Patna Women’s College Hosts Guest Lecture on Music’s Role in Preserving Culture

Patna: Patna Women’s College hosted a guest lecture on Monday under the aegis of its Music Club, Sur Sangam. The session, titled Sangeet Samarpan: A Devotion to Our Culture, featured Anshika, a music teacher from Edulectics International, a British school, as the guest speaker.

The event began with a ceremonial lighting of the lamp, an age-old tradition that marked the auspicious start of the session. Anshika, along with Rajeev Ranjan, Assistant Professor of Zoology and Music Club Coordinator, and Komal Kumari, Assistant Professor of Sociology and Co-coordinator of the Music Club, lit the lamp, symbolizing knowledge and enlightenment. As part of the event’s theme of sustainability, Komal presented a plant sapling to Anshika, underscoring the college’s commitment to environmental and cultural preservation.

Moderated by Priya Kumari, President of the Music Club, the lecture captivated the audience as Anshika eloquently discussed the profound significance of music in nurturing and preserving cultural heritage. She underscored the unifying, healing, and inspiring qualities of music, with a special focus on the importance of Indian classical music and the intricate variations of sargam.

Her engaging and interactive presentation sparked a lively Q&A session, with students actively participating and gaining deeper insights into musical traditions and techniques. The event was coordinated by Ranjan and Komal.

The session concluded with a vote of thanks from Shachi Singh, Treasurer of the Music Club, who expressed her gratitude for Anshika’s presence and valuable contribution to the event. The guest lecture left a lasting impact on the attendees, fostering a deeper connection with the cultural roots of music and inspiring further appreciation for the art form.