# Sri Chembai Memorial Trust

> Sri Chembai Memorial Trust at Sri Chembai Memorial Trust, Thiruvananthapuram, Open all year

- **When:** Open all year
- **Venue:** Sri Chembai Memorial Trust
- **Address:** Muttathara, Thiruvananthapuram, kerala, 695009
- **Organiser:** Eventify
- **Event page:** https://app.eventifyplus.com/event/sri-chembai-memorial-trust

## About this event

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The Chembai Memorial Government Music College Trust plays a key role in promoting classical music and cultural heritage through the organization of the Chembai Music Festival and several other musical and cultural programmes. These events celebrate the legacy of the legendary Carnatic musician Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavathar, whose contributions greatly influenced the development of Carnatic music in South India.The Chembai Music Festival, often called Chembai Sangeetholsavam, is one of the most prominent classical music festivals in Kerala. Held annually in Guruvayur, the festival brings together renowned Carnatic musicians, young performers, and music enthusiasts from across India. The event typically features vocal and instrumental concerts, group performances, and devotional music sessions that celebrate the richness of the Carnatic music tradition.In addition to the main festival, the trust organizes various music events, concerts, recitals, and cultural programmes throughout the year. These activities help nurture emerging talent while also providing a platform for established artists to share their music with wider audiences. Students, classical musicians, and cultural enthusiasts frequently participate in these programmes, making them an important part of Kerala’s cultural calendar.The trust’s efforts aim to preserve and promote Carnatic music, encourage young artists, and keep the legacy of Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavathar alive for future generations. Through its regular concerts and cultural gatherings, it continues to strengthen the appreciation of classical music and traditional performing arts.Overall, the trust serves as an important cultural institution supporting music education, performance, and heritage, with the Chembai Music Festival standing as its most celebrated event each year.

🚆 Railway: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station (\~2 km)

✈️ Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (\~4 km)

🚌 Bus: East Fort Bus Stop (\~1 km)

🏨 Stay: Hotel Pankaj / Apollo Dimora / The Central Residency

✅ Notes: Sri Chembai Memorial Trust at Sreevaraham, Thiruvananthapuram promotes Carnatic music through concerts, music festivals and cultural programmes held in memory of legendary musician Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavathar.