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Musician. Performer. Educator.
Musician. Performer. Educator.
Versatile and experienced Carnatic and light music vocalist with over ten years’ professional performance experience.
Originally from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, I am now based in the UK having completed my Master's Degree (MSc) in Developmental and Child Psychology from Sheffield Hallam University (2022–2023) . My foundation was established early under my father, Kavalam Sajeev, and I have since had the privilege of formal training under revered maestros like Prof. K. Omanakutty and B. Sasikumar. I also expanded my repertoire to include Hindustani and Ghazal traditions under Abhraditha Banerjee.
As a dedicated performer and educator, I integrate my passion for music with my background in psychology to explore the specialized niche I call "Mind, Music & Wellbeing". I view music not merely as technical mastery but as surrender, emotion, and the invisible thread connecting the artist to the listener. My goal is to build cultural connections, letting the timeless sound of Kerala’s music echo on international stages, while recognizing that understanding the human mind through psychology beautifully complements music, as both are languages of the soul. I bring this holistic understanding to my current role working with the Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in England (as of June 2025), and through my mentorship at Deekshaa CIC, (Worcestershire, UK) and Kavalam School of Music and Research Centre (Kerala, India). My work emphasizes mental health, psychosocial support, and the therapeutic power of music. I believe art truly grows when it is shared.
Musical Expertise and Training
Over ten years of experience as a Carnatic and light music vocalist, performer, trainer, and mentor
Formal Training (Guru Parampara)
Initial Guidance: Training starting at the age of five under my father, Kavalam Sajeev
Carnatic Discipline: Training under Prof. K. Omanakutty,
Artistic Refinement: Training under B. Sasikumar
Hindustani/Ghazal: Training under Abhraditha Banerjee
Diploma in Hindustani Music (Prathama Final) - Indira Kala Vishwavidyalaya, Khairagarh (Accredited with Grade A by NAAC), India, 2022
Diploma in Hindustani Music (Prathama First) - Indira Kala Vishwavidyalaya, Khairagarh (Accredited with Grade A by NAAC), India, 2019
Open Course in Music - Government College for Women, Kerala University, India, 2019
Educator Role
As a music educator at the Kavalam School of Music and Research Centre and Deekshaa CIC, UK and other institutions, I train students in vocal technique, voice culture, and music theory. I believe that “Music isn’t just about singing perfectly — it’s about feeling deeply,” and strive to instill this philosophy in my students.
Achievements and Performances (Music)
Achievements and Performances (Music)
UUKMA Yorkshire & Humber Regional Kalamela, Sheffield, UK, 2025 - Appreciation award , recognized for outstanding contributions to the field of music and for serving as a judge in regional cultural and musical competitions organized by UUKMA
Amrita Television Red Carpet Award, 2021 - Award For recognition in the field of music
Featured Performer - “Red Carpet”, Amrita Television, India 2019
Solo musical performance at Doordarshan, India, 2023 - DD Malayalam, “Koottinoru paattu”
Vocal Performer, Sound Engineering Academy Show (SEA) - India, 2022
Playback Singer - award-winning Malayalam film 'Pacha', which received accolades at the World Film Festival in Cannes and the New York City IO Film Festival.
Performance at Mudra Arts Nottingham, UK - Divine Millennia, Navidad Fiesta
Music Program Contributor, HLFPPT Government Programs, India, 2020- promoting music education and inclusion among Children, and individuals with autism, learning disability disorders
Winner, Ghazal music, inter-university level competition - India, 2020
Winner, National Inter-University Music Competition - held at Amity University, Noida, India (2020).
Top Scorer Award , Kerala State Kalolsavam (2016)
Academic Degrees (Psychology)
• Master's Degree (MSc) in Developmental and Child Psychology: Sheffield Hallam University (2022–2023)
• Master of Science (MSc) in Psychology: Government College for Women, Thiruvananthapuram (2019–2021)
• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology: Government College for Women, Thiruvananthapuram (2016–2019)
Professional Roles (Psychology/Wellbeing)
• NHS Role (England): Working with the Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (as of June 2025)
• Consultant Psychologist: Hindustan Latex Family Planning Promotion Trust (HLFPPT), Kerala (2022)
• Psychologist: Karunasai De-addiction & Mental Health Research Institute, Kerala (2021)
• Psychology Trainee: District Mental Health Program, working with the COVID-19 Psycho-Social Support Team (2020–2021)
Family & Heritage
I come from a musically enriched family: my father, Kavalam Sajeev, is a noted Carnatic vocalist and music director, and the founder of Kavalam School of Music and Research Centre. My mother, Maya B Sajeev, is an accomplished veena artist. My brother Sai Maheswar is also a musician. My upbringing continues to inspire my mission to bridge Indian classical music with global audiences.
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