Sound of music: Top 10 dance & music fests in India

By Rashmi Henriques

If you thought dancing to Bollywood numbers is all that India has to offer? Then, sip some coffee and think again! A land rich in culture and heritage, India has bought to fore various forms of music and dance — classical, folklore and the most-popular (after Bollywood) is Electronic Dance Music.

Traditional dance forms like Odissi, Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi, Manipuri and Mohiniattam fascinate foreigners to come to this land of rich culture.

Konark Dance & Music Festival has been patronising Indian dance forms for decades, Storm in Bangalore is a perfect platform for young artistes who want to make a lasting impact on the Indian music scene.

For dance enthusiasts, Khajuraho Dance Festival and Hornbill Festival in Nagaland is a must-visit. Here is the list of the best Dance & Music Festivals held every year in India. We suggest you pack in some drums, guitar and tabla for your young lad and string together some tunes this holiday.