Saraswathi Ranganathan is a Carnatic classical veena artist. The veena is a stringed instrument from Southern India which is similar to a lute. Carnatic music is a form of classical Indian music.

Independent India’s first musical instrument, the Mohanveena, has been granted a historic patent after 78 years. The recognition marks a major milestone in preserving India’s musical heritage ...

When the Vermont-born musician introduces himself as Joel Veena, one may think he plays the veena and hence the surname. So when Joel ‘Veena’ Eisenkramer goes o ...

The Swaralaya Samanwayam dance and music festival wrapped up on a high note, blending classical tunes and movements with film songs to usher in the New Year at Rapadi open-air theatre here on ...

Originating in northern India, it is named after Rudra, the fierce form of Shiva. It is believed that Ravana built and played this veena to pay homage to Shiva and named it after him.

At a modest house in Plymouth, the best veena player in North America goes about her busy schedule. Amid teaching a select set of students and organizing her global concert itinerary — including a ...