Umadevi Nageswara Rao (India) – Ragas and Bhakti

Umadevi Nageswara Rao, better known as Uma N. Rao, is a celebrity in Indian music. Born in Chennai, India, Uma was immersed in music, with a passion for notes that only grew over time. Her grandfather awakened the spiritual dimension of music in Uma by introducing her to bhajans in temples.

Uma continued her learning from her first guru of Carnatic music.

She won awards in numerous televised singing competitions between 2006 and 2010, which allowed her to gain recognition in the Indian film industry and collaborate with talented composers.

Today, Uma is an accomplished artist who continues to share her passion for music through her art. Music is an integral part of her life, and she is determined to explore the various facets of this form of expression.

By moving to France, Uma has explored new musical areas, collaborating with French and international artists to explore genres such as jazz, pop, and more. With her talent and determination, she quickly found her place on Parisian stages and shines today.

She released an album called Māyā on June 2022 and an other one called Try Paradise on February 2023 and she collaborated on many others.

Uma’s story is a source of inspiration for anyone looking to pursue their passion, with love and a dose of spirituality added.