SBA Temple Nadaswaram Service

(Sannai Melam)

For All Auspicious Events

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Revered as 'Mangala Vadya' (Auspicious Instruments), the Nadaswaram and Tavil are the heartbeat of every traditional celebration. We invite you to bring this divine resonance to your venue, ensuring your special occasion is filled with sanctity, grandeur, and the blessings of the Almighty.

Complete your auspicious beginning with us.

Associated Charges

Hourly Services

(Local & In-Temple)

In-Temple Service

Base Rate (1 hr): $501

Local Events

(Up to 70 miles one way)

Base Rate (2 hrs): $1,000
Additional hours: $200/hr

Long Distance

(Daily Rates)

Road Travel

(70+ miles one way)

Base Rate: $2,500 /day

Flight Travel

(Requires Air Travel)

Base Rate: $3,000 /day

Important Requirements for Outside Events

Step 1: Logistics

Expenses & Arrangements

The client/devotee is fully responsible for arranging and paying for:

  • ✈️ Travel: Flight tickets, mileage (road travel), or cab fare.
  • 🍲 Food: Meals/refreshments for duration of event/travel.
  • 🏨 Lodging: Accommodation if overnight stay is needed.
  • 🧳 Luggage: Instrument baggage fees.
Step 2: Setup

Performance Seating

MANDATORY

You must provide a thick comforter, rug, or cushioned mat for the artists to sit on. Bare floors are not acceptable.

💡 Highly Recommended

A Raised Platform (Raiser) is suggested. It ensures the artists are visible to all guests and their view is not blocked by the crowd.

🎵 Song Requests & Playlist

If you have specific song requests, please email us ahead of time. We will try our best to accommodate them, but please note:

  • Music selection is primarily dictated by the traditional rituals happening on stage at that moment.
  • Songs unrelated to the specific ritual can only be accommodated during free time or breaks in the proceedings.

Booking & Payment

Accepted Payment Methods

Cash Check Zelle Online

Instructions: Once booking is confirmed, please discuss the preferred mode of payment with the Temple Manager.

*If paying by Check, please make payable to "SBA Temple" (Memo: Nadaswaram).

🙏 Artist Gratuity

A minimum 10% tip for each artist is strongly recommended in appreciation of their skill and service.

For bookings and inquiries, please contact the temple manager:

(301)-865-5555

sbat@sbat.org
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