Organisations related to Indian Classical Music, Dance and Arts.
The Darbar Festival is an annual Indian classical music festival in London that features Hindustani and Carnatic music and, in 2017, included Indian classical dance.
Natya Sampada is a Bengaluru-based Bharatanatyam institution founded by Vidushi Dr. Manasa Kanti, dedicated to training, performance, and the preservation of Indian classical dance. Rooted in the guru–shishya tradition, Natya Sampada focuses on strong technical grounding, artistic discipline, and the holistic development of dancers. With over a decade of pedagogical and performance activity, the school has trained hundreds of students across age groups and prepared many for examinations, stage performances, and cultural festivals. Natya Sampada is recognized for balancing classical rigor with contemporary relevance, making Bharatanatyam accessible while maintaining its traditional framework.
Banyan Tree Events India s a prominent Indian cultural organisation and arts promotion body known for nurturing, preserving, and promoting the rich he...
The Raga Fellowship Foundation preserves Hindustani music through elite concerts & scholarship. Founded by Arnab Chakrabarty, it hosts the Dr Kalyan Mukherjea Memorial. Focused on pure artistic integrity.
World Music Institute (WMI), founded in 1985 in New York, is a leading non-profit presenter of global music and dance, promoting cultural exchange, traditional arts, and cross-cultural understanding.
SwarDarbar, Inc. is a U.S.–India based non-profit supporting Indian classical vocal traditions through Gurukul training, artist development, and cultural exchange programmes.
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan is a cultural and educational trust founded in 1938, promoting Indian culture, values, education, literature, and arts through schools, centers, and cultural programs in India and abroad.
Sivaganga Sangeetha Parishad is a charitable trust established in 2000 with the blessings of Satguru Sri Sivananda Murty. Through its cultural wing, Andhra Music Academy, the organisation is dedicated to the promotion, study, research, and dissemination of Indian classical music and dance.
Inkpot India Conclave promotes Indian art, literature, and cultural identity through dialogue, events, and year-round engagement, encouraging pride in India’s creative heritage.
Sangit Mahabharati (SMB) is a Mumbai-based music academy founded in 1956 by Padma Bhushan Pandit Nikhil Ghosh. Established as an institution dedicated to serious music education and research, it has developed into one of India’s recognized centers for systematic training in Indian classical music and dance. SMB functions as a registered public trust and operates with public support. Donations to the institution are eligible for income tax exemption under Section 80-G.
Anamika Kala Sangam is a Kolkata-based arts institution dedicated to promoting music, dance, theatre, and cinema while supporting both established and emerging artists.
Shahana is a cultural organization inspired by the philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore and his vision of universal humanism. The organization seeks to communicate Tagore’s ideals to contemporary audiences through curated programs, educational initiatives, and artistic activities. By presenting the multiple dimensions of Tagore’s thought—literary, musical, philosophical, and social—Shahana aims to create meaningful engagement with diverse communities.
Kalakshetra Foundation is a premier arts and education institution based in Chennai, established in 1936 by Rukmini Devi Arundale. Founded with the objective of reviving and nurturing India’s classical arts, particularly Bharatanatyam and Carnatic music, the institution has grown into a nationally recognised centre for performing and visual arts. Recognised as an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India in 1993, Kalakshetra functions as an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture. Its campus in Thiruvanmiyur serves as a residential and academic hub for traditional arts education, performance, research and craft revival.
Urise India Foundation is an arts-based organization committed to promoting peace and harmony through fine arts education, talent development, research, and cultural initiatives across India.
The Raza Foundation is a nonprofit arts organization founded in 2001 by S.H. Raza, dedicated to promoting art, culture, literature, and critical discourse through events, fellowships, and publications across India.
EPPO Event is a digital platform for Indian classical music and dance, offering event discovery, schedules, and ticketing for concerts across India and the USA.
Layabhinaya is an organisation dedicated to promoting Indian classical music and dance through performances, workshops, and educational initiatives, supporting artists and cultural continuity.
Shankar School of Music is a training institute in Punjab offering courses in music, dance, and visual arts, with structured learning, expert faculty, and performance opportunities for all levels.
Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC) is a multi-disciplinary arts space in Mumbai with theatres, exhibitions, and large-scale productions, promoting Indian and global performing arts.