Our Founders Profile
Nandhi Hari (alias) Harikumar Subramaniam
Mridangist
Mridanga Guru & Father:
Late Sri. P. T. Subramaniam
- Retired Mridangist, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India – Retired with distinction
Nandhi Hari (alias) Harikumar Subramaniam
Mridangam Vidwan | Cultural Mentor | Spiritual Humanitarian
Date of Birth: 14th November 1968
Educational Qualification: B.A.
Experience: 37+ Years in Music & Government Service
Current Role: Online Mridangam Guru & Cultural Organizer
🥁 A Life Dedicated to Rhythm, Culture, and Service
Sri Harikumar Subhramaniam, fondly known as Nandhi Hari, is a revered Mridangam artist, cultural educator, and humanitarian with an illustrious career spanning over three decades in the field of Indian classical music and public service. A disciple of the renowned Sri Suseendhram Krishnan, Harikumar’s life is a harmonious blend of rhythm, devotion, and deep-rooted service to tradition.
🏆 Musical Achievements & Recognitions
Tamil Nadu State First Prize Winner in Mridangam (Awarded by the Ministry of Art & Culture, Govt. of Tamil Nadu)
Conferred Direct B-High Grade in Mridangam by All India Radio, Chennai in the year 1989
Over 37 years of active experience in performing, teaching, and promoting Indian percussion arts
🎶 Performances & Associations
Harikumar has had the rare honor of accompanying eminent Carnatic musicians and dancers across prestigious sabhas, temples, and spiritual festivals. Some of the distinguished artists he has accompanied include:
Sri M. Sankaranarayanan
Dr. Visalakshi Nithyanand
Dr. Ambika Kameshwari
Sri G. V. R. Murthy
Smt. Jayanthi Sridhar
Smt. Vijayalakshmi Sankaranarayanan
Sri Serthalai Jayaprakash
Sri Balasubramanian
Sri Dwaram Mangathayaru
Sri V. L. Kumar
Smt. Sankari Krishnan
Sri B. V. Ganesh
Smt. Sudha Srinivasan
Sri Sridhar
Smt. Meera Sivaramakrishnan
Smt. Revathi Krishna
Smt. Anuradha Krishnamurthy
These collaborations reflect not only his technical mastery over the mridangam but also his deep sensitivity as a performing artist.
👨🏫 Teaching & Mentorship
Harikumar has mentored and inspired over 100 students in the art of Mridangam. His teaching style combines tradition with adaptability—making classical rhythm accessible to both children and adults across the globe.
Currently conducts online Mridangam classes
Has organized and curated 100+ classical concerts in temples and cultural institutions
Passionate about nurturing new talent and promoting Indian heritage
🐄 Ghoshala Seva – A Life of Devotion Beyond Music
Alongside his musical journey, Harikumar has been deeply involved in the care and protection of indigenous cows. His spiritual inclination led him to establish and operate three traditional Ghoshalas in Tamil Nadu:
Thiruvattar (Kanyakumari District)
Nathan Kovil (Kumbakonam)
Kalavai (Kancheepuram District)
Each Ghoshala was home to over 200 Gomathas, where daily Gho Poojas were performed with devotion. These centers served not only as shelters but as sanctified spaces for spiritual and ecological healing.
Harikumar dedicates 25% of his personal income to the welfare, feeding, and healthcare of the cows—demonstrating a rare and heartfelt commitment to Gomatha Seva.
🌟 Legacy of Service, Rhythm, and Dharma
From guiding rhythm in the hearts of aspiring musicians to nurturing Gomathas with compassion, Harikumar Subhramaniam embodies the spirit of Seva (service), Sangeetham (music), and Samskara (tradition).
He continues to serve the community through:
- Nandhi Fine Arts – Promoting Carnatic music and cultural education
Nandhi Ghoshala – Offering spiritual wellness products derived from sacred cows
Nandhi Associates – Empowering financial stability and traditional living
“For me, Mridangam is not just an instrument—it’s an offering. And every beat I play is a prayer to the Divine.”
