International Carnatic Music & Dance Competitions 2025
1 June 2025 - 10 July 2025
We are back once again for another round of our annual International Carnatic Music & Dance Competition. Trophies and e-certificates await for our winners, who will also stand a chance to perform for our International Carnatic Music Festival LIVE later this year!
CLOSING DATE : 15 may 2025
About The Festival
Bringing together artistes, practitioners, students and lovers of carnatic music globally in a common platform.
The Malaysia International Carnatic Music Festival (MYICMF) had its inaugural year in 2019 and will be hosting the seventh event in 2025.
The event comprises of 3 pillars: Concerts, Conferences and Competitions and focus on 3 outcomes which are Entertainment, Education and Excellence to provide its beneficiaries a privilege to experience the treasures of a profound heritage.
About The Competition
A platform established for recognizing talents around the globe.
Our competitions are designed for participants right from the tender age of 6, and with no maximum age limit.
Competition Categories
Vocal
Vocal (Individual)
- Geetham
- Varnam
- Krithi
- Divine Classics
- Concert Competition
Vocal (Group)
- Choir (Carnatic/Folk)
Classical Instrument
Instrument (Individual)
- Geetham
- Varnam
- Krithi
- Percussion Basic
- Percussion Advanced
- Concert Competition
Instrument (Group)
- Ensemble
Classical Dance
Dance (Individual)
- Bharatha Natyam
- Odissi
Dance (Group)
- Indian Classical
- Indian Folk Dance
Creative Competitions
- Multimedia
- Fancy Dress (Malaysia)
- Craft
- Visual Art
Age Groups
Sub Junior (SJ) | 6 to 9 |
Junior (J) | 10 to 13 |
Sub Senior (SS) | 14 to 17 |
Senior (S) | 18 and above |
Age to be categorized according to year of birth
Competition Prizes