Historic Academic Affiliation

Musicea Arts and Culture Council & Saratov State L. V. Sobinov Conservatoire

Musicea Arts and Culture Council proudly announces the signing of a historic Academic Affiliation, Research, Educational and Cultural Exchange Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saratov State L. V. Sobinov Conservatoire, a Government University under the Ministry of Culture, Government of the Russian Federation.

This landmark international academic collaboration marks a decisive step towards building Atmanirbhar Western Music Education in India and establishing a national framework for music education, assessment, and qualifications that is globally benchmarked, academically rigorous, and governed from India.

Musicea today stands as India’s global voice for music qualifications—creating a sovereign, future-ready ecosystem for Western classical and contemporary music education while proudly showcasing India’s cultural heritage on global platforms.

Historic MoU Signing Ceremony

Russian House (Gorky Sadan), Kolkata | 19 January 2026

The Memorandum of Understanding was formally signed on 19 January 2026 at the Russian House (Gorky Sadan), Kolkata, in the presence of senior government representatives, diplomats, academic leaders, educators, and eminent citizens from India and the Russian Federation.

Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, Hon’ble Minister of State (MoS), Ministry of Education, Government of India, formally acknowledged the historic MoU signing, recognising its national significance in strengthening India’s global engagement in music education, academic research, and cultural diplomacy.

Visiting Academic Delegation

Prof. Alexander G. Zanorin – Rector, Professor of the Choir Conducting Department
Prof. Viacheslav Y. Bondarenko – Vice-Rector for Educational Affairs & International Relations, Professor of the Folk Instruments Department
Ms. Natalia S. Grigoreva – Chief International Relations Manager, Teacher of the Academic Singing Department

Their engagement reaffirmed the Conservatoire’s commitment to long-term academic collaboration with Musicea and India’s music education ecosystem.

Governmental, Diplomatic and Institutional Endorsement

Ms. Nandini Shringla – Director General, Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)
Mr. Sanjeev Sanyal – Economic Advisor to the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India
Dr. Arijit Dutta Chowdhury – Director General, National Council of Science Museums

The ceremony was presided over by:

Mr. Sergey V. Shushin – Director, Russian House (Gorky Sadan)
Ms. Ekaterina P. Tyurina – Deputy Consul General of the Russian Federation

Their presence underscored growing governmental confidence in Musicea as a credible global partner advancing Atmanirbhar Western Music Education and strengthening India’s cultural diplomacy.

Celebration Concert

Rotary Sadan, Kolkata

Musicea Distinction candidates presented Western Classical and Indian music performances
Music teachers from across India were honoured for their contribution to pedagogy

Certification & International Academic Recognition

All participating students received Certificates of Participation issued by Saratov State L. V. Sobinov Conservatoire, jointly signed by the Rector of the University and the Director of Musicea Arts and Culture Council.

This marked the first time in India that students received academic certification from a Government Conservatoire with over 100 years of legacy in conservatoire pedagogy.

Academic Outreach Programme

Vidyanjali International School | 20 January 2026

Academic interaction with students, teachers, and parents
Guidance on higher degrees and progression pathways at the Conservatoire
Interactive Q&A with senior Conservatoire leadership

Atmanirbhar Western Music Education

Musicea is pioneering a national framework for music education, assessment, and qualifications that is globally benchmarked yet governed and quality-assured from India.

Western classical and contemporary music education
Indian cultural heritage and identity
Research-led pedagogy and transparent assessment
Global academic progression pathways

Why Musicea is Unique

India-led governance with global academic benchmarking
Government-to-government academic collaboration
Clear pathways from Indian graded courses to international degrees
Alignment with the national vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat

Vision for the Future

This historic MoU reflects Musicea’s long-term vision of empowering India through music education that is academically sovereign, globally respected, and culturally confident.

Musicea Arts and Culture Council
India’s Global Voice for Music Qualifications