CHANDIGARH, 27.07.24-Under the aegis of the Founders & Directors of Mount Carmel School, Sector 47-B,,CHANDIGARH,Dr. Earnest Charles J. Samuel & Dr. Annie Charles Samuel, 23rdEdition of ‘SWAR UDGAM’, an Inter-School Hindustani Classical Vocal & Geet / Gazal Competition was organized by Mount Carmel School, Sector 47-B, Chandigarh in the School premises on 27-07-2024. The Classical Vocal Competition was conducted for students of classes VI to VIII and the Geet / Gazal Competition was conducted for students of classes IX & X. Students from 25 Schools of the Tricity and adjoining areas participated in this competition. The day’s programme started with a Welcome Speech by Shivam Rana, the Head Boy of the school. After this the students of the participating Schools presented their items for the competition. Yaman, Shudh Sarang, Bhopali, Bhairav & Madhuvanti were some of the Ragas on which the participants sang. The participants impressed the audience with their soulful renditions and impeccable vocal skills. The day featured a variety of performances, from classical vocal recitals to Geet/Gazals, demonstrating the versatility and depth of talent among the young participants. In the end the host School presented a song as a host presentation which was not part of the competition as per the policy of the School, followed by the felicitation of the Judges by the Principal of the School, Dr. Parveena John Singh.
Mr. Nathaneal Lal, an accomplished Composer/Classical Singer, having Masters Degree in Hindustani Classical Vocal and disciple of Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, and Mr. Arun Vir, Music Producer, worked with some of eminent artists viz., Pt. Shiv Kumar Sharma, Palash Sen, Mohit Chauhan, Indian Ocean, Anuradha Paudwal, Shuhba Mudgal, Mika and other Resident and International Indie Artists, were the Judges for this Competition.
Prizes to the winning Schools were given by Dr. Earnest Charles J. Samuel & Dr. Annie Charles Samuel, Founders & Directors along with Dr. Parveena John Singh, the Principal of the School.
Dr. Earnest Charles J. Samuel and Dr. Annie Charles Samuel, congratulated the winners and noted that the competition provided students with valuable stage experience, boosted their confidence, and created lasting memories. The Principal Dr. Parveena John Singh emphasized that Mount Carmel School is committed to offering a well-rounded education that fosters the artistic and creative talents of its students. The distinguished panel of judges’ expertise and feedback were invaluable, offering guidance and encouragement to the participants, aiding in their musical growth and development.
This event highlighted the exceptional talents of students in classical vocal music and Geet/Gazal singing, enriching the school's vibrant cultural scene. The competition aimed to nurture and celebrate the rich heritage of classical music and Geet/Gazal singing among the students.
The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks proposed by Seher, a student of class IX-F of the School followed by the National Anthem.
The results of this Competition are given as under:
HINDUSTANI CLASSICAL VOCAL:
1st Sargun Vohra of Chitkara International School, Chandigarh.
2nd Ananyaa Dutt Sharma of Ishwar Singh Dev Samaj Sr. Sec. School, Chandigrh.
3rd Mishti Garg of Yadvindra Public School, Mohali.
Consolation: Viti Srivastava of St. Anne’s Convent School, Chandigarh.
GEET / GAZAL:
1st Tanishka Matharu of Yadvindra Public School, Mohali.
2nd Krishna of The Tribune School, Chandigarh.
3rd Avi Narula of Kundan International School, Chandigarh.
Consolation: Harshit sachdeva of Mount Carmel School, Zirakpur.