Bharatiya Sangeet Prasarak Mandal
To support the expanding activities of Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, Bharatiya Sangeet Prasarak Mandal (BSPM) was founded in 1942. A committee of nine distinguished individuals was established to oversee the trust’s initiatives. Since then, Gandharva Mahavidyalaya has been known as BSPM’s Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, Pune.
In its early years, BSPM benefited greatly from the guidance and contributions of notable figures like Shri Datto Vaman Potdar, Shri Lakshman Balawant Bhopatkar, and Shri Damodar Vishwanath Gokhale. Renowned musicians such as Pt. Vinayakrao Patwardhan, Pt. Dattatraya Vishnu Paluskar, and Pt. Purushottam Rajaram Pandit was instrumental in shaping the organization’s mission and vision.
BSPM is dedicated to promoting and preserving the rich heritage of Indian classical music. The trust conducts regular classes, organizes concerts, and publishes literature on classical music. It also offers a structured curriculum and examinations, from Prarambhik to Sangeet Praveen, to uphold high standards in music education. Through scholarships, awards, and other initiatives, BSPM actively nurtures and supports emerging talents, ensuring the continued growth and appreciation of traditional Indian classical music.
Message from President
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President of Bhartiya Sangeet Prasarak Mandal
Aims and Objectives
- Preserve and promote Indian music education through Gandharva Mahavidyalaya.
- Enhance and improve the notation system introduced by Pt. Paluskar.
- Foster public interest in music among diverse communities.
- Establish inclusive music teaching institutes and collaborate with similar organizations.
- Develop a comprehensive music curriculum and conduct proficiency examinations.
- Collect, publish, and disseminate literature on music theory and art.
- Support the collection and promotion of various musical instruments.
- Encourage research and experiments in Indian music theory and art.
- Maintain and utilize funds to achieve these objectives.
Founding Members
- Prof. Datto Vaman Potdar
- Mr. Lakshman Balwant Bhopatkar
- Mr. Damodar Vishwanath Gokhale
- Mr. Vidyadhar Hari Damle
- Mr. Ganesh Hari Ranade
- Dr. Sadashiv Vyankatesh Mone
- Pt. Vinayak Narayan Patwardhan
- Prof. Dattatray Vishnu Paluskar
- Mr. Purushottam Rajaram Pandit