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ICMS Mission
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Mission |
India Classical music society (ICMS) was founded in 1983
as a not-for-profit organization. The primary mission of ICMS
is to preserve the great art form of Indian classical music
and classical dances, and to pass this ancient Indian heritage
to the future generations. ICMS fulfils its mission by
sponsoring programs of classical music and dance of Indian
origin. ICMS is the only organization in Illinois which
represents all forms of authentic Indian classical music and
dance, and is an “equal opportunity” classical music and dance
organizer. ICMS concerts have a balance of Hindustani and
Carnatic music artists. All forms of dances—Bharathanatayam,
Kathak, Manipuri, and Kuchipudi—have been organized. ICMS is
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by a dedicated and entirely voluntary board of directors. |
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Concerts |
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CMS organizes about 12 Indian classical music concerts and
dances every year. High standards are maintained, whether the
concerts are conducted by internationally recognized or local
Illinois artists.
In order to increase exposure and attract a
diverse audience, ICMS schedules performances in various concert halls
around the city, and arranges some presentations jointly with
other organizations. ICMS participates in the outreach
community program to expose a diverse population to the Indian
classical music and dance. Some of these concerts have no
admission fee. ICMS periodically recognizes local professional
Indian classical musicians and dancers by sponsoring their
concerts.
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Youth Festival |
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One of the major goals of
ICMS is to foster the rich heritage of Indian classical music and
dances in its traditional form, and to pass this art to the next
generation. ICMS organizes its annual Youth Festival for young budding
artists who are learning the great art forms of Indian classical music
and dance from various teachers in the Chicago and nearby area. ICMS
provides a professional setting for these performances and awards
certificates to all the performers. This popular event attracts well
over hundred participants every year. |
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