The tradition of music is ages old. Mentions have
been made about it in our Vedas. There have been several legends about
the development of the Indian music. However, till date, the exact
origin of Indian music is not really known, but it is definite that
singing has been a cultural tradition of the past. Since how long it is
being practiced is still a mystery. The legends are evocative of the
fact that music has a lot of importance in the culture of India. In
India, music is a way to express the devotion and the unconditional love
for God.
Several musical festivals are hosted in India to pay homage to those
who've contributed in developing, enriching and popularizing the Indian
music. Festivals are celebrated as a mark of respect and as a way to
acknowledge the great effort made by such people. These festivity
celebrations provide a platform to all the eminent singers and musicians
to congregate under one roof and showcase their talent and versatility.
Well, in this section, we will provide you with information on the
popular music festivals of India, so read on…
Indian Music Festivals
Tansen Music Festival
In the memory of Mian Tansen and as a mark of respect and appreciation
to his great contribution to the Indian music, a festival is celebrated
every year. The festivity is popularly known as the Tansen music
festival. The tomb of Tansen in Gwalior serves as the venue for hosting
this festival. More…
Thyagaraja Music Festival
Thyagaraja music festival, as the name suggests, is celebrated in the
memory of the great saint cum musician Tyagraja. It is held on an annual
basis in Thiruvaiyaru, Tamilnadu, where Tyagraja spent his whole
lifetime and also attained Samadhi. The festivity is an eight day long
musical show. More…
Sawai Gandharva
Mahotsav
Sawai Gandharva Sangeet Mahotsav is a famous music festival which is
celebrated every year in Pune, Maharashtra. The festival was originated
in 1953 to observe the first death-anniversary of Sawai Gandharva.
Disciples of Sawai Gandharva organized a music festival in his
remembrance with the patronage of Arya Sangeet Prasarak Mandal. More…
Saptak Music Festival
The Saptak music festival is held every year in the first week of
January. It is conducted for a period of 11 days in Ahmedabad located in
the state of Gujarat in India. A public charitable trust, which runs the
Saptak School of Music, organizes this festival. More…
ITC Sangeet Sammelan
One of the most popular music festivals of India is the ITC Sangeet
Sammelan. It is organized every year by the corporate giant ITC. It was
started in the year 1971 in Delhi. With time it has become one of the
most prestigious events of classical music and also one of the most
important cultural events of the country. More…
Dover Lane Music Festival
Dover Lane Music Festival is organized in the capital city of Kolkata,
between the months of December and January. It is being held on an
annual basis since the past 50 or more years and stretches on for six
days. More…
Chembai Music Festival
Chembai Music Festival is organized in Trivandrum, the capital city of
Kerala, on an annual basis. It is held in the month of September, during
the occasion of Ekadasi. More…
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