Paschimbanga Rajya Sangeet Akademi (PBRSA)

Welcome to Paschim Banga Rajya Sangeet Akademi

History of the organisation

Paschim Banga Rajya Sangeet Akademi, under the Department of Information and Cultural Affairs, Government of West Bengal was inaugurated by Guru Jnan Prakash Ghosh on 20 March, 1982 for the purpose of the promotion, propagation and preservation of the musical heritage (vocal and instrumental music and dance) of Bengal - both classical and folk - for the benefit of our own future generations and also to create awareness throughout the globe.

Academies

Mamata Banerjee

Hon'ble CM, Government of West Bengal

Mission

To provide high-quality music education and training of Indian Classical and other forms through various programs and workshops.
To organize and host regular music performances, festivals, and competitions showcasing diverse musical styles of the state.
To inspire and empower the next generation of musicians.
To conduct research and documentation on traditional and contemporary music forms of West Bengal.
To serve as a resource center for information and expertise related to music in the state.
To make music accessible and enjoyable for all.
To play a vital role in the cultural development of West Bengal.

Vision

To be a leading center for the preservation, promotion, and advancement of music in West Bengal and beyond.
To foster a vibrant and inclusive music community that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the state.
To nurture and inspire talented musicians and music enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds.
To create an exciting platform for the performance and appreciation of music in the state.
To foster cultural exchange and collaboration between musicians from West Bengal and other parts of India and the world.
To serve as a cultural hub for the state, showcasing both traditional and contemporary music.

Awards

Activities

Publication

Event

Awards

The Akademi pays respect to stalwarts in the fields of music and dance through Akademi Awards in the names of celebrated doyens. Every year Alauddin Puraskar, Jnanprakash Ghosh Puraskar, Girijashankar Puraskar, Pannalal Bhattacharya Puraskar and Uday Shakar Puraskar are given to eminent personalities in the fields of Vocal music, instrumental music, percussion, semi-classical music and dance.

Alauddin Puraskar

Uday Shankar Puraskar

Girija Shankar Puraskar

Jnan Prakash Ghosh Puraskar

Pannalal Bhattacharya Puraskar

Activities

Principle aim of PBRSA to preserve and promote the great heritage of music and dance in the state. The Akademi is dedicated to concertize a lot of creations in different genres of music, and different disciplines of dance to reaffirm the dignity of our age old tradition in classicism as well as in ethnic arts- simple, lucid and of recreating objectivity.

Central Wokshop on Different Music Genre

District Level Workshop on Different Music Genre

District Level Competition on Rabindra Sangeet and Adhunik Bangla Gaan

State Level Competition on Music & Instruments

Inauguration Day Celebration of PBRSA

Seminar And Workshop on Different Subjects of Dance

State Level Competition on Music & Instruments

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Events

Paschimbanga Rajya Sangeet Akademi and Paschimbanga Nritya Akademi ,throughout the year, organize events such as Classical Music Conferences, District Level Music Festival, Dance Festival, Dance Drama Festival, honor past legends and promote emerging talents in music and dance. These events serve as platforms for sharing knowledge, nurturing skills, and fostering a sense of community among artists.

Nutan Juger Bhore

Dui Shikhar

Youth Classical Music Conference

Classical Music Conference

District Classical Music Festival

Dance Drama Festival

Uday Shankar Dance Festival

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Exhibition

Paschimbanga Rajya Sangeet Akademi and Paschimbanga Nritya Akademi organize exhibitions to showcase the rich cultural heritage of West Bengal. Through displays of traditional music instruments, life of Dance icons, artworks, and historical artifacts, academies try to preserve and promote the state's cultural legacy.