Summary
The Garden High School Kolkata’s Annual Concert 2024 was a spectacular showcase of talent and dedication, marked by an eclectic mix of music, drama, and dance that captivated the audience from start to finish.
The event was not just a celebration of student talent, but a testament to the transformative power of art and education in shaping young minds.
The Garden High School Kolkata’s Annual Concert 2024 was a spectacular showcase of talent and dedication, marked by an eclectic mix of music, drama, and dance that captivated the audience from start to finish. The event on May 11, started with a mesmerizing musical piece titled ‘Time Lapse’, setting a high standard for the evening. Principal Sm Rajashri Biswas took the stage to congratulate the students on their numerous achievements and highlighted the significance of their community work. She praised the students' involvement in ‘Pathanam,’ a project where they spent countless hours teaching less privileged children from the Sunderbans, showcasing the school’s commitment to social responsibility.
The program continued with a classical music segment featuring a rendition of Tarana in Raga Bhoopali and a Rajasthani Maand. The students' performances, under the expert guidance of their music teacher, were a testament to their hard work and musical prowess, leaving the audience in awe.
The students' performances, under the expert guidance of their music teacher, were a testament to their hard work and musical prowess Garden High School, Kolkata
The highlight of the evening was the comic satire ‘Sunday Costs Twenty Thousand Rupees,’ directed by Pro-Rector Ms Kavita Guha. The play’s humorous yet poignant narrative, brought to life by the talented cast, won the hearts of the audience. The cast’s portrayal of the various quirky characters was met with resounding appreciation during the curtain call, reflecting the students' impressive acting skills.
The highlight of the evening was the comic satire ‘Sunday Costs Twenty Thousand Rupees', where the cast’s portrayal of the various quirky characters was met with resounding appreciation Garden High School, Kolkata
The prize distribution ceremony honored students from classes 9 to 12 for their excellence in academics. Notable among the awards was the prestigious Satikanta Guha Memorial Prize, recognising exceptional achievements across various fields. Chinar House emerged victorious, lifting the House trophy.
The musical journey continued with the school choir's soul-stirring rendition of the Maha Ganesh Pancharatna, followed by a foot-tapping performance of "Bohemian Rhapsody" that had the audience swaying in unison. The heartfelt ballad "Hai Bhalobashi" resonated with every heart in the auditorium, showcasing the choir's exceptional harmonization.
The musical journey continued with the school choir's soul-stirring performance Garden High School, Kolkata
The concert's final segment featured a deeply moving dance presentation, ‘Guru Pranam.’ Choreographed by a school teacher, the performance was a tribute to the mentors and celebrated the universal divine oneness. From chants and shlokas from the Upanishads, and the Bhagavad Gita to the soul-stirring melodies of Tagore and Sufi mysticism, each movement echoed a profound sense of gratitude and reverence.
From the soul-stirring melodies of Tagore and Sufi mysticism, each movement echoed a profound sense of gratitude and reverence Garden High School, Kolkata
The concert concluded with a grand finale, where all participants gathered on stage to sing the National Anthem together. The Garden High School Annual Concert 2024 was not just a celebration of student talent, but a testament to the transformative power of art and education in shaping young minds.
Last updated on 18 May 2024
