Hungarian Ensemble KAKIKS performed in Dehradun...!!!

What a beautiful music by the Kakiks,the Hungarian folk percussion ensemble who performed for the students of Selaqui World school,Asian School and the Welham Girls'!!!!

Every folk tradition potrays the feelings and emotions of a common man in a lucid manner.So does the Hungarian Folk tradition...

The rich rhythmic melodies were from various parts of Hungary suitable for dance were from Moldavia,Carpathean Basin,Transilvania,Transdanubian Hills and the Southern Great Plane of Hungary.The kakiks transported the students to Hungary itself through their repertoire.

Whether it was a song of a peasant or it was that of a soldier or an outlaw,all those were rich in bringing out ecstasy,joy,celebration and jubilation....

Their typical and native instruments like the Herdi Gerdi,The Gordon and the Hungarian Drums along with Violin,Viola,Cello,Lute ,Bagpiper and various types of flutes were a real treat to ears and eyes.......

Hungarian Ensemble KAKIKS performed in Dehradun...!!!

A letter from HEADMASTER Selaqui International School...!!!

SPIC MACAY DEHRADUN, provided SelaQui International School the opportunity to play host to Hungarian percussion band,” Kákics”. The band was dressed in traditional Hungarian attire and carried instruments alien even to seasoned musicians. The Indian Traditions were ceremoniously conducted and revered by men foreign to our land, creating a bond even before the start of the program. The team comprised of Ákos Tárnok, Tibor Lendvai , Lajos Kiss, Árpád Horváth,and Norbert Nagy and used traditional instruments of countryside Hungary like double-bottomed Moldavian Csángó drum, hurdy-gurdy and the Gordon.

Artist honored by Headmaster at Selaqui International School 

The Multipurpose Hall was a tempest of applause and each performance was celebrated. Language seemed not to be a barrier while the melodies and the synchronized harmony had the audience enthralled. The icing on the cake was a dance gig performed by lead vocalist Akos Tarnok . Each piece was graced by a prelude read in English by Norbert Nagy with a tinge of Hungarian influence detailing the performance and also enlightening us about the instruments in use. Most of the song was influenced by strong rural settings and folk songs of Hungarian countryside dealing with love, separation and joy.  

The mesmerized audience was privileged to hear a presentation in addition to what the band had originally planned, as they were humbled by hospitality. Indeed it was an evening when one was transported to Hunger instantaneously, an evening when Music was “Manna” for SeQuins.

P.S:- Thank you so much Selaqui Internation School for your constant support. We look forward to many more concerts in your school.

Dr. Kiran Seth, Our beloved Founder's Visit to Dehradun...!!!

Dehradun, 22^nd Nov: Dr Kiran Seth, the founder of SPIC MACAY addressed the teachers and students of several schools at Welham Boy’s School today.

Kiran Seth is an Indian academician who founded SPIC MACAY in the year 1977. It is a nonprofit organization which promotes Indian classical music, Indian classical dance and other aspects of Indian culture amongst youth. In 2009, he was awarded the Padma Shri by the government of India for his contribution to the arts.

The welcome note was given by Principal Welham Boys’ Gunmeet Bindra who threw light on Dr Kiran Seth’s accomplishments and welcomed teachers and students from various  schools.

The talk was attended by eminent guests such as Piya Thakur, Ajanta Goswamy, Bhumesh Bharti, Madhvi, Rajen Brijnath, Ajay Shar

ma, Sangeet Kalra and Ankit Babbar.

The schools which participated in the talk were The Himjyoti School, The Asian School, Bala Hisar Academy, Welham Girls’, Carman Residential & Day School, Ecole Globale International Girls School, The Doon Girls’ School, The Asian School and The Little Flower School.

Mrs. Vidya Vasan welcoming Dr. Kiran Seth at Welham Boys School

A movie on SPIC MACAY, Discover yourself was also screened on the occasion to motivate the students and encourage them to join the cultural movement. Bhumesh Bharti presented a photo journey of all programs organized by SPIC MACAY throughout the year.

While addressing the students, Dr Kiran Seth said, “SPIC MACAY the acronym for The Society for the Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture Amongst Youth is not just an organization but a mass movement. For it to succeed, we require long distance runners. It will only be successful if people participate in large numbers.”

He further highlighted on the importance of Yoga and other means of connecting to one’s soul. He suggested the students to chose any one endeavour and practice it daily. This he added is a mantra for one’s success. He emphasized on the relationship between creativity and classical art. He during his talk shared several personal experiences with the students in order to the motive of his mission. 

“We should target to achieve the subtlety of mind. We need to sharpen our souls in order to achieve what we desire and exposure to our culture helps largely in this.” He further added.

The vote of thanks was presented by Lalit Mohan.

The event was coordinated by Abhishesk. Secretary SPIC MACAY Dehradun Vidya Vasan was also present on the occasion.