"Music Education Is More Vital Than Ever"

In a recent interaction, renowned Indian singer, composer and music director SHEYKHAR RAVJIANI spoke about the vision behind the Global Schools Sheykhar Ravjiani School of Music (GSSRSOM), a collaboration between Global Indian International School and Ravjiani, the relevance of music education in a tech-driven world, and much more. Excerpts from his email chat with Vishal Katoch

- SHEYKHAR RAVJIANI

Could you tell us more about the Global Schools Sheykhar Ravjiani School of Music (GSSRSOM)? What is the core vision behind it, and how did the idea first take shape? Additionally, could you share insights into the fee structure, the mode of delivery (online or in-person), and the number of students the school aims to enrol each year?

When I first visited GIIS, I was deeply impressed by their approach to education and their seamless integration of technology, which gives talented students opportunities to excel beyond academics.

I thought to myself—here is a school whose philosophy aligns perfectly with my own. Giving back to the new generation and watching them succeed is something I am truly passionate about. This partnership was not just a meeting of energies, but a meeting of minds.

Through the Global Schools Sheykhar Ravjiani School of Music, I'm delighted to share my love for music with so many budding musicians and singers. The school is future-focused, with a unique curriculum I have personally designed. It currently reaches over 15,000 students across 21 campuses worldwide, combining musical excellence with a strong grounding in cultural roots.

Each year, students from Global Schools around the world are invited to apply. Through a blend of online workshops and school visits, more than 2,000 students have participated in our programmes. Selected students receive personalised training through monthly sessions, supervised by the GSSRSOM team and occasionally by me as well.