Bangalore Gayana Samaja Music Competition - Sub-Junior Instrumental
Cash Prize and Yuva Kala Rathna Title
Annual Carnatic classical instrumental competition for Sub-Junior students (8-11 years) performing on Violin, Veena, or Flute.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
₹150
Participation format
Individual
Duration
Competition rounds held on Saturdays (2-5 PM) and Sundays (10 AM-1 PM) during the competition season, with finals in August
Time needed
One 4-minute performance at the venue, on a weekend
Eligibility
Open to Sub-Junior students aged 8-11 years (grades 3-6) learning a Carnatic classical melody instrument (Violin, Veena, or Flute). Competition is held in-person in Basavanagudi, Bengaluru. Age proof required at the venue.
- Grade level
- Grade 3 to 6
- Age range
- 8 to 11 years
- Eligibility region
- Karnataka (Bangalore)
- Prerequisites
- Training in Carnatic classical instrumental music on Violin, Veena, or Flute
- Ability to perform one Carnatic composition within the allotted performance time
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Rewards and recognition
Award
Up to Rs. 20,000
Outstanding young performers across competition categories are felicitated with the Yuva Kala Rathna title at the Annual Music Conference, carrying a cash prize of Rs. 20,000.
Prizes
1st, 2nd, 3rd and Consolation prizes
Certificate
Prize Certificate
Recognition
Recognition by oldest Carnatic sabha
Skills your child builds
Key dates
Last edition
- Registration opened
- 15 Jun 2026
- Registration closed
- 31 Jul 2026
- Competition
- 2 Aug 2026 to 24 Aug 2026
How to apply
- 1Watch gayanasamaja.org and Bangalore Gayana Samaja social media for the annual competition announcement (typically June-July)
- 2Submit entry through the online registration form within the announced deadline, specifying instrument (Violin, Veena, or Flute)
- 3Carry age proof and registration fee payment proof on competition day
- 4Report to the venue 30 minutes before the scheduled round
Rules and guidelines
- Participation is restricted to Karnatik (Carnatic) classical music only
- Each participant competes within the Sub-Junior age division (8-11 years)
- Participants may perform on Violin, Veena, or Flute
- Performance must demonstrate Carnatic raga and tala adherence
- Age proof must be carried to the competition venue
Fees and financial support
Fee details
The registration fee for the Sub-Junior Instrumental category is Rs. 150 per team.
About this opportunity
The Bangalore Gayana Samaja Annual Music Competitions is a prestigious series of Carnatic classical music contests conducted by the Samaja since 1951. The Sub-Junior Instrumental category focuses on melody instrument performance in the Carnatic classical tradition, covering Violin, Veena, and Flute. Competitions are held at Acharya Pathasala High School, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru.
This category is open to Sub-Junior students aged 8 to 11 years learning a Carnatic melody instrument. Participants perform one Carnatic composition on their chosen instrument, evaluated by panels of senior Carnatic musicians on intonation, raga rendering, tala adherence, tonal quality, and overall Carnatic style. Instrument-specific technical criteria apply for each instrument.
Winners receive First, Second, Third, and Consolation prizes from one of India's oldest operational Carnatic music sabhas. Outstanding young performers across all competition categories are additionally felicitated with the Yuva Kala Rathna title at the November Annual Music Conference, which carries a cash prize of Rs. 20,000.
Rounds and format
Participants perform one Carnatic composition on their chosen instrument (Violin, Veena, or Flute), evaluated by a panel of senior Carnatic musicians.
How entries are judged
Evaluation on: intonation and tonal quality, raga rendering accuracy, tala adherence, Carnatic instrumental style. Instrument-specific criteria apply.
Selection process
Prize-winners are selected by the jury panel based on their Carnatic classical instrumental performance.
Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
Focuses on the performance of Carnatic classical compositions on melody instruments (Violin, Veena, or Flute), emphasising raga accuracy, tala adherence, tonal quality, and Carnatic instrumental style appropriate for Sub-Junior level.
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