--- title: "Mehli Mehta Music Foundation: Legacy in Western Classical Music" description: "Explore the Mehli Mehta Music Foundation in Mumbai. We provide rigorous Western classical music education, choir programs, and instrumental training for all ages." canonical: https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/classical-music-education-for-children-youth/our-legacy-vision last_updated: 2026-02-15 --- # Our Legacy and Vision in Music Education Tribe Verified · 30 years of music in Mumbai. By [Mehli Mehta Music Foundation](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation) · In-person classes at foundation in Kemps Corner, Mumbai · ₹15K Per Term (12 Weeks) (estimate) Part of [Classical Music Education for Children & Youth](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/classical-music-education-for-children-youth). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/classical-music-education-for-children-youth/gallery) Founded as a tribute to Mehli Mehta, we have spent three decades fostering a love for Western classical music in Mumbai through heritage, mentorship, and community. ## Photos and videos - ![A Mid-Day newspaper feature celebrating our 30th anniversary. Our Founder-Trustee, Mehroo Jeejeebhoy, speaks about our foundation's illustrious past and enduring mission.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f0e8586-e9f8-4a87-9622-9e429e304f19) - !["Keys to a legacy." A feature in the Mumbai Mirror details our 30-year journey of nurturing young voices and deepening Mumbai's love for Western classical music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/04f3da52-679a-46f9-8ca6-1b4637d17db4) - ![Introducing Fali Pavri, a distinguished pianist and teacher who began his journey in Mumbai and is now a professor at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. He is a regular mentor to our students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cf9d400d-fdce-480b-a5ea-adff78b02631) - ![Meet Sandeep Bhagwati, a multiple award-winning composer and a leading figure in the world of contemporary and intercultural music. We celebrate artists who bridge musical worlds.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/701b1333-6812-4592-822f-3ef4b4199cd6) - ![We remember the late Neil Nongkynrih, founder of the Shillong Chamber Choir, who composed a special birthday song for Maestro Zubin Mehta's 80th birthday celebration, a cherished collaboration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b583b3a7-6ca6-4cf2-9006-23a0158e09bc) - ![A profile of the late Neil Nongkynrih, a brilliant concert pianist and founder of the Shillong Chamber Choir, whose work spanned both Western and Indian musical traditions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/be8c87b8-fc4b-4b27-86a7-3fe41f3274ad) - ![We highlight the work of John Mayer, a Calcutta-born composer known for his pioneering fusion of Indian and Western classical music, who studied with our namesake, Mehli Mehta.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ca9d278f-2bd3-4ee4-9777-2ce02f6462ad) - ![Meet Param Vir, a Delhi-born, internationally renowned composer based in London. We celebrate the global achievements of artists with Indian roots who are leading figures in contemporary music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3d64c6c3-e39f-4e62-8314-90f3f8a7a471) - ![An inspiration to young conductors, Maria Badstue is an Indian-born Danish conductor who is a passionate advocate for youth music education and a regular conductor for the Symphony Orchestra of India.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/664cc2d4-cd05-4968-a20f-ccc7e3323958) - ![Remembering the great Vanraj Bhatia, a leading Indian composer of Western classical music who studied in London and Paris and went on to create iconic scores for Indian cinema and television.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8bd81bf-171f-44bd-8370-ce8b0bb3c20b) - ![We celebrate Naresh Sohal, an Indian-born composer who made a significant mark on Western classical music, receiving commissions from conductors like Zubin Mehta for major international orchestras.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8809270d-1af7-43b0-9c7e-0d25b1d3bda3) - ![Meet Patricia Maria Rozario, an Indian-born British soprano supreme who has inspired world-class composers to write for her and is dedicated to training the next generation of Indian singers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e91cbc49-b382-427c-9d6d-15894009387a) - ![We introduce Marialena Fernandes, an international pianist from Mumbai who has had a celebrated career as a performer, professor, and promoter of intercultural musical exchange.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fb1c1a36-b4ed-44f8-80be-cee09027d032) - ![Meet Debashish Chaudhuri, a well-known Indian-born conductor based in the Czech Republic. He is the first Indian to have studied at the Prague Conservatory and is a passionate advocate for Asian composers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fa89a1d2-552c-4a9e-bd66-202f3d41070f) - ![An announcement for our 'Listeners Club' featuring Laurens Patzlaff, a master of piano improvisation. We host these free events to engage the community and broaden musical horizons.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a93b27d-0e66-4df8-925b-db31b97f068d) - ![Mumbai-born violinist Jagdish Mistry has had a distinguished global career, performing with renowned orchestras and working with outstanding composers. He is a proud alumnus of the Yehudi Menuhin School.