"While a music student in the US, I became obsessed with Indian Classical music. I began to search for ways to go straight to the source, to study this music in its native place. It was my intention to organically integrate those philosophies and influences into my preexisting vernacular, without creating conflict to my own cultural identity. After investigating SAM’s curriculum, I decided that this would be the perfect place to do this. My experience here has taken me to worlds beyond what I set out to accomplish in the first place."

"I chose SAM because of the faculty that comes here. And because of the kind of interaction you get with the faculty, which you don’t get anywhere else."

"Because its the best western music education In the India. Also it w’as the best experience, being able to live and breathe music with the faculty 24/7."

"India’s first and only school dedicated to teach western contemporary music. The vision of the school is grand and of course the faculty and dynamic course structure were definitely two prime enticing factors. Also, why go to an MI or a Berklee in the US when you have a SAM in India?"

"I came to SAM because I wanted to learn to play better in odd meters and to experience a different culture, as well as to get direct one-on-one teaching from really great faculty. Being here has expanded my mind and musical ability more than I thought possible. In my experience, you can’t get this kind of personal attention from such high caliber teachers anywhere else."

"I chose to come to SAM because I knew that the education I would get there would not only help me become a better drummer but a/so a better musician. I always wanted to learn Konnakol and Hand Percussion and was really looking forward to studying under Dr.S. Karthick. Coming to SAM has opened my eyes and ears to so many different concepts and techniques."

"I chose Sam because Sam seemed one of a kind. There is no other institute like this in India with the opportunity to learn from such great musicians from different parts of the world. I heard about Sam from 2 3 friends who were studying here. And I’m very glad I came."

"SAM is the only institution of /fs kind in India, which provides such a high level of music education in India. I love SAM. It’s really helped me grow as a musician more than I expected. I hope to spend more time here."

"I chose SAM because it’s the only place in India where you can learn music in such an organised manner. A place where you are around music all the time."

"I chose to study at SAM, as it helped me grow a lot as a musician and a sense of belonging that comes from living with other musicians who became family. Personally, for me the biggest reason is the faculty and how much a good teacher can helps influence your musical direction and progress."

"I heard about SAM from a friend back home. It seemed like the best option for a musician who is looking to make a career in music. It’s heaven here."

"At first I chose SAM for 3 reasons, primarily cause of the incredible faculty (particularly the level and different nationalities and styles), secondly because it is not a Jazz or Classical only school and I could be myself as an artist, third because with my level of music notation and reading I could not enter any other serious school, and I DID NOT want to take private lessons at Yamaha! Now that I’m here, I have decided to return because I’ve learned an enormous amount in a very short time (mostly from the most dedicated teachers) but also because the people here have become my family. The students, admin and faculty have all been amazingly open, kind and welcoming and it has become an extremely safe place for me to explore, make mistakes and slowly grow more confident. I do not think I would feel fh/s comfortable being myself and putting my original music out there if I was at a more prestigious and perhaps judgmental institution."

"I came to SAM hearing about it from one of my former classmates who came here. And I’m very glad I came. The people are very friendly. And the teachers are amazing."

"SAM, true to its promise, is a place to live your dreams. The faculty is top class and the infrastructure is much beyond expectations. I really appreciate the way SAM has evolved and the passion that the group of individuals(who the run the show) have towards making this happen. Amazed by the fact that the faculty student interaction is so much and you get to learn immensely from these great people."

"I chose to come to SAM to understand my instrument better, understand the human aspect of both playing music and being a musician. I also chose SAM because I felt it would really help me connect with other musicians, music school and get me noticed in order to play sessions. Spending time at SAM has not only made me a very confident musician, it has also given me an understanding of what it is like to live the life of a working musician and taught me what goes into making a successful musical career."

"I heard about Sam when I joined my college. I saw musicians around me go to Sam and improve immensely in a very short amount of time. I also heard about the faculty who come and teach at Sam, all of who graduates from colleges like Berklee."

"I chose SAM because it’s the only music institute to host such amazing faculty as Mr Andres Rotmistrovsky!"

"Studying at Swarnabhoomi Academy of Music in India was one of the best experiences of my life. This place has really started to feel like home, with every person existing in a huge family. I can honestly say that I feel I’ve made a connection with every person here, and I can’t say that about any school I’ve ever been to. Spending this time here, I feel like I’ve learned so much about life and people in general. It turned out to be the most fulfilling "school" experience I’ve ever had."