The dance and music festival in Chennai is celebrated to keep
the popular culture and traditions going and going well. The
festival marks the classical music and dance performances that are
characteristic features of the South Indian culture. Music and dance
festival is celebrated in the month of December and at several
places and venues. The festival is organized by various cultural
academies or 'Sabhas.'
The dance and music festival was first organized in the year 1927.
Known as 'Marghazi festival of music and dance', the event
commemorates the inception of Madras Music Academy. The air, during
this festival, is filled with the rythm of concerts held everywhere.
It marks high time for the budding artists who can be seen actively
participating in the events. These events are further enlightened by
the presence of the scholars and great artists from the region and
around.
The festival is also popular following the status ascribed to the
Carnatic music. The music which is kind of devotional is extensively
practiced and performed. There are solo and group dance
performances, accompanied by the traditional music. The festival
continues for one whole month.
The instrumental performances include Flute, Veena, Pipe, Drum and
sometimes a mud pot are held at many places in the city. These are
accompanied by traditional songs in Tamil, Telegu and Kanada. The
festival provides rich insights about the South Indian culture.
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