Thamil Isai Kalaamanram (TIKM) is a Registerd Canadian Charitable organization dedicated to promoting classical Carnatic music and Bharathanatyam dance in Canada, headquartered in Toronto.
The 3 main goals of TIKM are:
Since 1992, the principal activity of TIKM is to organize standardized Carnatic music and Bharathanatyam dance examinations for Canadian students. These annual exams are held in Toronto during the autumn months. Average anual examination cycle contained over 2000 applicants from 100+ teachers.
These exams consist of seven grades, and have been modelled after similar testing centres in South India and Sri Lanka for the following subjects;
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Since 1992, the principal activity of TIKM is to organize standardized Carnatic music and Bharathanatyam dance examinations for Canadian students. These annual exams are held in Toronto during the autumn months.
The scholarship program was intended to address the common complaint by Carnatic students that their musical achievements were not being recognized by postsecondary academic institutions.
Besides examinations, TIKM’s main objective is to provide concert venues for both seasoned professionals and elementary students of Carnatic music. To this effect, they frequently hold general music recitals in addition to themed programs (such as the Papanasam Sivan festivals) where students of all skill levels perform.
Exam registration is now open. You can now apply online. Please note we have upgraded our system. If you need assistance, please contact TIKM
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