About the centre
The Centre serves as a vibrant platform for innovative research, study, and presentation of folk culture. It regularly organizes performances, dialogues, seminars, and research projects focused on India’s oral traditions. Through national initiatives such as the Vishwarang Book Yatra, the Centre has played a significant role in highlighting folk music and folk artists.
About the centre
The Centre serves as a vibrant platform for innovative research, study, and presentation of folk culture. It regularly organizes performances, dialogues, seminars, and research projects focused on India’s oral traditions. Through national initiatives such as the Vishwarang Book Yatra, the Centre has played a significant role in highlighting folk music and folk artists.
Initiatives
- Special Performances of Folk Songs, Dances, and Music
- Research and Documentation Projects on Folk Traditions
- Felicitation and Encouragement of Folk Artists
- Seminars, Dialogues, and Workshops
- Short-term Research Projects on Regional Folk Traditions
Publications
The Centre has published several significant works on folk culture, including:
- Traditional Holi Songs of Braj and Mainpuri
- Folk Devotional Songs and Kabir Music of Malwa
- Chhattisgarhi, Bhojpuri, Maithili, and Nimadi Folk Music
- A Booklet on the Sanja Festival
- Research Publications Compiled by Dr. Vinita Chaubey on Ritual Songs and 125 Years of Social Transformation
- An Ongoing Short Research Project on Ritual Songs of Nimar
Gallery
This section showcases photographs from the Centre’s activities, folk music sessions,
award ceremonies, book releases, workshops, and performances by folk artists.
Got any questions?
Don't hesitate to get in touch.
DirectorVinay Upadhyay
CentreTagore Folk Art & Culture Centre
Send Emailvinay.srujan@gmail.com
Phone+91 9826392428