Sunday, 28 June 2015

Priya's Vision Academy's Creative Writing Workshop - Schools



PRIYA’S VISION ACADEMY’S CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP - SCHOOLS

You can also become a professional writer.

Priya's Vision Academy conducts workshops for those who are interested in creative writing and desire to see their names in print; one day. All help and information will be provided regarding publications and their contact details.

The contents of the workshop will be aspects and techniques of writing stories, articles, travelogues, autobiographies, debates, etc.

The workshops will be fun-filled, interactive sessions packed with information.
Assignments will be regularly given, assessed and analyzed. Suggestions will be given to improve the content.

Kindly note that I have a Post-degree, Degree in Communication and Journalism from the Pune University (B.C.J.). My poems, articles and stories have been published in reputed newspapers like Maharashtra Herald, Pune Newsline and Sakaal Times; and magazines like Woman's Era, Alive, Poona Digest, Citizen, etc. since 1989.

Kindly read my writings at www.uniquepriyasvision.blogspot.in
Your online feedback is welcome!

*The workshops will be conducted for batches of 50 and above.*
Participants’ age: 12 and above
Fees:         Rs. 6000/- only  
(Please note that the fees are payable on registration, one week in advance.)
Duration: 3 months (12 days)
Days:         Saturdays
Timings:    3 hours  -  10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.
Venue:      School’s premises
A certificate of participation and a group photograph will be given to each participant at the end of the workshop.
Please don't miss this golden opportunity!

Kindly contact: Mrs. Priya Swaminathan                 Tel. no.  9850019553
  
The school will be paid 20% of the total fees, as rental.

Saturday, 20 June 2015

To Dad, with Love

Anna-My friend, philosopher and guide!


My friend, philosopher and guide
You are always there by my side
Between us there is nothing to hide
Life has been such a smooth ride!
    
     At times a friend, at times a brother,
     Even a mother, weren’t you dear father?
     Like you there can be none other
     I can vouch for that, my dear father!

Easy-going and fun-loving you’ve always been
Principles and values like yours, I’ve never seen
Never strict even when I was a teen,
Your countenance is ever so serene!
                                                                                        
                                                                                         You always take things easily in your stride
                                                                                         By honesty, patience and faith, you always abide.
                                                                                         You are the best father, I say with pride
                                                                                         Always my friend, philosopher and guide!

 Wish you a Very Happy Father's Day, Anna! Have a rocking day!
                                                                                                                  Priya
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The copyright of this poem is with Mrs. Priya Ramesh Swaminathan.

Sunday, 14 June 2015

The Death of Live Brass Bands in Pune

      
                I recently read a news report in The Times of India dated 11th May, 2015; titled 'For bands, a low note and deafening silence' written by Mandar Deshpande and Neha Madaan. It was a poignant account of how live brass bands in Pune have been left without a source of income, after the judgment of the National Green Tribunal, restricted the performance of these live bands at wedding ceremonies.


               I suggest that Indian and foreign orchestra groups, performing artistes and the film and television industry could take their assistance in coming up with unique musical compositions; or incorporate their performance into their audio-visual content, so as to provide them with a dignified livelihood and make utmost use of their intrinsic talent.
               The Government should review its decision or rehabilitate them properly.
 
               Here's the scanned copy of that news report for your ready reference:
Will someone hear them out, ASAP?