Suranjan Trust is a non-profit organization based in Thane, registered as Public Charitable Trust under Bombay Public Trust Act 1950, India, focused on promotion and propagation of Hindustani Classical Music. Our goal is to attract young generations towards Classical Music and encourage them to pursue it. Suranjan provides a forum where thought leaders, gurus, and legends of classical music share their knowledge with students. We also hope to bring high-quality concerts to the lovers of classical music through this forum.
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Foundation and Objectives
Suranjan is built on a foundation of strong values. We strongly believe that Hindustani Classical Music is one of the most beautiful traditions of India and has the power to give a divine and spiritual experience to its artists and listeners. Amidst today's era immense distraction and noise, we believe it is utmost important to promote and propagate Hindustani Classical Music amongst the young generation. It is from this deep realization that Suranjan was born. We hope to promote this divine treasure of our country and drive a new generation of musicians who can carry forward this rich heritage that our forefathers have given us.
Promotion of Hindustani Classical Music
Promote and encourage interests in Hindustani Classical music by way of innovative and experimenting with new ideas
Spot and provide a platform to a new generation of musicians who can carry forward the rich heritage of classical
Articulate and spread high values and lifestyle in the Society through Hindustani Classical Music.
Spotting and Encouraging Talent in Classical Music
Spot and provide a platform to a new generation of musicians who can carry forward the rich heritage of classical tradition of India for posterity.
Create a forum for young and talented artists who wants to make a career in music subject.
Spot and encourage talent from schools through Classical Music Competition
Education in Classical Music
Articulate and educate talented young artists and cultivate Patriotism through music.
Promote music theory/music therapy for the enrichment, development, greater understanding, and practice of the Hindustani system of musical art.
Arrange lecture-demonstrations and workshops on various aspects of music for aspiring students and members.
Conduct classes for the development of Hindustani Classical Music.
Classical Music and Programs
Arrange concerts and recitals by legends as well as budding artists of Classical Music
Design and organize innovative programs that include the combination of live performances and thought leadership around classical music
Keep avid classical music lovers connected via high-quality music programs
Social Cause
Carry out Programmes /Events in aid of social organizations working for the Society for Social causes like Old age homes, Orphanages, Blind School, etc.
To assist in relief/rehabilitation during natural calamities such as flood, drought, cyclone, earth-quake
Arrange programs and raise the funds for social purposes
Our Inspiration
Suranjan drives immense energy and inspiration from the legends of Hindustani Classical Music. We owe to the Legends of our music - performers, gurus and thinkers - who dedicated thier lives to classical music. While there are numerous of those who motivate us, here are some who particularly inspire us closely.
Late Pt. Dinkar Kaikini
Legend of Classical Music and Guru
Late Pt. Dinkar Kaikini, the veteran Hindustani classical vocalist was amongst the most learned exponents of khayal gayaki, He represented the assimilated musical learning of the Gwalior and Agra gharanas, having trained under stalwarts like Omkarnath Thakur, S N Ratanjankar and S C R Bhatt. He was prolific composer, having composed hundreds of compositions in styles like khayal, dhrupad, dhamar, thumri and bhajan, as well as several new ragas. An introspective musician, he communed with his music while performing. "Music is for 'atmaranjan' (engage one's own soul) and not for 'lokranjan'(entertainment)," he would often say. Shri Nishad Bakre learned under his tutelage. He is one of the biggest inspirations for everyone at Suranjan.
Padmashri Pt. Ulhas Kashalkar
