The NeemranaMusic Foundation
A recognised Charitable Trust founded in 2004 by Francis WacziargPromoting Western classical music and cultural exchange between East and WestFrancis Wacziarg began his career in India as a French diplomat in 1970 and remained deeply involved in heritage and the artsCo-founder of Neemrana Hotels, founder-member of INTACH and the India Foundation for the Arts, Francis Wacziarg became an Indian citizen in 1990He believed India’s monuments and remarkable local talent made the country a natural destination for operaTraining Indian singers to international standards through choirs, scholarships and the Neemrana Music AcademyThe Neemrana Music Academy was established in 2018, while annual scholarships help young Indian artists pursue studies abroadOpera training culminates in major performances acclaimed by audiences across IndiaThe Foundation is headed by Ms. Aude Priya WacziargThe only local institution dedicated to training Indian opera talent with Indian soloistsOpera productions include Le Fakir of Benares (2002), La Traviata (2009), Don Pasquale (2012), Romeo et Juliette (2014), The Republic of Love (2018), La Vie Parisienne (2023) and The Magic Flute (2025)

Annual scholarship

Francis Wacziarg
Scholarship

An annual award supporting promising musicians in their next stage of study and performance.

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About the scholarship

Presented each year in memory of Francis Wacziarg, the scholarship recognises musical ability, consistent practice and commitment to further learning.

The award may support training, mentorship or performance opportunities approved by The Neemrana Music Foundation.

Training

Focused lessons, coaching or an approved course of study.

Mentorship

Guidance suited to the musician’s discipline and stage of development.

Performance

Opportunities that connect study with rehearsal and public performance.

Annual record

Scholarship recipients

2019—2026

2026
Justin JohnAshi RathoreP.S. Devayani

Partner award: Garv Asnani · Allu Veera Raghava Rao Scholarship

2025
Sarthak DarapuriAadya SinhaSparsh BajpaiDevayaniSharmishtha SamalJoel Jerry JwalaPrashansaNikita TiwariSamuel PattaAman Satija

Partner award: Aditi Jain and Anmol Talwar · Allu Veera Raghava Rao Scholarship

2024
Sarthak DarapuriJahnnobi Roy
2023
Vaibhavi SinghJateen Shharma
2022
Akash GadamsettyShubhansh Mishra
2021
Aditya OjhaJateen Sharma
2020
Anmol Talwar
2019
Shambhavi MishraGabriel Harrison

Annual process

How it works

Announcement

Dates and criteria are published.

Application

Musicians submit the requested material.

Selection

Applications are reviewed for ability and commitment.

Award

The selected support begins for that scholarship year.

Applications

Ask about the next annual scholarship.

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