Pune: Hindustani music scholarships to young musicians

Pune: The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) has consistently worked towards an array of initiatives to promote the growth of art and culture in India.

Since 2009, in partnering with Citi, NCPA has been offering scholarships to the young promising students who seek advanced training in the field of Hindustani music (vocal and instrumental).

This year Citi-NCPA Scholarships are being offered for vocal – khayal / dhrupad and percussions – tabla / pakhawaj. The entries are limited to the age group of 18 to 35 years and applications will be accepted till 15thJanuary 2021.

“With this endeavor we hope to help the younger generation in their musical pursuit. We are looking forward to entries in large number from across the country” said Dr Suvarnalata Rao, Head – Programming, Indian Music, NCPA, while commenting on the scholarship program.

How to apply for CITI-NCPA performing arts scholarship

In order to apply, candidates must send in their application (bio-data on music education) via an email to [email protected] on or before Jan 15, 2021.

The audition of the shortlisted candidates will be conducted in the month of February 2021 either online or in the NCPA premises at Mumbai depending on the Standard Operating Procedure declared by Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (BMC).