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)

From India to France.
Through music.

The Neemrana Music Foundation enables exceptional young Indian classical musicians to train in France—nurturing artistry, discipline and global understanding through immersive education and cultural exchange.

With the support of

The Embassy of France in India and Institut français India support our scholarship programme.

Their support helps talented young Indian musicians pursue advanced training in France.

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Meet the scholars
The Neemrana Music Foundation artists celebrating together after a stage performance

Since 2008, The Neemrana Music Foundation has sponsored 16 young Indian artists to pursue advanced music training in France.

The scholar journey.

A path of dedication, discovery and transformation.

2024
Portrait of Sarthak Darapuri
Sarthak Darapuri
2024
Portrait of Jahnnobi Roy
Jahnnobi Roy
2023
Portrait of Vaibhavi Singh
Vaibhavi Singh
2023
Portrait of Jateen Shharma
Jateen Shharma
2022
Portrait of Akash Gadamsetty
Akash Gadamsetty
2022
Portrait of Rueben Mathew
Rueben Mathew
2020
Portrait of Gabriel Harrison
Gabriel Harrison
2018
Portrait of Sharmishtha Samal
Sharmishtha Samal
2018
Portrait of Renie Mathew
Renie Mathew
2016
Portrait of Bhanu Sharma
Bhanu Sharma
2016
Portrait of Sharmishtha Samal
Sharmishtha Samal
2015
Portrait of Vian Pereira
Vian Pereira
2014
Portrait of Ramya Roy
Ramya Roy
2013
PM
Priyanka Mukherjee
2012
Portrait of Nitya Urbanna Vaz
Nitya Urbanna Vaz
2011
WR
William Richmond
2010
HH
Hamish Hossain
2008
Portrait of Vikrant Subramanian
Vikrant Subramanian
2024

Sarthak Darapuri

Baritone

Studies in France

Scholarship studies in France

France

A bridge for
artistic growth.

Developed in partnership with the French Embassy, the scholarship pathway connects promising Indian musicians with advanced study and cultural immersion in France.

01

Selection in India

Promising artists are identified through The Neemrana Music Foundation’s training, performances and artistic guidance.

02

Advanced study

Scholars continue their musical development at respected conservatoires and music institutions in France.

03

Knowledge returns

International experience strengthens professional practice and enriches India’s growing operatic community.

A gesture of support between The Neemrana Music Foundation artists

Help carry the next
Indian voice further.

Scholarships turn years of disciplined training into international opportunity. Your support can help the next artist take that step.

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