Pandit Jasraj Institute for Music Research, Artistry and Appreciation - the Mewati Gurukul

Mission Statement

The mission of Pandit Jasraj Institute of Music is as follows.

• Education: To be the premier music institute that educates students for personal as well as professional enhancement. Our music has its roots in the rich cultural heritage of India. In particular, we follow the Mewati tradition. Admission is open to all, as long as students have the commitment, patience, dedication and determination. We nurture the students whether they are beginners or advanced.
• Research: To guide students who have a strong interest in music history, inquiry into the theoretical foundations of music theory and various genres of vocal and instrumental music.
• Artistry: To promote creativity and innovation in music. As long as students are committed, we will groom them into becoming full-fledged performing artists.
• Appreciation: To encourage students in perceiving the aesthetic features of music. A sense of deep music appreciation unlocks vast treasures of everlasting peace and satisfaction.
• Gurukul: This organization is based on the traditional Guru-Shishya Parampara. PJIM is the name of a family, a tradition. This is actually the extended family of each and every proud member of PJIM. Thus, your Guru’s home is your Gurukul, the Mewati Gurukul.

PJIM observes the following principles in our operation.

• Open Access: PJIM requires that students should have the commitment, dedication and open mind to learn music. PJIM is open to all the students of all ages, races, religions and nationality. We don’t require them to have prior knowledge of music or any particular language.
• Respect and Humility: We respect all music lovers and musicians. Whether someone is a student or a professionally acclaimed musician, we accord the same level of respect to him or her.
• Enrichment Opportunities: Our student body contains tiny tots, senior citizens, full-time students, working professionals and homemakers. Regardless of the student’s age and musical background, we offer ample opportunities for musical advancement and enrichment.
• Reaching Out: We are not secluded from the community we live in. Whether it is performances in temples or concerts in senior citizen homes, PJIM people have brought peace and joy to the hearts of the listeners