64th Heritage Music Festival in Mysuru Begins with Concert Series

### Quick Summary

– the 64th Heritage Music Festival in Mysuru commenced on Ganesha Chaturthi (Wednesday) and will run until September 8, organized by the Sri Prasanna vidya ganapathi Mandali Charitable (SPVGMC) Trust.
– SPVGMC trust has organized concerts for 64 years, contributing considerably to preserving India’s classical music heritage, featuring legendary artists like Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavathar, Madurai Mani Iyer, Hariprasad Chaurasia, Gangubai Hangal, and many others.
– This festival serves as a lead-up to Mysuru’s Dasara cultural celebrations next month-highlighting the city’s classical art traditions.
– Noteworthy performances this year include:
– Nadaswara-Violin Jugalbandi by Vidwan Nemmara Kannan and Vidwan Anand Brahma (August 29).
– Vocal duet by Akkarai Sisters: akkarai Subhalakshmi and akkarai Sornalatha (August 30).
– Violin duet by Vid. Vittal Ramamurthy & Padma Shankar on September 2.
– Veena performance by Vid. Ramana Balachandar on September 5.
– Cascade melody concert featuring artists across vocal/flute/mridanga/harmonium/rhythm instruments on September 7.
– Concluding event includes Nagara Sankeertana followed by Nakshatra homa performed at V.V. Mohalla on September 8.

### Indian Opinion Analysis

The Heritage Music Festival in Mysuru reinforces India’s dedication toward preserving classical arts amidst rapid modernization. For six decades, this annual event has showcased cultural continuity while providing a platform for both veteran maestros and emerging talents to shine.

Mysuru’s cultural festivals-particularly leading up to Dasara-further bolster its identity as a hub for traditional art forms that draw enthusiasts across generations. Events like these reflect not only artistic excellence but also foster community participation through devotional acts such as the concluding Nagara Sankeertana ritual.

From an economic lens, such festivals have ancillary benefits by boosting tourism-related activities during the festive period-a potential avenue for urban development aligned with heritage preservation priorities.Enhancing nationwide awareness about these efforts can build stronger gratitude of India’s diverse musical history among younger generations.

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