Malaysian International Carnatic Music Festival 2024

Celebrate the legacy of Carnatic Music

Three Days of Concerts, Conferences, and Competitions That Unite Tradition, Education, and Excellence

About The Festival

The Malaysia International Carnatic Music Festival (MyICMF) is a celebration of tradition, excellence, and cultural unity. Since its inception in 2019, MyICMF has brought together artistes, students, and lovers of Carnatic music from across the globe on a shared platform.

The event comprises of 3 pillars: Concerts, Conferences and Competitions and focus on 3 outcomes which are Entertainment, Education and Excellence to provide its beneficiaries a privilege to experience the treasures of a profound heritage.


MyICMF 2024 began in June with the International Competitions segment, followed by ShivShakti Concert in July and will culminate from 12 to 14 December with workshops and concerts.


MYICMF believes that art plays a crucial role in fostering healthy minds, and thus, through its purposeful endeavors, it actively contributes to cultivating a peaceful and thriving society.

Festival Programs

Discover the exciting line-up for MYICMF 2024

Day 1: 12 December 2024 (Thursday)

Seminar

Introduction to Arts & Cultural Heritage for School Teachers

Aims to expose schoolteachers to the critical role of arts and cultural heritage in promoting personal growth and unity within a multicultural society.

12 December 2024

10:00am - 1:00pm

Shantanand Auditorium, KL

*Entrance by invitation only

Workshop

Drummers Circle

Participants will engage in collaborative Indian drumming session, enhancing their rhythmic skills and experiencing the communal joy of making music in a circle.

12 December 2024

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Shantanand Auditorium, KL

*Entrance by invitation only

Event

Opening Ceremony & Nightingales in Concert

Showcase of some of the finest Carnatic and Hindustani vocal talents in the country.

12 December 2024

7:00pm - 10:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm)

Shantanand Auditorium, KL

Day 2: 13 December 2024 (Friday)

Forum

Future Frontiers in Performing Arts

Aims to foster a deeper understanding and dialogue among undergraduates about the innovations and challenges in the field of performing arts.

13 December 2024

10:00am - 1:00pm

TBA

*Entrance by invitation only

Virtual

Sembang Budaya bersama Sahabat Selangor

Virtual Networking among industry players

13 December 2024

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Online

*Entrance by invitation only

Day 3: 14 December 2024 (Saturday)

Concert

Music Carnival : Raga Ramayana

Showcase of music, dance and theatre by young talents

14 December 2024

9:00am - 2:00pm

Shantanand Auditorium, KL

CONCERT

Closing Ceremony & Margazhi Utsavam 3.0 Concert

A special concert showcasing emerging young vocal talents, featuring solo performances and vocals tailored for dance.

14 December 2024

5:00pm - 9:00pm

Shantanand Auditorium, KL