Bhutanese Musical
Group of Rochester
भूटानी सङ्गीत समूह रोचेस्टर
A community of musicians and patrons preserving Bhutanese Nepali song, instrument, and cultural memory — and passing it on to the generations growing up here.
Music is how we remember where we come from.
The Bhutanese Musical Group of Rochester preserves and promotes Bhutanese Nepali music, arts, and culture by uniting our community through performance, education, and cultural celebration.
We work to pass our rich cultural legacy on to the next generation — children growing up in the United States who deserve to hear, sing, and play the songs their grandparents knew. And we share that heritage with neighbors who have never heard a Nepali folk song.
Our vision is a Rochester where Bhutanese Nepali identity is not preserved as an artifact, but lived as a musical practice — at the weekly harmonium class, on Dashain and Tihar evenings, and any time someone sits down to a harmonium with a friend.
Programs & Practice
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Harmonium Classes
Weekly lessons at the community center for all ages and skill levels.
- 02
Bhajan Sandhya
Devotional song evenings bringing the community together through spiritual music.
- 03
Cultural Performances
Musical performances at Dashain, Tihar, Saraswati Puja, and other celebrations.
- 04
Youth Music (planned)
A kids' orchestra and choral group are in early planning to involve the next generation.
- 05
Community Concerts
Large-scale events featuring Nepali folk songs, dances, and celebration.
- 06
Member Practice
Members support each other in growing as vocalists and instrumentalists through shared rehearsal and informal coaching.
Upcoming events
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June 2026
plannedGrand Community Musical Event
A large musical and cultural program with Nepali folk songs, dances, drama, and volunteer appreciation.
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Fall 2026
plannedDashain/Tihar BMGR Nite
Annual celebration featuring BMGR performances during the festive season.
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Every Week
recurringWeekly Harmonium Class
Open to all skill levels in a supportive group environment.
A few times a year, in your inbox
Concert dates, harmonium-class openings, occasional notes from rehearsal. No spam.
Help us keep the song going
Donations fund free harmonium classes, instruments for youth, and the venues where we gather. Every contribution lands directly in the practice room.