received an overwhelmingly positive response from people worldwide.
One particularly touching comment from a viewer whose father found comfort in Bhavi's music during cancer treatment solidified her belief in art's power to positively impact lives.

Bhavi now balances both online and offline music performances, reaching a wider audience through social media.
Art, particularly performing arts, has brought immense joy, perspective on life, and self-discovery to Bhavi.
Bhavi encourages everyone to embrace an art form, whether it's performing arts, painting, sculpting, pottery, or anything that provides relaxation, skill development, and resilience.
Art is a constant companion that can enhance lives and serve as a stress reliever in today's stressful world.