Passion 2019
With the vision of spreading Hindustani Classical Music and imbibing its importance in the future of India, Suranjan Trust proudly presents Classical Vocal Music Competition for Students from all major cities of Maharashtra. The objective of this competition is to encourage budding talent in the field of Hindustani classical music and give them an appropriate platform for showcasing their performances.
Group I: Up to 13 Years of age (Born not before 1st August 2006)
Group II: 13 -17 Years of age (Born not before 1st August 2002)
Elimination Round: Aug-Sept 2019, in major cities in Maharashtra
Final Round: November 3, 2019, in Thane
100+
Participants
Auditioned during First Rounds held in different cities
5
Cities
Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Nashik & Nagpur
25
Finalists
Performed at the final round at Thane
4
Winners
Two from each Group
Competition Judges
Passion 2019 was blessed with renowned experts and established professionals as judges for the first round held across all cities. We are thankful to their help and blessings. The final round was judged by two legends of Hindustani Classical Music.
Pt. Arun Kashalkar
Renowned Vocalist and Guru
Known for his gayaki which is a blend of Gwalior, Jaipur and Agra styles, his career spans more than 5 decades of hectic schedule of concerts, lecture demonstrations and grooming students in the field of music.
Pt. Shaunak Abhisheki
Legend in the young generation of Musicians
A worthy son and disciple of the maestro Pt. Jitendra Abhisheki,, Pt.Shounak Abhisheki has carved a niche for himself, gaining prominence as an exceptional vocalist in the field of Indian Classical Music.
Finalists for Passion 2019
100+ participants were auditioned in the first round held at different cities.
25 participants were shortlisted for the finals in Thane
Group I Finalists
Group II Finalists
Competition Winners
The final round of Passion 2019 witnessed incredible performances from everyone. It was extremely fulfilling to see the dedication of the young generation to Classical Music. Thier Riyaaz was evident from their performances.
Congratulations to the Winners as well as all the particilants of Passion 2019.
Group I
Group I - First Prize Winner
Krishna Joshi
Thane
Disciple of Pt. Suresh Bapat
Group I - Second Prize Winner
Garima Shejal
Mumbai
Diisciple of Shri Sambhaji Shejal
Group I - First Consolation
Riya Girap
Mumbai
Disciple of Smt. Varsha Bhave
Group I - Second Consolation
Atharv Lulekar
Nagpur
Disciple of Smt. Madura Deshpande
Group I - Third Consolation
Vivek Kulkarni
Nashik
Disciple of Dr. Ashish Ranade
Group II
Group II - First Prize Winner
Maithili Bapat
Thane
Disciple of Pt. Madhubua Joshi & Smt. Deepika Bhide-Bhagwat
Group II - Second Prize Winner
Saumitra Marathe
Mumbai
Disciple of Smt. Apoorva Gokhle
Group II - First Consolation
Ameya Karulkar
Thane
Disciple of Pt. Suresh Bapat
Group II - Second Consolation
Atharva Vairagkar
Nashik
Disciple of Pt. Shankar Vairagkar
Performance Videos
Here are the videos of the performances by the Winners of Passion 2019
Maithili Bapat
First Prize Winner - Group II
Saumitra Marathe
Second Prize Winner - Group II
Krishna Joshi
First Prize Winner - Group I
Garima Shejal
Second Prize Winner - Group I
Photos
Here are selected photos of Passion 2019
