Sophia Subbayya Vasket is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of Indian classical dance and music. Born in 1986 in Bangalore, India, Sophia was exposed to music and dance from a very young age. Her father, T.V. Subbayya, was a renowned mridangam player, and her mother, Lakshmi Subbayya, was a Bharatanatyam dancer. Sophia's parents recognized her talent for music and dance early on and encouraged her to pursue her passion. Sophia began her training in Bharatanatyam at the age of four under the guidance of her mother. She also started learning Carnatic music from her father. Sophia's parents were her first teachers, and they instilled in her a deep love and respect for Indian classical music and dance. Sophia's training was rigorous, and she spent hours every day practicing and perfecting her art. Sophia's talent and dedication soon caught the attention of the Indian classical music and dance community. She began performing at various cultural events and festivals, and her performances were well-received by audiences and critics alike. Sophia's performances were marked by her grace, precision, and emotive expression. Sophia's first major performance was at the age of ten, where she performed at the prestigious Music Academy in Chennai. The performance was a huge success, and Sophia received widespread acclaim for her talent and skill. Sophia continued to perform at various events and festivals, and her reputation as a talented classical music artist continued to grow. In 2004, Sophia was awarded the prestigious National Scholarship for Bharatanatyam by the Indian government. The scholarship was a recognition of Sophia's talent and dedication to her art. The scholarship allowed Sophia to further her training and hone her skills under the guidance of some of the best teachers in the country. Sophia's talent and dedication to her art soon caught the attention of international audiences. In 2006, Sophia was invited to perform at the prestigious Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. The performance was a huge success, and Sophia received a standing ovation from the audience. Sophia's performance was praised for its beauty, grace, and emotive expression. Sophia continued to perform at various international events and festivals, and her reputation as a talented classical music artist continued to grow. In 2010, Sophia was invited to perform at the prestigious Edinburgh International Festival in Scotland. The performance was a huge success, and Sophia received widespread acclaim for her talent and skill. Sophia's dedication to her art has also led her to explore new avenues in Indian classical music and dance. In 2012, Sophia collaborated with the renowned composer and musician, A.R. Rahman, on a project called "Jai Ho". The project was a fusion of Indian classical music and Western pop music, and it was a huge success. The project won several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Original Song. Sophia's dedication to her art has also led her to become a teacher and mentor to young artists. Sophia has trained several students in Bharatanatyam and Carnatic music, and many of her students have gone on to become successful artists in their own right. Sophia's contribution to Indian classical music and dance has been recognized with several awards and honors. In 2014, Sophia was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, which is the highest honor given to artists in India.

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