Dedhia Music Foundation announces Yuva Sur Sartaj: A Talent Hunt for Hindustani Classical Musicians

by  EVENTFAQS Bureau Industry Watch | July 16, 2024 | News

Dedhia Music Foundation Yuva Sur Sartaj Hindustani Classical Musicians

Dedhia Music Foundation (DMF), a non-profit organization founded by Aatish Dedhia, CEO of Zycus and dedicated towards promoting and preserving Hindustani Classical Music, introduces Yuva Sur Sartaj 2024. A first of its kind talent hunt to discover young talent in Hindustani Classical Music, Yuva Sur Sartaj aims to nurture emerging Hindustani classical vocalists by providing them with mentorship and a stage for growth and recognition. 

With revered names in Indian Classical Music like Kaushiki Chakraborty, Rahul Deshpande, and Sanjeev Abhyankar joining the judges panel, Yuva Sur Sartaj will be an exhilarating experience for Hindustani classical singers, to not only showcase their skills but also gain invaluable exposure. In fact, the shortlisted participants will also receive mentorship support, further strengthening Dedhia Music Foundation's unwavering commitment to foster a rich musical heritage in India and preserve this timeless art for generations to come.

Aatish Dedhia, Founder, Dedhia Music Foundation said, “In an age in which most talent shows focus on western music, we at Dedhia Music Foundation want to nurture young minds in our country’s rich musical heritage. Through Yuva Sur Sartaj we want to bring the focus back to the beauty and depth of Hindustani Classical Music and encourage the youth to continue to dedicate themselves to the art.”

Speaking on the launch of Yuva Sur Sartaj 2024, Kaushiki Chakraborty shared, “Yuva Sur Sartaj is a beautiful initiative by Dedhia Music Foundation to preserve and celebrate India’s rich musical heritage. I am incredibly proud to be part of this and hope to inspire the younger generations to embrace, learn, and grow in this beautiful tradition and cultivate a profound connection with our rich musical legacy.”