Sivapadam Global Competitions 2026
A Global Platform for Devotion, Art & Culture
Sivapadam Global Competitions 2026 brought together talented participants from across the world to celebrate devotion through music and dance. The event showcased the richness of Indian classical arts while inspiring young artists to preserve and promote our cultural heritage through the divine compositions of Brahmasri Samavedam Shanmukha Sarma Garu.
COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTS
WHAT OUR JUDGES SAY
It was truly an honour to listen to so many beautiful compositions created by Guruvugaru. The experience was deeply enriching, and I felt I could continue listening to these soulful renditions forever.
Kusuma Siddavaram
Sydney, AustraliaServing as a judge for Sivapadam Global Competition was purely Gurugari grace. Every song gave us an opportunity to come closer to his feet. This service is only a small token of Gurudakshina.
Lakshmi & Ravindrababu
HyderabadEach Sivapadam is truly a powerful Siva Mantram filled with devotion and spiritual depth. My heartfelt thanks for giving me this wonderful opportunity.
Padmavathi Thyagaraju
Mumbaiశివపదములు భక్తి, జ్ఞానం, సంప్రదాయం కలగలిపిన దివ్య గానాలు. ఈ మహాయజ్ఞంలో న్యాయనిర్ణేతగా వ్యవహరించే అవకాశం కలిగినందుకు శతసహస్ర నమస్సులు.
Dr. T. Sri Vani Arjun
Kadapaశివపదం పాటలను విద్యార్థులకు నేర్పి, పాడించి, ప్రచారం చేయాలనే మంచి సంకల్పంతో ఈ కార్యక్రమం జరుగుతోంది. ఈ అవకాశానికి హృదయపూర్వక ధన్యవాదాలు.
Peddada Surya Kumari, M.A.
KakinadaI am deeply honoured and grateful for the opportunity to serve as a judge for the Global Sivapadam Competitions. My heartfelt thanks to the team for entrusting me with this responsibility.
Lakshmi Murthy Rachakonda
MumbaiHonoured to serve as a judge at Sivapadam 2026. The talent, dedication, and devotion in every performance were truly inspiring. Kudos to the organizers for a beautifully executed event.
Manth Madhavisharma
It was a divine privilege to serve as a judge. The event reflected devotion, discipline, and dedication to classical traditions, while preserving our rich cultural heritage.
Dr. Medidi Nageswara Rao
RajamahendravaramI was delighted to witness so many young talented dancers performing classical compositions dedicated to Lord Shiva with devotion and sincerity.
Tatiana Nazarova
It was an unforgettable experience listening to divine Sivapadam compositions presented by talented children. These compositions are filled with bhakti.
Shanthi Shriram
Bay Area, CaliforniaThe introduction of Group Singing Competition was wonderful. All groups performed with excellent coordination, synchronization, and devotion.
Yadavalli Sheshu Kumari
SingaporeThe event beautifully showcased Indian culture, devotion, and classical arts, bringing together talented young artists from across the globe.
M. V. Viswanadh
Gunturగురువుగారి కృపతో శివపదం గ్లోబల్ డాన్స్ కాంపిటీషన్స్ లో జడ్జిగా ఉండే అవకాశం వచ్చింది. చిన్న పిల్లల అంకితభావం ఎంతో ప్రేరణనిచ్చింది.
Jayanthi Prajnana Deepika
Every time I hear Sivapadams, they reveal Shiva through singing and listening. Best wishes to the entire team for conducting this wonderful event every year.
Saraswathi Kasi
HyderabadThese compositions have a unique ability to reveal divinity through both performance and listening. It was beautiful to see traditional arts safe in young hands.
Shreyas Saras Kumar
AustraliaShivapadam songs are not only songs, they are highly divine poems. It has been a pleasure to work with Sivapadam Global Competitions for the last five years.