He holds with distinction, "Sangeetha Ratna", a degree in Hindustani Classical Music from Karnataka University, Dharawada. He is also a gold medalist Master of Arts in History and Archeology, and holds a Doctorate in Music from Karnataka University, his doctorate thesis being "The History of Classical Music in Karnataka".
Doctor Academic Teaching He regularly conducts lecture-demonstrations and workshops on music for companies like Wipro, Computer Associates, Birla 3M and Khodays among others, on topics such as Stress Management through and Appreciation of Hindustani Classical. Doctor Havaldar has taught and continues to teach Hindustani music, both locally in Bengaluru, as well as internationally to students in the United States and United Kingdom via workshops and telephonic sessions. Other Doctor Havaldar has previously worked as a Programme Executive at the Archives, All India Radio, Hubli (1988–1991).
He was also formerly the chairman of Textbook Committee for Hindustani, for The Directorate of Textbooks, Karnataka.
Doctor Havaldar was born in Hosapete town in Bellary District, Karnataka, where he spent his early years until his graduation. He currently resides in Bengaluru.
