Learn. Improvise.
Perform.
OUR PURPOSE
To help people discover a lifelong love for learning through music and community.
OUR MISSION
To create welcoming spaces where people can learn, explore, and grow through music, supported by fresh ideas and a close-knit community.
OUR VALUES
At the Goa Jazz Academy, we stay flexible and open, so our teaching continues to grow and evolve. We believe music education should be welcoming and accessible to everyone. Our community is built on respect, kindness, and a shared love for learning and doing our best work. We regularly reflect on what we do and look for ways to improve. At heart, we are a friendly, active community where every person is supported and encouraged on their own musical journey.
We care deeply about doing things well and staying open to new ideas. We take time to reflect, learn, and improve what we offer. Above all, we are a welcoming community where everyone is encouraged to explore music at their own pace, with curiosity, commitment, and creativity.
Divya Gupta and Karan Khosla co-founded the Goa Jazz Academy, each bringing unique skills and visions that have shaped the academy into a beacon of musical education.
Divya, with her background in entrepreneurship and insurance consulting, brings business acumen and operational expertise, crucial for the academy's structure and growth. Her ability to identify opportunities in musical education and to drive the academy's purpose and future growth has been pivotal.
Karan Khosla brings together a background in physics, executive leadership, and music. After moving fully into music education, he has performed at several of the world’s leading jazz and contemporary music festivals. His 2025 musical releases were widely praised by critics for their clarity, craft, and artistic focus. At the Goa Jazz Academy, Karan leads academics, technology, and marketing. His work is centred on building practical, performance-driven learning systems that make high-quality music education accessible and relevant for today’s musicians.
