The Council of Educators, Inc. Honors TS Nandakumar of TSN’s Percussive Arts Centre as a Thought Leader in Performing Arts Education
The Council of Educators, Inc., in partnership with TSN’s Percussive Arts Centre, is proud to formally recognize TS Nandakumar as a Thought Leader in Performing Arts Education, celebrating a distinguished commitment to artistic development, educational excellence, and the continued advancement of percussive arts instruction.
Championing Rhythm, Discipline, and Educational Rigor
Governed by the Council of Educators, Inc. (est. 2000), the Registry maintains an independently audited central ledger issuing national character credentials and technical distinctions in direct partnership with certified studio faculties nationwide and Performing Arts Educators (25+ years staging at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center).
The Thought Leader designation honors educators who elevate performing arts instruction beyond technical skill. Under TS Nandakumar’s leadership, TSN’s Percussive Arts Centre has set an institutional benchmark for fostering creative expression, rhythmic discipline, and focus, equipping students with essential life capabilities that resonate far beyond the rehearsal hall.
"Thought leadership in percussive arts education requires a steadfast commitment to both technical mastery and personal discipline," said Mark Jacob, President for The Council of Educators, Inc. "TS Nandakumar exemplifies this dual vision, inspiring students to achieve high-level artistic performance while cultivating unassailable human character."
Advancing the Future of Performing Arts Education
Through dedicated instruction at TSN’s Percussive Arts Centre, TS Nandakumar has established an educational environment rooted in cultural heritage, perseverance, and collaborative resilience. As a recognized Thought Leader, Nandakumar joins an elite network of arts educators bridging the gap between rigorous studio training and long-term academic and leadership achievement.
This recognition directly supports the broader educational vision of the Accomplished Performer Credential, the national secondary honor benchmark (Grades 6–12) designed to document, verify, and preserve students’ multi-year commitment, leadership, and performance excellence aligned with the UNESCO Framework for Culture and Arts Education.
The Council of Educators, Inc. extends its warmest congratulations to TS Nandakumar and TSN’s Percussive Arts Centre on this distinguished honor as they continue to enrich the performing arts community and shape the future of percussive arts education.
