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The Top 12 Colleges for Classical Music in India

A premier institution offering a wide range of Hindustani classical music courses.

1. Prayag Sangeet Samiti Allahabad

A government-run institution offering degrees in Hindustani classical music.

2. National Academy of Music - Delhi

One of the most prestigious institutions for Carnatic music, offering a comprehensive curriculum.

3. Madras Music College Chennai

Renowned for its integrated approach to arts education, including Carnatic music.

4. Kalakshetra Music Chennai

A leading cultural organization that also offers music courses.

5. Sri Krishna Gana Sabha Chennai

A non-profit institution offering courses in various Western classical instruments.

6. Delhi School of Music Delhi

Offers courses in Western classical music, Hindustani classical music, and fusion music.

7. Shankar Mahadevan Academy - Mumbai

Provides international-standard Western classical music education.

8. Trinity College of Music London (Indian Branch)

Offers courses in both Indian classical and Western classical music.

9. Rabindra Bharati University -Kolkata

Offers a diverse range of music programs, including Hindustani classical music.

10. Banaras Hindu University - Varanasi

Offers courses in Hindustani classical vocal music.

11. Vishwakarma University Pune

Many gharanas (musical lineages) have their own institutions, such as the Banaras Gharana, Patiala Gharana, and Jaipur Gharana.

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