Dear Wonderful ChildrenWelcome to Navarātri Cultural Fest 2025 – Sapthaswaras Saṅgama & Ślokāthon–Season 2!🎉
This vibrant cultural fest is a unique platform for children and teens to showcase their talent creativity and devotion.
🎶 In Sapthaswaras Saṅgama you can immerse yourself in the soulful world of Carnatic Vocal and the melodious rhythms of Carnatic Instruments expressing the beauty of music through devotion and skill.
✨ In Ślokāthon you can recite powerful slokhas in Sanskrit or Tamil connecting deeply with our rich heritage and timeless wisdom.
Slokhas and music are timeless treasures that carry knowledge discipline and values while also filling hearts with joy and harmony. Together they weave a divine cultural experience that inspires both the performer and the listener.
🌸 "स्वरस्य सौंदर्यम् श्लोकस्य माधुर्यम्।" - “The beauty of voice the sweetness of slokha.”
🌸 "सप्तस्वराणां संगमः भक्तेः हृदयस्पर्शः।" - “When the seven notes unite devotion touches the heart.”
👧🧒Age Groups (3–17 years)
👧 Śiśukāḥ (Tiny Tots) : 3–5 years
🧒 Bālakāḥ (Little Champs) : 6–8 years
👦 Kishorāḥ (Young Explorers) : 9–11 years
👩🎓 Yuvakāḥ (Rising Stars) : 12–14 years
🧑🎤 Tarunāḥ (Young Achievers): 15–17 years
Guidelines:
🎶 Sapthaswaras Saṅgama
CLASSIC VOICE (Duration: 3–5 minutes)
· Swaras / Geetham / Varnam / Keerthanai / Bhajans (any Carnatic piece)
CLASSIC MAESTRO (Duration: 3–5 minutes)
· Instruments: Mridangam / Thavil / Kanjira / Ghatam / Veena / Violin / Keyboard
· Other Indian instruments – contact organizer
Instructions:
✔ Adhere to the given duration
✔ Strictly no Karaoke for Classic Voice & Classic Maestro
📖 Ślokāthon
Śiśukāḥ (3–5 yrs) & Bālakāḥ (6–8 yrs):
· Only Slokha recitation
· Duration: 1–3 minutes
Kishorāḥ (9–11 yrs) Yuvakāḥ (12–14 yrs) Tarunāḥ (15–17 yrs):
· Slokha with meaning (in English/Tamil)
· Duration: 2–4 minutes
Languages: Sanskrit or Tamil
Instructions:
✔ Adhere to the given duration
✔ Strictly no Karaoke
📅 Key Dates
Last date for Registration: 30 Sep 2025
Last date for Video Submission: 30 Oct 2025
Last date for Participant Passport Size Photo Submission: 25 Oct 2025 (photo for medal)
Result Announcement (Online): 09 Nov 2025
💰 Registration Fee
India: ₹300 per participant per contest
NRI/International participants : ₹600 per participant per contest
Conversion and Transfer Charges: Please note that international transfers may involve conversion charges or intermediary bank fees. To ensure the complete amount is credited to the R2kademy account kindly select the "OUR" option while making the transfer. This option ensures that any charges are borne by the participant's account rather than being deducted from the transferred amount. Mention Purpose of Transfer Child’s Name + Group + Event
📝How to Register
Share the child’s details via WhatsApp for verification.
Receive payment details and make the payment.
Mention Child’s Name + Group + Event in payment remarks.
Example: Swetha–Kishorāḥ–SSS–S2 / Varsha–Bālakāḥ–Slokathon–S2
Share the payment screenshot via WhatsApp
Complete the registration form with all required details through the online portal at www.r2kademy.com.
All details in the registration form must be filled in carefully as no changes will be allowed after submission
Ensure you are added to the exclusive WhatsApp group – all communication & submission links will be shared only there.
Note: For each contest payment & form submission are to be made separately.
🎥Video Submission
File name must be your Registration ID.
Introduce self in video with below:
Participant Name + Contest name (Sapthaswaras Sangama – Classic Voice/Classic Maestro or Slokathon- Season 2 by R2kademy) + Registration ID (English/Tamil).
Click a photo of the participant during their performance and upload it along with the video.
Last date to upload the video: 30 Oct 2025
🏆 Judging Criteria
🌟 Common for All Categories
✔ Adherence to Time Limits
✔ Overall Presentation & Confidence
✔ Dress Code (Ethnic / Semi-Ethnic wear)
🎤 Classic Voice (Vocal)
· Ragam Thalam Shruthi alignment
· Voice quality & modulation
· Expression (Bhava)
🎶 Classic Maestro (Instrumental)
· Accuracy of notes & rhythm (Shruthi & Thalam)
· Technical skill & clarity of sound
· Creativity & improvisation within a classical framework
📖 Slokathon (Sloka Recitation)
· Clarity of pronunciation & diction
· Memory & fluency
· Expression (Bhava & Bhakti)
· Adherence to correct chanting style
⚖️ Note: Jury’s decision will be final & binding
🎖 Prizes
All Participants: Certificate with common Title award + Medal (with photo)
Winners & Runners: Certificate with exclusive Title award + Medal (with photo) + Trophy
Note:
Packing & shipping charges will be additional.
Certificates medals and trophies will be dispatched to the registered address after the results are announced. Please allow time for processing.
If our courier partner does not service the registered address parents must provide an alternate delivery option. International participants may share a local Indian address of friends/relatives if available.
⚖️ Terms & Notes
All submission links will be shared in the WhatsApp group.
Ethnic/traditional attire encouraged.
Registration fee is non-refundable.
R2kademy reserves the right to reschedule or make any changes if needed
Participants may register for one or more contests
Only one entry per contest per participant
Originality is a must – copied videos will be disqualified.
Until the results are officially announced participants’ work/videos must not be shared with others or posted on any social media platforms in any form.
Jury’s feedback covering both what went well and areas for improvement will be shared with participants.
All submitted entries may be used by R2kademy for promotional purposes across its social media platforms
💌 Join the Celebration!
Navarātri Cultural Fest 2025 is more than just a competition – it is a journey of devotion discipline and discovery. Through Sapthaswaras Saṅgama and Ślokāthon children will not only strengthen their cultural roots but also gain confidence joy and pride in carrying forward our traditions. 🌸
🌟 Celebrate Your Achievement!
Once you receive your Certificate & Medal/Trophy proudly click a photo and celebrate your participation by sharing your photo on Instagram/Facebook and tag @r2kademy! 📸✨
🎶 Let every note every verse and every smile become a part of this divine celebration! ✨
📩 For Queries:
📱WhatsApp: +91 9384666900 (English/Tamil – Text/Voice message only response within 24 hrs)
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐Website: www.r2kademy.com
Event Venue
Online
Tickets
INR 600.00
