Vignesh Chandrasekaran
Award-Winning Harmonica Artist · Singapore
17+ years of music spanning classical masterpieces, film scores, and international folk traditions.
2nd Runners' Up · Asia Pacific Harmonica Festival 2022
Top 80 · Hong Kong International Chromatic Harmonica Competition 2022
Award-Winning
International competition achievements on the chromatic harmonica
Live Performances
On stage at concerts, weddings, and community events
Global Reach
Music shared with audiences in Singapore and worldwide
Sharing the Craft
Passing on the art through lessons and workshops
Portfolio
Performances
A selection of favourite recordings — from film themes to classical masterpieces
The Artist
About Vignesh
The journey behind the music
Vignesh Chandrasekaran picked up the harmonica over 17 years ago and never put it down. What began as a fascination with a pocket-sized instrument has grown into a lifelong pursuit of musical expression, taking him from local stages in Singapore to international competition podiums across Asia.
The harmonica taught me that the smallest instruments can hold the biggest stories.
Awards & Recognition
- 2022 2nd Runners' Up Award — Asia Pacific Harmonica Festival
- 2022 Top 80 Contestant — Hong Kong International Chromatic Harmonica Competition
Musical Specialties
- Classical Masterpieces
- Movie Theme Performances
- International Folk Music
- Chromatic Harmonica Techniques
Lineage
Vignesh's Mentors
Trained by renowned harmonica masters across Asia and beyond
Sigmund Groven
Norway
Yasuo Watani
Japan
CY Leo
Hong Kong
Yoonseok Lee
South Korea
Gordon Lee
Hong Kong
Benny Hong
Singapore
Ong Gim Dee
Singapore
Ma Siew Leong
Singapore
Beyond the Stage
Teaching & Sharing
Music grows when it's shared — beyond my own performances, I love bringing the harmonica to others
Live Performance
Harmonica for memorable occasions
From wedding ceremonies to corporate gatherings and community events, I bring the harmonica's voice to occasions across Singapore and the region, with a repertoire curated for each moment.
Lessons & Coaching
Passing on the craft
I enjoy sharing what my mentors passed on to me — coaching learners from complete beginners to advanced players, in person in Singapore or online, at a pace that fits each student.
Beginner Fundamentals
Foundation techniques and HAS Grades 1-3 preparation
Leisure Learning
Music for the joy of it, at your own pace
Advanced Mastery
Competition preparation and HAS Grades 4-5
Workshops & Instrument Care
For schools, teams, and the curious
Group workshops that introduce the harmonica to schools, corporate teams, and community groups — plus tuning, cleaning, and maintenance guidance to keep instruments singing.
Let's Connect
Contact
For performances, collaborations, learning the harmonica, or just to talk music — I'd love to hear from you