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24d6337d-de6a-41be-a605-6fef7f9ed744) - ![Renowned international violinist Ralph de Souza is not only an acclaimed performer but also a wonderful mentor who has been artistic director of the Sangat Music Festival and regularly guides our students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c05b249f-a0c6-4be8-9ed6-355bbb6859a8) - ![Internationally acclaimed violinist Harvey de Souza hails from Mumbai and is now the principal violinist for the prestigious Academy of St Martin in the Fields and a mentor to our senior students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/94d5c56a-5a52-426e-8853-176f5a681c50) ## About Our Legacy & Vision We believe that true musical growth requires more than technical practice. By connecting our students with international maestros and encouraging collaborative ensemble work, we ensure that every learner understands the depth of the tradition they are inheriting. The Mehli Mehta Music Foundation stands as a bridge between India and the global world of Western classical music. Established thirty years ago as a tribute to the legacy of Mehli Mehta, our foundation has grown into a space where students discover the rigour and beauty of this art form. We emphasize that music education involves more than individual instruction. It requires participation in choirs, exposure to masterclasses with visiting artists like Fali Pavri or the late Neil Nongkynrih, and a consistent connection to the broader musical community. Our curriculum, whether in the Discover Music program or our advanced instrumental training, is designed to build foundational skills while fostering a long-term appreciation for composers and repertoire. Located at Kemps Corner in Mumbai, our facility is not merely a place of study. It is a hub where students, parents, and international experts meet to celebrate the discipline of music. From our early childhood initiatives to our advanced vocal and instrumental cohorts, we maintain a focus on heritage, mentorship, and artistic excellence. ## About Mehli Mehta Music Foundation We remain deeply committed to the simple, enduring joy of Western classical music. Our work at Kemps Corner is dedicated to passing down the traditions we have cultivated over three decades to the next generation of students. [See all of Mehli Mehta Music Foundation's services](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation) ## More from Classical Music Education for Children & Youth by Mehli Mehta Music Foundation - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/classical-music-education-for-children-youth/featured) - [World-Class Mentorship: Masterclasses & Collaborations](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/classical-music-education-for-children-youth/world-class-mentorship-masterclasses-collaborations) - [The Joy of Discovery: Early Music Education](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/classical-music-education-for-children-youth/the-joy-of-discovery-early-music-education) - [The Power of Voice: Our Choir Programs](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/classical-music-education-for-children-youth/the-power-of-voice-our-choir-programs) - [Mastering an Instrument: Instrumental & Ensemble Training](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/classical-music-education-for-children-youth/mastering-an-instrument-instrumental-ensemble-training) - [On Stage: Student Performances & Achievements](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/classical-music-education-for-children-youth/on-stage-student-performances-achievements) ## More services by Mehli Mehta Music Foundation - [Classical Music Concerts & Events](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/classical-music-concerts-events) - [Music Teacher Training](https://mytribe.in/mehlimehtamusicfoundation/music-teacher-training) ## Similar work from other experts - [Leadership and Recognition in Music Education](https://mytribe.in/pathofmusic1996/music-lessons/leadership-recognition) by Path of Music College · Music Lessons · Online classes & in-person at Sector 23, Gurugram - [Featured Performances & Highlights](https://mytribe.in/theacademyofmusicmumbai/live-performance-band-coaching/featured) by The Academy of Music · Live Performance & Band Coaching · At studio in Santacruz East or home visits across Mumbai - [The Euphony Story: 26 Years of Music Education](https://mytribe.in/euphonycpa/music-movement-for-kids/our-story-how-euphony-began) by Euphony · Music & Movement for Kids · Studio classes at Seawoods, Navi Mumbai - [Sound Space on Wheels: Bringing Music Education to Mumbai](https://mytribe.in/thesoundspaceindia/community-music-gatherings-for-adults/sound-space-on-wheels-music-for-all) by The Sound Space · Community Music Gatherings for Adults · 5 centers across Mumbai & available citywide - [25 Years of Building Musical Journeys](https://mytribe.in/swirlmusicindia/music-programs-for-schools/the-swirl-journey-25-years-of-music) by Swirl Music · Music Programs for Schools · Online and at schools across Mumbai Metropolitan Area - [Our Award-Winning Community of Educators](https://mytribe.in/rhythms.group.education/singing-classes/our-award-winning-community) by Rhythms Group · Singing Classes · Classes at studio in Bhandup West ## Book To book Mehli Mehta Music Foundation, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20inquire%20about%20admissions%20for%20the%20Western%20classical%20music%20programs%20at%20Mehli%20Mehta%20Music%20Foundation.)