Shiji Maroli is a multifaceted musician whose life revolves around the profound joy of creating and sharing music. Not only is she a captivating performer, weaving magic through her compositions and lyrics, but she's also a dedicated educator, igniting a passion for music in her students. Her love for the art form transcends different avenues – she's a talented composer, lyricist, and teacher, deeply involved in almost every aspect of music that brings her fulfillment.

 

She has graced prestigious stages, performing live in the presence of dignitaries like Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Pujya Swami Dayananda

 

Saraswati, Pujya Sarsankhachalak Mohanji Bhagawat, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Pujya Swami Chidandapuri, Mohan ji, Late Manohar Parrikar etc.

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Shiji's stage presence is captivating, having enthralled audiences across South India with hundreds of performances. Her repertoire encompasses soulful Bhajan renditions, intricate Carnatic concerts, and even insightful lectures on music and spirituality.

 

Shiji's passion extends beyond the stage. As an educator, she crafts innovative and engaging music lessons that spark creativity and foster a lifelong love of learning in her students. Witnessing their passion ignite is a testament to her exceptional teaching abilities.

 

Shiji has been working among children & mothers as a Counsellor, Yoga teacher as well as music teacher for the last 20 years. She conducts seminars, workshops on human values, child psychology, storytelling etc.

 

Shiji Maroli is an AIR Grade Artist & a Playback Singer, whose songs have been featured in Kannada movies Damayanthi, Kengulabi & many other Malayalam & Kannada Albums. Shiji has lent her voice to AIR, many other popular Television & devotional music projects in Malayalam.

 

Certified Music Therapist, Certified Trainer, Coach & NLP Practitioner: As a certified Music Therapist, Shiji's passion lies in helping people of all ages, with a particular focus on children with special needs, communication disorders, or managing conditions like hypertension. She also conducts training programs for aspiring Life Coaches.

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A certified Yoga Trainer under the esteemed SVYASA University & Vidya Bharati, Shiji brings a wealth of experience to the field. Her dedication extends beyond personal practice, as she has held state-level responsibilities within Vidya Bharati Kerala, promoting yoga and value education.

 

Shiji is the founder of Geetanjali Academy of Arts & Value Education in Bangalore. The academy embraces an innovative approach, integrating value education into the curriculum and welcoming students with special needs.

 

Shiji holds Master of Arts (MA), Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degrees in Hindi and is pursuing a PHD.

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Nurtured a passion for music from a young age, seeking guidance from renowned maestros Shri Vaikam Sankaran Namboothiri & Tharani Ramachandran Namboothiri during school days. Currently, continuing to refine Carnatic music skills under the tutelage of the esteemed Vidushi Smt. Jayalakshmi BK, while also delving into the intricacies of Hindustani Bhajan under the mentorship of Smt. Meera Sahasrabudhe.

 

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