— about · 01
I think in choruses.
Shanaya Kacheria: singer, songwriter, composer, and DJ exploring how sounds make us feel understood, comforted, energized, or nostalgic.
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portrait · slot
I grew up writing melodies in the margins of textbooks. Somewhere along the way, I realized I wasn't only interested in making music, I was fascinated by what it does to us: why a sad song feels like a hug, and why a beat can change your posture.
Through years of training in voice, piano, DJing, and a cappella, I learned that performance is about communication, emotion, and creating moments of genuine human connection.
Now, I write and perform songs that put words to the feelings we experience, and I curate DJ sets that shape a room's energy through rhythm and tempo.
the long way here
a timeline of listening.
5 Years
Cathedral & John Connon School Choir
Performed in the middle and senior school choirs, building a foundation in discipline, vocal harmonies, and collaborative music.
Grade 8
Trinity Certification in Vocal Pop & Jazz
Completed advanced vocal training with Trinity College London, focusing on vocal agility, theory, and performance styling.
Levels 7 & 8
Rock School of Music Vocal Pop & Jazz
Completed Rock School of Music Level 7 and Level 8 vocal training, reinforcing technical vocal range and stage execution.
Level 1
Trinity Level 1 Piano
Developed fundamental keyboard and keyboard theory skills to support composition and songwriting.
Pro DJ
Pro DJ Certification (TMI)
Certified through The Music Inc. under DJ Suketu, learning fader control, bpm syncing, and reading crowd energy.
1 Year
A Cappella India
Trained and performed in vocal-only ensembles, focusing on vocal instrumentation and polyphonic arrangement.
Selected
GMI x Berklee Collaborative Workshop
Selected as one of 25 curated participants from India to participate in an intensive collaborative songwriting and performance program.
Selected
A Cappella Academy (Los Angeles) 2026
Selected for the premier 10-day summer program at Pitzer College, co-founded by Pentatonix co-creator Ben Bram, joining only 70 vocalists from around the world.