"Reach high, for stars lie hidden in you. Dream deep, for every dream precedes the goal"- Rabindranath Tagore
Celebration of 'Rabindra Jayanti' is an important event in the calendar of every educational institution since it marks the birthday celebration of Rabindranath Tagore, the polymath who reshaped literature and music through his timeless vision. He was a renowned poet, writer, philosopher, musician and social reformer who contributed significantly to India’s cultural and literary heritage. He is known by several names such as ‘Gurudev’, ‘Kabiguru’, ‘Biswakabi’ and ‘Bard of Bengal’.
B.D.M.International paid tribute to this iconic literary figure through an array of performances 'Tagore in Symphony' and thus celebrated Tagore’s 163rd Birth Anniversary. This breathtaking programme was held on 7 May, 2024 in the school auditorium. Students across all levels from Pre-Primary to Senior Secondary performed in this spectacular event and showcased their talents through marvellous presentations. The stage decoration was truly eye-catching with paper cut out images enlivening the lines from Tagore’s one of the best literary compositions for the children named 'Sahoj Path'. The mellifluous choir presented a musical collage of Tagorean songs which was a befitting prelude to the cultural journey.
The Principal Ms. Madhumita Sengupta garlanded the portrait of Tagore and delivered the welcome address. She impressed on the parents, who were present as the audience, the idea of nurturing and encouraging talents in children.
Subha Das Mollick, the renowned documentary filmmaker and a teacher of media studies was the chief guest for this magnificent programme and she was duly felicitated by the Heads of the institution. She congratulated the school as well as the students for maintaining the cultural and literary legacy of Bengal. She read out a few lines from 'Chelebela' (Childhood) and this was probably the most nostalgic moment of the day!
The wonderful recitation with enactment of 'Bichitro Shadh'- a laudable initiative by the Pre-Primary wing made everyone feel captivated. This was followed by 'Kobi Katha' in which the students from Primary to Senior Secondary level took part in multiple songs and fascinating dance performances. The diverse compositions of Tagore were beautifully choreographed, synchronised and presented on stage by the extremely versatile performers.
'Amra Sobai Raja'- the musical rendition at the end was truly mind blowing and kept everyone enthralled since it highlighted the image of Tagore as the 'King of Kings'. The creative confluence by presenting 'Goopi Gyne' and 'Bagha Byne'- two famous characters from a popular Satyajit Ray movie and reliving 'Sahoj Path' with its myriad moments and characters through the perspectives of Goopi and Bagha caught the attention of all and sundry.
Tagore was a true visionary, and his innovative educational thoughts are still relevant to the contemporary system of education. His learner centric pedagogical approaches and deep insights into the role of the world of nature in education are indeed globally acclaimed.
B.D.M.International believes in imparting global education and this kaleidoscopic presentation 'Tagore in Symphony' is a perfect homage to this prolific poet and revolutionary thinker and thereby seeking his blessings in carving the desired educational path for thousands of educands.