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F or the last 42 years, Society for the Promotion of Indian Classical Music And Culture Amongst Youth (SPIC MACAY) has been in a huge effort to introduce the rich cultural heritage of the nation to the students. Founder Chairman (Pathmasree) Dr. Kiran Seth is the guiding force of this voluntary organization. "Art revives the Human. There is no better way to refine you than the Art!", says Dr.Seth. He , during his recent visit to Kerala(m) for an Ayurvedic wellness treatment, talked with the media. How can a mechanical engineer be a promoter of Art ! Art helps you to be The Best in any field. It has the ability to bestow the mindfulness one needs for the same. It help us to carefully bring out the best Teacher, Scientist, Player in us. The renowned scientist Albert Einstein was a good Violinist. Art plays a major role in shaping a generation that is apt for this new age. Odissi Workshop Demonstration by Manisha Manaswini Could you tell us about the...

W hat is unique about Shri Sikkil Gurucharan, Carnatic Vocal artiste? Well, there are many that are tangible but there are also some rare intangible facets of this Vidwan. The former are he has a pedigree as descendant of famous Sikkil Sisters , his erudition in academics as well as music, his fame as Fulbright Scholar, his recognition by 'India Today' as one of the all time 'thirty five achievers' in India under the age of 35 and the list goes on. The intangible is his commitment to a cause, passionate patronage for SPIC MACAY and his sublime ability to connect with students of schools, colleges, educational institutions all over India and abroad including UC Davis, California. Sikkil Gurucharan was on a concert visit to Delhi and graciously agreed to do a SPIC MACAY programme in the forenoon. Being a Saturday, it was a challenge to get a host but thanks to the efforts of Shri Vaidyanathan a last minute arrangement was made to do SPIC MACAY program...