Ministry of Tourism Announces Prequel Events for Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha Festival 2024

The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and the Sangeet Natak Akademi, is thrilled to announce the Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha Festival 2024, a celebration of Karnataka’s rich musical and cultural heritage. The festival, set to take place from 8th to 10th November 2024 in Mysuru, will showcase Karnataka’s vibrant traditions, especially its profound connection to Carnatic music.

The Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha Festival aims to position Mysuru as a premier destination for music lovers across India and the world. Through this festival, Mysuru will be highlighted as a center of the timeless traditions of Carnatic music. This celebration also provides an excellent opportunity to promote lesser-known destinations around Mysuru, unveiling the region’s scenic landscapes, historical temples, and hidden cultural treasures for travellers seeking unique experiences. By spotlighting these gems, the Ministry hopes to drive regional tourism growth and support local communities.

A special highlight of the festival is its tribute to the Dasa Tradition, a significant influence in the evolution of Carnatic music. The compositions and contributions of the Dasas have shaped this classical art form, making Mysuru a fitting venue to celebrate these timeless musical legacies.

To generate excitement and connect communities across Karnataka, the Ministry is pleased to announce a series of prequel events, to be held at four culturally significant locations. These prequel events will feature distinguished Carnatic musicians and create a buildup to the main festival.

Prequel Events Schedule:

1.         Prequel Event I – National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), Bengaluru

Date: 2nd November 2024

Venue: NGMA, Bengaluru

49, GF, Manikyavelu Mansion, Palace Rd, Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560 052.

Artist: R.A Ramamani, Carnatic Vocalist

2.         Prequel Event II – Sri Aprameya Swamy Temple, Doddamallur,

            Channapatna Taluk

Date: 2nd November 2024

Venue: Sri Aprameya Swamy Temple, Channapatna Taluk

Artist: T.V Ramaprasad, Carnatic Vocalist

3.         Prequel Event III – Ramamandiram, Rudrapatna, Hassan District

Date: 2nd November 2024

Venue: Ramamandiram, Rudrapatna

Artist: Amith Nadig, Carnatic Flutist

4.         Prequel Event IV – Kalanatha Sathamanostava Sabha Bhavana, Araga

Date: 3rd November 2024

Venue: Kalanatha Sathamanostava Sabha Bhavana, Araga

Artist: Vishnudev Namboodri, Carnatic Vocalist

These prequel events aim to foster a deeper appreciation for Karnataka’s musical heritage and to inspire communities to partake in the grandeur of the Mysuru Sangeetha Sugandha Festival. The Ministry of Tourism invites all to join in these celebrations and explore the cultural and scenic beauty of Karnataka.