Dhwani Academy of Percussion Music
Empowering Harmony and Transforming Lives
Welcome to “Dhwani Academy”, a premier non-profit charitable organization in the U.S. started in Southern California in 2004, dedicated to promoting Indian Traditional Music, with a special emphasis on Indian Percussion Art. The Academy is focused on nurturing, enrichment and exploration of Indian Traditional Music in its various beautiful manifestations. An institution dedicated to preserving and promoting Indian classical music, while fostering a culture of inclusivity, community out-reach, and cross-cultural exchange with special reference to percussion instruments.
In this endeavor to generate a global awareness, “Dhwani Academy” takes different approaches such as collaboration with internationally acclaimed Musicians, Music Institutes, arranging cultural exchange programs, organizing International Festivals and many more. The Academy also wishes to undertake programs to explore the vast repertoire of musical traditions of different countries to cultivate awareness in the communities to educate them about their own Rich Traditions.
Our mission is to preserve, explore and share the vibrant rhythms of Indian classical and folk music with the world. We impart high-quality percussion music education facilitating transformations of a student in to an “Artist”. As part of our social responsibility, we reach out to physically challenged students to light their talent and help to secure future for them. We firmly believe that “Music has the power to transform lives”, and we strive to create a platform for young talents to shine and reach new heights.
Our programs and initiatives include:
Percussion music- classes for students of all ages and abilities
Tabla sessions for physically challenged students
Community outreach programs, including music workshops, and performances
Collaborations with international musicians and music schools
Annual music festivals and concerts showcasing young talents
Join us in our mission to preserve, promote, and celebrate Indian classical music, while making a positive impact on our community.
Together, let’s create a “Harmonious world”
Pt. Abhijit Banerjee
Events & Activities
A distinguished highlight of our concert is GURUPUNIMA, a special segment honouring eminent Indian musicians who have profoundly shaped the landscape of percussion and classical music
Each year Dhwani Academy presents a unique music festival that highlights the rich traditional Indian Music and Percussion, complemented by collaborative presentations.
Dhwani Academy of Percussion Music In Collaboration With The Worah Family Foundation & Irvine Barclay Theater.
Present: Next Wave Series
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USA Activities 2025
- March 30 | R&R Next Wave
- April 12 & 13 | Vocal Accompaniment Workshop
- May 31 & June 1 | Instrumental Workshop (Kushal Das)
- June 7 | Artist Workshop
- June 8 | R&R Next Wave
- July | Summer Camp
- August 2 | R&R Next Wave
- August 9 | Guru Purnima
- November | Festival
