In Tamil Nadu, where the art of Bharatham was born, dance and music are deep rooted in the minds of the people. The river Cauvery, in particular, carries the honour of having raised a number of musicians, including the Musical Trinity, in places along her banks. And one can witness the Divine Dance of Lord Nataraja in Chaidambaram.

Early in the twentieth century, training of children in fine arts was confined to certain families only. But gradually the trend changed.
More and more families started evincing interest in imparting training to their daughters in dance and music resulting in a resurgence.

In Tiruchy City and adjoining areas the credit for creating an art-consciousness among the public goes to the Diocese of Tiruchi. What started off as a Communication Media Centre gave birth to the institution, the Kalai Kaveri, in 1977 under the inspiring tutelage of Fr. S.M. George. As years rolled by the institution's name and fame spread.

The new building of the college which was inaugurated in December 2002 as part of its Silver Jubilee Celebrations is an architectural beauty. From top to bottom the building reflects a style of architecture associated with temples and emanates an air of divine purity.

A crowning achievement was the establishment of the Kalai Kaveri College of Fine Arts in 1996 with affiliation to the Bharathidasan University.

The college offers full time courses for Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Bharatha Natyam and Classical Music, both vocal and instrumental. Part time courses are also available. There is unity in diversity with students drawn from various parts and belonging to different faiths undergoing training. WEB SITE : www.kalaikavirifinearts.com

 Government Tiruchy District Music School
12/1, Ibrahim Nagar
Kajamalai Main Street
Tiruchirappalli -620 003
Ph. No. 243538

 Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts
No.6 (Old No. 18) Benwells Road
Tiruchirappalli-620 001. Tamilnadu, India
Telephone : Office :0431- 2460678
Principal:0431-2411073
Fax:91-431-2411345
Email:try-kalaikav@sancharnet.in
Website:www.kalaikavirifinearts.com

 Srirangam Bharathanatyalaya
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32, West Chitra Street
Srirangam
Tiruchirappalli - 620 006
Ph.No.2432767
Mobile: 98430-62767, 98426 72798
Email : mutreva@sancharnet.in
Website : www.srirangamnatyalaya.com

 Abhinayas Nattiya palli
82, KRS Nagar
Edamalai Patti pudur
Tiruchy-12
Phone-91-431-2472007
email:mathan_pv@yahoo.com

 Salangai School of Indian Classical Dances
" Susowdham"
Plot No.7, 14/1, Mullai Street, Kurinji Nagar, K.K. Nagar
Tiruchirappalli -620 021. E-mail: salangai@ eth.net
Ph. No. 0431- 2458071

 Sri Madavi Bharathanatiyala
Big Bazzar Street
Tiruchirappalli
Ph. No.2700752

 Further information on art and culture can be had at
Regional Assistant Director
Art & Culture Department
Kajamalai
Tiruchirappalli Region
Cell No:94431-53122

Miss.Charulatha Jayaraman
#6, 7th Cross, 5 th main road
Trichy. 620 017. Tamil Nadu
Phone   : 91-431-2780290/2780259
Mobile  : 98424-45588
Email    : charu_latha@hotmail.com