Dance and Music Festival
Chennai tour is one of the revered tours to incredible India, this capital city of Indian state Tamil Nadu as well the fourth largest metros of India is sought after by a large number of tourists from all over the world. Before the Portuguese and British colonies this was ruled by the charismatic south Indian dynasties-Pallava, Chera, Chola, Pandya and Vijaynagar dynasties.
Chennai art and culture is rich, people celebrate various festivals and fairs throughout the year. Dance and Music festival of Chennai is one of the most widely celebrated festivals held from mid December to January. Mainly this festival features the revered Carnatic music and the classical dance of Chennai which is celebrated in various locations of the city. Art enthusiasts from all over the country come to take part in this festival which is a great extravaganza. The venues of the festival are temple complexes, auditoriums and heritage bungalows. Artists from all over the country showcase their music and dance talent in this festival.
Known as the 'Margazhi Festival of Dance and Music' this dance and music festival of the city was held first in 1927 to celebrate the Madras Music Academy’s anniversary in December. It was later become a part of the cultural life of the people. More than 300 concerts are held and a total of 2000 participants take part in this festival. The celebrated month is the sacred Tamil month of Hindus.
There is something divine in origin of Carnatic Music and people have a belief that in the music and dance festival melody and divinity mingle to create a divine atmosphere. The main concerts of this festival are performances of vocal and instrumental musician, solo and group dance, etc.
