Global Carnatic Musicians Association (GCMA) is a body which aims to preserve and safeguard the honor and reputation of the Carnatic (South Indian classical music) art form.

While protecting the interests of artists, irrespective of age, caste, creed, gender, nationality, etc., the Global Carnatic Musicians Association aims to provide avenues and opportunities for leveraging benefits, both financial and otherwise. The Global Carnatic Musicians Association hopes to build and promote better relationships between artists and government institutions, private organizations, media, rasikas, and sponsors.