Our signature two-day Carnatic music festival is back!
Designed to celebrate musical excellence, community participation, and curated thematic programming, the festival brings together local performers, emerging artists, and visiting professional musicians in a thoughtfully structured concert experience that balances learning, exposure, and high-quality performances.
Highlights
We’re featuring several unique and curated presentations, including:
- A Special Ragam Tanam Pallavi (RTP) presentation
- A Harikatha presentation
- Featured concerts by emerging and established visiting artists from India
- A Grand Choir Presentation
- Curated performances by selected local artists and ensembles
Dates
Day 01
Saturday, May 16
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
📍 Vedic Cultural Centre
12501 NE Bel-Red Rd, Bellevue, WA
Day 02
Sunday, May 17
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
📍 Carlson Theatre
3000 Landerholm Cir SE, Bellevue, WA
Art
Community
Legacy
A unique, inclusive group-singing experience designed for learners from beginner to advanced levels.
Sangeetham Choir
Our goal:
- Provide meaningful performance opportunities for local artists
- Encourage musical growth and community learning
- Present high-quality, thoughtfully curated concerts
- Foster mentorship, collaboration, and artistic excellence
Learning
Participants will explore a rich repertoire including:
- Carnatic kritis
- Thiruppugazh
- Specially curated compositions arranged for group singing
Purpose
The choir emphasizes learning, collaboration, and collective musical expression rather than individual performance.
Community & Support
Is choir participation competitive?
No.
The choir is intended as a learning-focused ensemble experience, though commitment, rehearsal participation, and basic musical readiness are expected.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply to perform at SANGEETHAM 2026?
Applications are welcome from:
- Individual local performers
- Music schools and teaching institutions
- Group ensembles and choirs
- Students, emerging artists, and advanced performers
All performers must apply through the registration process.
Is there a screening or selection process?
Yes.
All applicants are required to submit a sample audio recording as part of the application process.
Selections are based on:
- Musical quality and preparedness
- Performance level
- Program balance and scheduling constraints
Final selections are made solely at the discretion of the Abhinay Fine Arts selection committee.
How are performance slots and durations determined?
Performance slots are allocated based on:
- Performer experience and readiness
- Number of selected participants
- Overall festival schedule and artistic flow
As SANGEETHAM includes multiple performers, extended performance slots cannot be guaranteed for all participants.
Will all applicants be accommodated?
While Abhinay Fine Arts strives to be inclusive, not all applicants can be accommodated every year due to:
- Time limitations
- Program balance
- Artistic considerations
Selection committee decisions are final.
Who makes the final programming decisions?
All selections, scheduling, slot allocations, and programming decisions are made by the Abhinay Fine Arts organizing and selection committee, and their decisions are final.
Can performers request a specific time slot or duration?
While performers may indicate preferences, final scheduling and slot duration decisions rest entirely with the organizers.
Are music schools encouraged to participate?
Yes — very strongly encouraged.
Music schools are highly encouraged to present group performances rather than multiple individual student performances. Group presentations:
- Allow more students to participate
- Enable efficient scheduling
- Create cohesive and musically engaging segments
Can individual students still perform?
Yes. Individual performances are welcome; however:
Available slots are limited
Group presentations may be prioritized due to time constraints
Have more questions?
Please refer to the registration page or contact Abhinay Fine Arts directly for additional details.