Nature . Arts . Humanity
Our community outreach programmes use arts and music as a shared language one that does not instruct or persuade, but invites people to relate.
Through simple, collective artistic experiences, we create spaces where attention deepens, listening returns, and human connection strengthens. We work with the belief that art already carries the ability to soften boundaries, restore sensitivity, and bring a sense of well-being back into everyday life not as an intervention, but as a natural human capacity.
Our music education spaces are designed for learning without pressure, where music is approached as a practice of listening, patience, and personal growth. These sessions welcome learners of all backgrounds, supporting skill development while nurturing a deeper, more personal relationship with music.
Original, concept-driven music and arts productions that explore themes of nature, humanity, culture, and emotional well-being. These immersive experiences inspire reflection, deepen connection, and open pathways for self-understanding and collective harmony.
FROM THE FOUNDERS
Manjula Ponnapalli
For over two decades, Manjula's journey has been deeply interwoven with music through teaching, performing, and facilitating workshops across India and internationally. She has engaged with universities, institutions, individuals, and diverse communities, witnessing first-hand how the arts awaken sensitivity, foster human connection, and cultivate a shared sense of belonging.
Anthardhaari Arts Foundation emerged from this lived understanding that art, when offered with kindness and intention, holds the power to reconnect individuals with their inner selves, strengthen bonds within communities, and renew our relationship with the natural world.
Shri. Shyam Mohan Ponnapalli’s professional journey spans decades with the State Bank of India, bringing with him decades of leadership, discipline, and organisational insight. Alongside his distinguished professional career, he is a deeply passionate audio engineer with over 45 years of hands-on experience in sound and audio practices.
A lifelong lover of the arts, Shri. Ponnapalli is also a proficient Telugu writer, known for his thoughtful short stories and poems that reflect cultural depth and human sensitivity. His engagement with literature, music, and sound has been guided by a sincere commitment to artistic integrity and learning.
As Director - Strategy & Advisory of Anthardhaari Arts Foundation, Mr. Shyam Mohan Ponnapalli offers invaluable mentorship and guidance, drawing from his vast experience across the fields of arts, music, and audio engineering. His presence strengthens the foundation’s vision with wisdom, balance, and a deep respect for creative processes.