SICA is excited to announce that its first event of 2026, the annual Thyagaraja Aradhana, will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026!

Time: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm (doors open at 9:00 am)

Venue: École secondaire publique Omer-Deslauriers (159 Chesterton Drive, Nepean, ON K2E 7E6

The event will start with a group rendition of Thyagaraja's Pancharatna krithis followed by individual presentations of Thyagaraja's krithis.

Sign-up for an individual performance by February 13: https://forms.gle/GAmHfZwwWLqYTdR77

Pancharatna kritis practices have started, and are mandatory for anyone who wants to perform with the group. Please contact the SICA committee (mail.sicaottawa@gmail.com) if you have questions.

Admission is free for SICA 2026 members. To renew your membership for 2026, please visit: https://www.sicaottawa.com/membership

Non-SICA member ticket prices:
General admission, single ticket: $25
Student ticket: $15
Senior ticket: $15

Group discount:
Two for $40
Four for $60

Free for children 5 years of age and under

Lunch will be provided. If you are interested in bringing an item for lunch and are not already on the SICA email list, please email mail.sicaottawa@gmail.com to be added to the mailing list.

You can RSVP/buy tickets in advance:
https://www.zeffy.com/.../sica-thyagaraja-aradhana--2026.

Tickets will also be available at the door (payment by cash, cheque or e-transfer only for in-person payments).

Please email mail.sicaottawa@gmail.com with any questions.

We hope to see you there!