— Nandhi Hari alias Harikumar Subhramaniam
Contact For Nandhi Associates
Our Founders Profile
Nandhi Hari (alias) Harikumar Subramaniam
Mridangist
Mridanga Guru & Father:
Late Sri. P. T. Subramaniam
- Retired Mridangist, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India – Retired with distinction
Nandhi Hari (alias) Harikumar Subramaniam
Mridangam Vidwan | Cultural Mentor | Spiritual Humanitarian
Date of Birth: 14th November 1968
Educational Qualification: B.A.
Experience: 37+ Years in Music & Government Service
Current Role: Online Mridangam Guru & Cultural Organizer
🥁 A Life Dedicated to Rhythm, Culture, and Service
Sri Harikumar Subhramaniam, fondly known as Nandhi Hari, is a revered Mridangam artist, cultural educator, and humanitarian with an illustrious career spanning over three decades in the field of Indian classical music and public service. A disciple of the renowned Sri Suseendhram Krishnan, Harikumar’s life is a harmonious blend of rhythm, devotion, and deep-rooted service to tradition.
🏆 Musical Achievements & Recognitions
Tamil Nadu State First Prize Winner in Mridangam (Awarded by the Ministry of Art & Culture, Govt. of Tamil Nadu)
Conferred Direct B-High Grade in Mridangam by All India Radio, Chennai in the year 1989
Over 37 years of active experience in performing, teaching, and promoting Indian percussion arts
🎶 Performances & Associations
Harikumar has had the rare honor of accompanying eminent Carnatic musicians and dancers across prestigious sabhas, temples, and spiritual festivals. Some of the distinguished artists he has accompanied include:
Sri M. Sankaranarayanan
Dr. Visalakshi Nithyanand
Dr. Ambika Kameshwari
Sri G. V. R. Murthy
Smt. Jayanthi Sridhar
Smt. Vijayalakshmi Sankaranarayanan
Sri Serthalai Jayaprakash
Sri Balasubramanian
Sri Dwaram Mangathayaru
Sri V. L. Kumar
Smt. Sankari Krishnan
Sri B. V. Ganesh
Smt. Sudha Srinivasan
Sri Sridhar
Smt. Meera Sivaramakrishnan
Smt. Revathi Krishna
Smt. Anuradha Krishnamurthy
These collaborations reflect not only his technical mastery over the mridangam but also his deep sensitivity as a performing artist.
👨🏫 Teaching & Mentorship
Harikumar has mentored and inspired over 100 students in the art of Mridangam. His teaching style combines tradition with adaptability—making classical rhythm accessible to both children and adults across the globe.
Currently conducts online Mridangam classes
Has organized and curated 100+ classical concerts in temples and cultural institutions
Passionate about nurturing new talent and promoting Indian heritage
🐄 Ghoshala Seva – A Life of Devotion Beyond Music
Alongside his musical journey, Harikumar has been deeply involved in the care and protection of indigenous cows. His spiritual inclination led him to establish and operate three traditional Ghoshalas in Tamil Nadu:
Thiruvattar (Kanyakumari District)
Nathan Kovil (Kumbakonam)
Kalavai (Kancheepuram District)
Each Ghoshala was home to over 200 Gomathas, where daily Gho Poojas were performed with devotion. These centers served not only as shelters but as sanctified spaces for spiritual and ecological healing.
Harikumar dedicates 25% of his personal income to the welfare, feeding, and healthcare of the cows—demonstrating a rare and heartfelt commitment to Gomatha Seva.
🌟 Legacy of Service, Rhythm, and Dharma
From guiding rhythm in the hearts of aspiring musicians to nurturing Gomathas with compassion, Harikumar Subhramaniam embodies the spirit of Seva (service), Sangeetham (music), and Samskara (tradition).
He continues to serve the community through:
- Nandhi Fine Arts – Promoting Carnatic music and cultural education
Nandhi Ghoshala – Offering spiritual wellness products derived from sacred cows
Nandhi Associates – Empowering financial stability and traditional living
“For me, Mridangam is not just an instrument—it’s an offering. And every beat I play is a prayer to the Divine.”
— Nandhi Hari alias Harikumar Subhramaniam