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Competitions
This page lists competitions specifically focused on Indian classical performing arts. Competitions are a great way to make yourself known and obtain feedback to improve. Stay tuned -- this list will become more comprehensive soon.
1
Chhandayan
Applications open early Fall to early Winter
For individual musicians
2
Cleveland Thyagaraja Festival -- Music and Dance Competitions (Ohio)
Cleveland Aradhana
Applications open early March
For individual musicians and dancers
3
Vindhya Cultural Association
Applications open late Summer
For individual and group dancers
4
CMANA -- Carnatic Music Association of North America
Applications open in August
For individual musicians under 18
5
Global Arts Temple USA
Applications open until March
For individual musicians and dancers
6
Sugam International
Applications open until April
First place gets cash prize and opportunity to perform in Malaysia
For individual musicians and dancers
7
AIDA with Salangai School of Performing Arts
Applications open in December
For individual dancers
8
Music competition (North Carolina)
SIFAA South Indian Fine Arts Academy
Applications open August
For individual musicians
9
Soorya Performing Arts
Applications open May to September
For individual and group dancers
10
NJ Natya Sangamam
Applications open January - February
For individual and group dancers
11
Bruhan Maharashtra of Mandal of North America
Applications open in March
For individual and group dancers
12
Bruhan Maharashtra of Mandal of North America
Applications open in March
For individual Hindustani vocalists