Silver Jubilee

SILVER JUBILEE

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The Silver Jubilee celebrations of URise India Foundation, ‘URISE UTSAV’, unfolded in all its grandeur on November 25th & 26th, 2023, leaving an unforgettable mark on the hearts of artists and rasikas alike. This two-day extravaganza was a resounding tribute to 25 years of nurturing and celebrating Indian classical music and dance.

The event brought together stalwarts of the arts, young talents, and passionate connoisseurs, creating a golden platform where tradition met innovation. The celebrations witnessed spellbinding performances, heartfelt honors, a landmark recognition for parents of young artists, and an electrifying artistic energy that made the occasion truly remarkable.

A Heartfelt Presentation by the Students of URise
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The celebrations began with a heartfelt presentation by our students, showcasing their dedication and training. Their performances, filled with grace and precision, reflected the academy’s rich legacy and the deep bond of the Guru-Shishya tradition.

Musical Memories – YouTube Musical Launch by the Alumni
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Adding to the grandeur of the celebrations, the music student alumni body came together for a special tribute—an exclusive YouTube musical launch directed by their Guru, Maa Chinmayi. This initiative celebrated the musical legacy that URise India Foundation has nurtured over the years.This digital offering ensured that the spirit of the Silver Jubilee reached rasikas across the globe.

Jugalbandhi Series – TARANG 2023
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On the morning of November 26th, the stage was set for TARANG, our flagship festival of Indian classical music and dance. This edition embraced the theme of Jugalbandhi, featuring extraordinary duets that brought together different art forms in a seamless and captivating dialogue. The performances explored rhythmic, melodic, and expressive conversations between Carnatic and Hindustani styles, Bharatanatyam and Kathak, and instrumental and vocal traditions.

Taranga Ratna Awards
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The festival also hosted the 20th TARANGA KALA RATNA AWARD ceremony, where we had the honor of felicitating:

🏆 Taranga Gana Kala Ratna 2023 – Shri Anoor Ananthakrishna Sharma and Shri Tirumale Srinivas for their unparalleled contributions to music.

🏆 Taranga Nruthya Kala Ratna 2023 – Smt. Bragha Bessell for her exceptional contributions to Bharatanatyam.

These awards recognized lifelong dedication, artistic brilliance, and invaluable mentorship in their respective fields.

Urise Pitamaha Awards
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Making the silver jubilee celebrations all the more blessed, we offered a special tribute to two revered figures in the arts, the ‘Pitamaha’ (greatest of all times) of Music and Dance. URise Utsav proudly conferred the titles of:

🎼 URISE SANGEETHA PITAMAHA upon Shri A.V. Anand, honoring his profound influence in the world of music.

🩰 URISE NRUTHYA PITAMAHA upon Shri Venu G, a mentor and guide to countless dancers and actors.

A Cultural Confluence
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The festival witnessed an extraordinary showcase of talent as students from various dance and music academies across Bangalore graced the stage. Performances included Bharatanatyam, Keyboard, Mrudangam and Carnatic vocal music presentations. Each presentation stood out for its technical brilliance and reinforced the significance of nurturing the next generation of artists.

Surabhi Award Ceremony
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The main highlight of the celebrations was the Surabhi Award Ceremony, a prestigious recognition of 50 extraordinary individuals who have significantly contributed to the world of music and dance.
In a historic first, URise Utsav became the only festival in history to honor the invaluable contributions of parents of young artists, recognizing their sacrifices, encouragement, and unwavering support. This pioneering initiative set a powerful precedent for acknowledging the unsung heroes behind every artist’s success.

The awardees included:
🎶 15 distinguished musicians

💃 15 esteemed dance personalities

🎭 15 dedicated art connoisseurs and technicians

5 supportive parents who have played a crucial role in the growth of young artists.

Surabhi Awards
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URise India Foundation is proud to be the first organization in the history of Indian Classical Arts to honor the parents of renowned artists for their relentless and selfless service. This pioneering initiative recognizes the unwavering support, sacrifices, and silent strength of parents, the true pillars behind every successful artist. It is because of their dedication that we are able to witness such incredible art today. In celebrating the artist, we believe it is equally important to pay tribute to the roots that nurtured their journey.

  • Fabulous event with stalwarts from the world of music and dance present on one platform! How thrilling is that! It was a great pleasure to be a part of this mega event which was so well organised and executed by the 3 women visionaries and their fabulous team! @anjanarsarma, Maa Chinmaye! Congratulations on the grand success of 25 years!
    Yamini Muthanna
  • Urise Utsav- UVSA event by Ma Chimanyee ma’am and Anjana Ramesh was extremely well organised. Every small detail was taken care of. They ensured that artists of all fields of Art were recognised and felicitated. It was a grand event indeed.
    Gayathri Keshavan
  • This is the first time I am seeing any organisation honoring parents. I have travelled World over, and this is the first organisation to think about parents who are behind artists. They are the true reason we exist
    Meera Sreenarayanan
  • Many organisations celebrate their silver jubilee by presenting their students and celebrating within the academy. But URise India Foundation has welcomed all of us into the celebration and made us all unite for the purpose of art, by celebrating their birthday with us.
    Mithun Shyam
The Heart of URise Utsav – Our Team
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The meticulous planning and execution of this landmark event were helmed by the visionary mother-daughter duo, Maa Chinmayi and Anjana Ramesh Sarma. A 55-member volunteer team worked tirelessly to ensure that every aspect of the event—logistics, artist coordination, stage management, hospitality, and promotions—was managed with precision and passion. Their unwavering dedication and ability to bring people together made URise Utsav a historic and seamlessly executed festival.

A Celebration to Remember

URise Utsav was not just a festival; it was a testament to 25 years of dedication to the arts. From the first-of-its-kind recognition of parents to the collaborative efforts of students, alumni, and volunteers, the festival embodied the true spirit of community and artistic excellence.

As we look ahead, URise India Foundation remains committed to its vision of fostering artistic excellence, cultural exchange, and the spirit of community. The Silver Jubilee has been a milestone, but the journey continues—with renewed passion and purpose.

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