There are several legends related to the development of the music in India. Music, as a form of art, has been in practice since long time. It is considered as the cultural tradition from the past. In India, classical music is not taken as a source of entertainment but it is considered as a medium to express the devotion and the unconditional love for God. Some of the music festivals are organized to pay tribute to the great singers who contributed in endorsing and developing Indian music. These music festivals give a platform to all the prominent as well as upcoming artists to present their talent under one roof. Indian classical music is one of the ancient musical traditions all over the world. Even the Vedas mention the importance of music. The legends are evocative of the fact that classical music has a lot of significance in the culture of India. In this section, we have provided information about the various music festivals organized across the country all year round.
Indian Music Festivals
Tansen Music Festival
This festival is organized in the memory of 'Miyan Tansen' and also as a mark of respect and appreciation for his great contribution to the Indian classical music. Tansen was one of the nine gems in the court of Emperor Akbar. The tomb of Tansen which is in Gwalior serves as the venue for hosting this music festival. Famous artists of Indian classical music come and present their masterpiece. Tansen Music Festival is organized by the government of Madhya Pradesh. More…
Thyagaraja Music Festival
Thyagaraja Music Festival is celebrated in the memory of the great saint as well as musician Sri Thyagraja. It is held on an annual basis in Thiruvaiyaru, Tamil Nadu. This was the place where Sri Thyagraja spent his whole lifetime and also took Samadhi. This festival is an eight day long musical show. It is held in the month of January. This festival is organized near his Samadhi at the banks of Kaveri River. Along with the music festival, religious rituals are also conducted at his Samadhi. More…
Sawai Gandharva Sangeet Mahotsav
Sawai Gandharva Sangeet Mahotsav is a famous music festival which is celebrated every year in Pune, Maharashtra. The festival was inaugurated in 1953, to mark 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. The festival is observed annually in the month of December in the first two weeks for 3 days. Sawai Gandharva Music Festival is the most promising place for the primary vocalists of the other Gharanas. It has also become the favorite destination of instrumentalists as well as dancers. More…
Saptak Music Festival
The Saptak Music Festival is held every year in the first week of January in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. .It is conducted for 11 days. All the prominent musicians as well as instrumentalists contribute on this platform. A public charitable trust, which runs the Saptak School of Music, organizes this music festival. More…
ITC Sangeet Sammelan
ITC Sangeet Sammelan was started in the year 1971 in Delhi. With span of time, it has become one of the most prominent events of Indian classical music. Along with this, it is one of the most important cultural events of India. It is the music festival which is cherished by music lovers across the country. ITC Sangeet Sammelan is held all over India once a year. This music festival is considered as one of the most popular cultural events of India. More…
Dover Lane Music Festival
Dover Lane Music Festival is an Indian classical music festival which is organized in the capital city of Kolkata. It is organized in the months of December and January. It is being held on an annual basis since the past fifty years. More…
Chembai Music Festival
Chembai Music Festival is organized in Trivandrum, the capital city of Kerala. It is held in the month of September, at the time of Ekadasi. It is organized to celebrate the birth anniversary of the great Carnatic musician late Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavathar. More….
