TANDANANA Annamacharya International Music Competition 2025 Grand Finale on 20th December 2025
Hyderabad, 07th November, 2025: Annamacharya Bhavana Vahini (ABV), founded by Padma Shri Dr. Shobha Raju, is delighted to announce the Grand Finals of “TANDANANA, Annamacharya International Music Competition 2025”, to be held on 20th December 2025 at 6:00 PM onwards at Annamayyapuram, NAC Road, Hitech City, Hyderabad.
“Tandanana”, the refrain found in Saint Annamacharya’s Sankeertana, represents the spirit of universal harmony, devotion, and equality. This international competition, organized by ABV, has drawn participants from across the globe, celebrating Annamacharya’s timeless compositions that transcend barriers of caste, creed, and culture.
Dr. Shoba Raju, Founder President, Annamacharya Bhavana Vahini (ABV); said, The main purpose of my teaching is to educate the people about the true spirit of music. I want to give them encouragement in a good way. I want to educate them about the values of our culture in a positive way. I want to educate them about the importance of Annamacharya. Why only Annamacharya Sankirtanas? I believe that Annamacharya Sankirtanas spoke about Bhagavat Tattva in a very profound way. Venkateshwara Swamy is not just a statue on a hill. He is the energy of the universe. He is bright in the sun and moon. He is hot and bright in the fire that we see in the world. Annamacharya Sankirtanas taught us a lot of things in a logical way. We are not different from others. We have the same power and they have the same power. Sometimes we believe it, sometimes we don’t. Belief is also a kind of superstition, But this is the truth. If we know this and practice it in the world, then there will be no ignorance, no confusion, no discrimination. Even if one person is conscious and the other is not conscious, there will be some confusion in the world. If you want to switch on the TV, if you want to switch on the social media phone, you have to have some kind of power to switch it on. Otherwise it will be scary. Such news is coming. Such events are happening in the world. Have you ever heard of a wife killing her husband? a son killing his mother? a father torturing his daughter? There are many such events happening in the world. There are also many natural disasters happening. The root cause of all these is the wrong thoughts and selfish thoughts. The more we live in harmony with nature, the more the obstacles will be removed. When we live in harmony with nature, we will find peace and contentment, This is what we are doing. To achieve this, I am giving great importance to Annamacharya Sankirtana. Annamacharya Sankirtana is a great way to achieve this. All of you must have experienced Annamacharya Sankirtana.
Ms. Jyotsna Kompalli, Program Director, Tandanana – Annamacharya International Music Competition 2025; said, we have received entries from 18 countries. We have sent auditions to 600 plus participants. We have sub-juniors below 6 years, juniors from 7 to 15 years, and seniors above 16 years. We have divided the auditions into three categories. We have received good participation in all three categories. This shows how popular and spiritually our generation is inclined. We have screened the auditions. After screening, three finalists are shortlisted from each category. These three finalists perform live on the day of the grand finale. After the grand finale, the finalists announce the winner from each category. The winners get a prize distribution on the hands of Chandra Babu in Amaravathi. This is the plan. We have taken the initiative of Tandanana Annamacharya International Music Competition at this scale.
Mr. Subba Rao, Program Advisor, Tandanana – Annamacharya International Music Competition 2025; said, When I first came to America, I did not know that this was a Kacheri. A lot of youngsters teach this Kacheri to their children. They teach this Kacheri because it is a way of singing. That is why, there are a lot of fun musical directors like Ilaiyaraaja, Devi Sri Prasad & Smita. There are a lot of people who come to America and do musical Kacharis does is a lot of fun. The Saturdays and Sundays are a waste of time. How should the children feel when they hear this name? How should they feel when they hear the name Sankirtanas? It is the feeling that the children feel when they hear this name. It is a very big problem. Even today, there are so many reasons for the issues.
We announced singing competitions in three age groups to encourage participation from young, aspiring, and senior vocalists alike. We received over 600+ valid entries from 12 countries, including Dubai, Singapore, and the USA, as well as from various States across India.
These entries were meticulously scrutinized by a panel of experienced musicians, and nine singers shall be selected for the Grand Finals.
A team of popular playback singers will conduct the Finals on 20th December 2025 at Annamayyapuram, Hyderabad, during the Grand Finale, and the winners will be announced on the same day.
The three finalists will receive Gold Medals graciously sponsored by Margadarsi Chit Funds Pvt. Ltd., led by Smt. Sailaja Kiron. We are also privileged to share that Sri N. Chandrababu Naidu, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, has consented to present the Gold Medals to the winners at a special ceremony in Vijayawada.
The Grand Finale will be graced by revered Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji as the Chief Guest, and other eminent dignitaries and patrons of art and spirituality. The event promises to be a grand confluence of music, devotion, and cultural unity.
Under the dynamic leadership of Padmasri Awardee Dr. Shobha Raju garu, the event aims to reach a global audience through extensive media and community participation.
As we prepare for this historic celebration, Annamacharya Bhavana Vahini warmly invites sponsors, patrons, and well-wishers to join hands in supporting this divine mission. Your generous contributions will help sustain the legacy of Saint Annamacharya and inspire future generations through music rooted in devotion and human values.