About Dana Vachharajani
Dana Vachharajani’s career spans performance, education, and leadership in music. As a graduate of The Juilliard School and Carnegie Mellon University, she has performed as a featured soloist at Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall, and with ensembles such as the Aspen Chamber Symphony and New Jersey Symphony. Locally, she has been a soloist with the Boulder Bach Festival, Boulder Philharmonic, and Boulder Ballet, and spent 13 years touring with the Piatigorsky Foundation.
Dana’s passion for teaching is rooted in her extensive performance experience. She has taught music in public and private schools, including Pittsburgh Public Schools, Mount Vernon Schools, Naropa University, and Boulder Country Day School. At Mount Vernon, she taught music to over 720 students weekly and was featured on PBS’s Jim Lehrer News Hour for her work addressing the achievement gap.
As the founder of Dana V. Music, a private music school she co-managed for over 16 years, Dana has guided countless students from their first musical explorations to successful university and professional careers. She believes in tailoring lessons to each student’s unique journey and loves teaching all vocal styles.
Dana currently serves as the Director of Community Development for Ensemble Performing Arts, where she supports the growth of teachers and music programs across the U.S. Additionally, she contributes to Boulder Symphony’s Curiosity Concert Series as well as The Symphony of the Rockies Discovery Concert Series, creating engaging musical experiences for children.
Dana enjoys family adventures with her husband, Manish, their three children—Anjali, Kiran, and Devin—and their Aussie, Kit.
