Explore the world of Carnatic music, one of the oldest musical forms in the world. It is a complex system composed of 72 melodic scales (ragas) and seven rhythmic cycles (talas). Carnatic music is devotional, or religious, and music from the 19th century by Tyagaraja, Muthuswami Dikshitar and Shyama Shastri is still in vogue as traditional or classical devotional music from this area of India. You can read about these forms of music or view and listen to videos on YouTube, or download various forms of Telugu music from websites with specific pages for the Telugu language.
Watch music videos of Telugu rhythmic folk music. Much of India's music is heavy in rhythm, and this is true of some forms of Telugu folk music as well. Re-create rhythms using tambourines, drums or other rhythmic instruments. This is an activity that children will also enjoy.
Listen to Telugu songs featured from Bollywood films and film stars. Some of the Indian film stars who have contributed to the Telugu repertoires of popular music are Mallikharjun Sumangali, Nithya, Chitra and Kousalya. Music from Bollywood is popular among Indians of all ethnic groups and languages.
Acquaint yourself with some of the popular Telugu musicians such as A.R. Rahman, M.M. Keeravani, S.P. Kodandapani, Mani Sharma, Pendyala and K.V. Mahadevan. Research the backgrounds of these musicians, listen to music downloads and watch videos featuring these specific musicians. Browse an Indian store that features movies and music and tap into the expertise of the salespeople. Ask specifically for Telugu music or music by any of the above Telugu musicians.