Mangaluru: St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru, organised SWARANJALI – an enchanting choral and orchestral concert on Sunday, 2nd February 2025 at 5 p.m. in the L. F. Rasquinha Hall of the University.
Music has the power to uplift, connect and inspire. SWARANJALI served as a platform to celebrate harmony through music, featuring a unique blend of spiritual choral renditions and contemporary symphonies. With performances from diverse groups of choirs and musicians, the concert not only promoted cultural appreciation but also fostered a sense of community and togetherness.
Rev. Fr. Melwin Joseph Pinto, SJ, Rector of St Aloysius Institutions was the patron of the programme. Rev. Dr Praveen Martis, SJ, Vice Chancellor of St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) presided over the programme. The Directors of various blocks, deans, teaching and non-teaching staff and students of the University enthusiastically participated in this music extravaganza. The 7 teams presented the beauty of sacred hymns and classical melodies merging them with the vibrancy of contemporary harmonies.
The St Aloysius Deemed to be University Choir and orchestra presented a harmonious blend of the past and present, connecting the spiritual with the contemporary. Asha Kiran Jesuit Scholastics Next, there was a Jive performance. The third group Kanthi Young Voices Choirs consistedof passionate young singers from various CSI churches in Mangalore. This was followed by St Joseph’s Interdiocesan Seminary.A Salsa performance by Remona Sequeira mesmerised the audience. The next performance was by the Choir group from Fatima Retreat House. After which the team NEPAM stands for the North East People Association, Mangaluru,
After that, there was a solo performance by Rachel P. Furtado, a proud alumna.
Dr Charles V. Furtado, Convenor, Swaranjali, President of BMA, proposed the vote of thanks.