‘Konnakkol’ Somashekar Jois is a top-notch, most sought after, highly respected and much-admired Konnakkol performer from India, with followers all over the world. He is known for enthralling audiences with melodious renditions, intricate and complex patterns, clarity combined with unmatched speeds, all loaded in his unique vocal timbre. Somashekar Jois is the first Konnakkol artist in Karnataka, second in India to secure ‘A’ Grade from Prasar Bharathi All India Radio. Being an established artist, Somashekar Jois has taken on the responsibility of popularizing & promoting Konnakkol among musicians, connoisseurs & aspiring students. In furtherance to this dream, he has founded WORLD KONNAKKOL ACADEMY, a first of its kind institution which is dedicated purely for propagation & promotion of Konnakkol Arts.
For more information about Konnakkol Art, Direct & Online Classes, Webinar - Workshop - Lecture - Demonstration & other enquires; Email – worldkonnakkolacademy@gmail.com