Artist Associations

Here are some of the prominent music and dance artists associations in Tamil Nadu:

Tamil Nadu Music and Dance Teachers' Association: This association was established in 1944 and is one of the oldest associations for music and dance teachers in Tamil Nadu.

South Indian Musician's Association: This is a well-known association of musicians in Tamil Nadu and promotes the music and culture of South India.

Tamil Nadu Eyal Isai Nataka Manram: This association was established in 1956 and is dedicated to promoting the traditional folk arts of Tamil Nadu, including dance, music, and drama.

Tamil Nadu Iyal Isai Nataka Mandram: This association was established in 1957 and is dedicated to promoting the literary and performing arts of Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu Dance and Music Colleges Association: This is an association of colleges and institutions that offer courses in dance and music in Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu Musicians' Union: This is an association of musicians in Tamil Nadu and works to protect the rights and interests of musicians.

Tamil Nadu Nadigar Sangam: This is an association of actors in Tamil Nadu and works to promote the welfare of actors in the film industry.

Tamil Nadu Dubbing Artistes Union: This is an association of dubbing artists in Tamil Nadu and works to protect the rights and interests of dubbing artists.

List of Music & Dance Artists Associations from Tamilnadu with website details.

  • ABHAI, Chennai : ABHAI brings together under a common banner all Bharatanatyam artistes, dancers and Gurus and all accompanying artists.
  • Shri Purandaradaasar Trust, Chennai : Shri Purandaradaasar Trust (SPT) promotes Indian culture and music by conducting competitions, Lectures Cum Demonstrations, workshops etc.