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April 1, 2025 6 mins

EXTRA 5 is a dynamic segment from the Sisterhood of Sound podcast, where our guests answer five exclusive questions you won’t hear in the full episode! New content drops every Tuesday—one week, a full in-depth interview, the next, this exciting rapid-fire session!

This week, GRAMMY-nominated vocalist, flutist, composer & educator Varijashree Venugopal joins us for a special EXTRA 5 Q&A! With over 25 years dedicated to Carnatic and Indian classical music, she has become a global advocate for Indian music traditions while mentoring young artists in cross-genre explorations.


🔥 Which one of your favorite songs best represents the concept of a broken heart?


In 2024, Varijashree released her first solo album, adding to a catalog of albums in Indian classical music spanning over two decades. She has worked with Jacob Collier, Béla Fleck, Bobby McFerrin, Victor Wooten, Michael League, Snarky Puppy, Ricky Kej, and more—bridging the gap between Indian classical and global contemporary sounds.

Missed the full episode? Catch the deep dive into Varijashree’s career!  https://open.spotify.com/episode/76nP3edPJZ5H2rUXphHVyf?si=qoLjPffQSm2W0TaOiob5hA


🎧 Watch & listen now—available on all streaming platforms & YouTube!

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