On the occasion of the “World Music Day” celebrated world wide and to mark its distinction, MARG ProperTies feels proud to be connected with Music. MARG is delighted to quote from French poet, novelist, and dramatist Victor Hugo (1802-1885).
Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent. – Victor Hugo
MARG has always been a high-flying Brand, not only in developing properties and other business models, more than our business – a great deal of connectivity. As an element of social initiative we devoted our self to those who are passionate for Music. MARG connects not only the Music aspirants but even a common man, as music draws their interest.
MARG presented a “Star Evening Show” on June 19, 2010 at Wesley school ground, Chennai. The other patrons of the events are Kalaignar TV, Kunnath Pharmaceuticals. This noble cause was to support the initiatives of “Kalai Moozhi Charitable Trust”. The stage also set to the celebration of “ 25 Years Silver Jubilee ” of ‘Udhaya Raagam U K Murali Innisai Mazhai’ who organized a concurrent Orchestra performance. The singers Mano, Srinivas, Harish Ragavendra, Mukesh, Ranjith, Saindavi, Deepa Mariayam, Sri Madhumitha, Roshini, Ganga, Pop Shalini melodiously entertained the crowd gathered for a mind blogging week end evening. The event was anchored by mimicry Sethu Subramanaiam. The event was embedded with a dance performance by “RAACK Academy Of Dance” which shimmered the event stage and the crowd enthralled the artists.
The limelight of the event was the addressing by the event presenters and sponsors. They expressed gratitude the crowd’s enthusiasm for the event. The Chief Executive Officer of MARG ProperTies Mr. S Ramakrishnan generously shared the vision of MARG group. He took the pleasure to introduce MARG in offering affordable homes to those who desire to live in a home of their own.
The stage is all set for today’s “Star Evening Music Show” presented by ‘MARG ProperTies’. MARG invites all those who are passionate for music to enjoy the music show. The popular singers Mano, Mukesh, Ranjith, Harishragavendra, Saindavi, Deepamariyam, Sri Madhumitha, Roshini will charm the music event. Lots more events like mimicry by Sethu Subramaniam.
Orchestra By Udhaya Raagam U K Murali Innisai Mazhai
Tickets are available at City Club, call 9790956617, 9600185550.
Date of the Music Event : 19.06.2010
Enjoy the evening on attending the music show at “Wesley School Play Ground ” Royapettah, Chennai
As introduced in our earlier post, next edition of Chicago Tyagaraja Utsavam is scheduled for May 29th to 31st, at the Sama Rathi auditorium & Gupta Hall at the Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago (HTGC), Lemont, IL.
Address; 10915 Lemont Road, Lemont, IL, United States – (630) 972-0300
Its a must attend community event for all Carnatic music lovers who’re settled far away from their mother land. So be sure to mark your calendar and be there this month end.
Main attractions of this year’s edition of CTU are: May 29th:
* Vishnu Sahasranama Stotram (8:00am)
* Chetulaara on instruments (children) (8:55am)
* Pancharatnam (9:00am)
* Nauka Charitram (10:30 AM)
* Homage to Tyagaraja (Teacher Sessions, Groups and Individual Sessions)
May 30th:
* Homage to Tyagaraja (Accompanied Performances) (8:30am)
* Gayathri Venkataraghavan (Vocal) (2:00 pm)
* Vijay Siva (Vocal) (6:00pm)
May 31st:
*Children’s Utsava Sampradaya Kritis procession (9:00 AM)
*Prince Rama Varma of Travancore (Vocal) (1:00pm)
*Chitravina N Ravikiran (5:00pm)
The Chicago Tyagaraja Utsavam (CTU) was formed in 1977 with the purpose of promoting charitable, educational, and cultural activities. The organization was founded by Prof. T.E.S. Raghavan and Tyagaraja Rao. Prof. Raghavan, the current President, is the guiding light for the organization. CTU celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2001.
CTU’s mission is to promote Indian classical music, particularly the compositions of Sri Tyagaraja in the USA. To this end, CTU sponsors several events during the year. These include the annual music festival during the Memorial Day weekend (Utsavam); music mini-camps, where established musicians from India work with young students in the Chicago area; music competitions, in which all participants are inspired and motivated while the talented are recognized; and regular sahasranamam and pancharatnam classes. These are but some of the wide range of activities organized by the CTU.
Present And The Future
Started in 1977 with an attendance of about a dozen people, the Utsavam has grown enormously in size. In 2004 more than 300 amateur musicians performed on stage and more than 6000 people attended. CTU is a not-for-profit organization that is supported by a grant from Illinois Arts Council (a state agency), donations from well wishers, and sales of CDs of our music concerts. One example of a remarkable contribution is from Drs. Nagamani & Vidyasagar Dharmapuri who have been kind enough to pay for the three day auditorium expenses for hosting the Utsavam for the next 10 years. CTU is grateful for their magnanimity. The organization manages to host quality progams on shoe string budgets as it is predominantly run by a team of dedicated volunteers. The volunteers meet fortnightly to discuss issues and strategies. Every year, roughly 3 months prior to the Utsavam, CTU hosts a General Body Meeting where persons from the public, who are active at the Utsavam, are invited and provided a forum to present their views.
CTU never rests on its laurels. It is always looking to new ideas for promoting our art and culture. The music competition in 2004 and the Utsava Sampradaya Kritis rendition by children in 2005 are just a couple of examples of our never ending quest to find new ways to teach and promote music. “Our goal is to provide everyone an opportunity to learn our heritage and be proud of it”, says Dr. Raghavan.