Personality Development

Mr Shamim Movahhed is Head of western classical music at CMS. He holds the degree of bachelor of composition and musicology from Sarajishvili Tbilisi State Conservatoire and is a ABRSM distinction holder of Grade 8 in Violin and of Grade 6 in Piano. He has twenty years of experience as a music teacher and orchestra conductor.

Mr Pankaj Srivastava, of CMS Chowk Campus made his mark with the school team winning the championship at 'Crossroads' of St. Francis School in the very year of his appointment. Under his able tutelage, students have excelled in music and exams conducted by the Trinity College. His dedication earned him the 'Certificate of Excellence' in music teaching from Trinity College, London in 2012.

Ms Jinous Yegan is head teacher for western music classical singing and choir master at CMS. She has passed the ABRSM Music Examination with Merit in Grade 5 Music Theory and a Distinction in Practical vocal Grade 8. She holds a bachelors degree in solo singing (opera & chamber) from Tbilisi state conservatoire, Georgia. She believes that classical music has a great power on children's mind and soul. It builds the moral character of a child and illuminates their thoughts.

Ms Srishti Pandey, teaches music at CMS Rajajipuram Campus I. She holds the degree of Visharad in vocal music from Bhatkhande Deemed Music University and has secured Distinction in Grade 2 ABRSM Music Theory exam & Distinction in Grade 3 ABRSM Music Practical exam. She is full of gratitude towards Professor Geeta Kingdon, President, CMS, for giving her the opportunity to improve her skills and get trained in western music from qualified teachers.

Mr Ashish John Benjamin teaches western music at CMS Anand Nagar Campus. A versatile singer and accomplished musician, he has secured Distinction in both Theory and Practical examinations of the ABRSM. He believes that the Integration of classical western music learning in the curriculum has added a new dimension to the subject.

Tanmay Arora, teaches music at CMS Cambridge Section. He is proficient in electric guitar and has secured Distinction in Music theory at the ABRSM Examinations. He was the Runner-up at India’s got Talent Season 7 and a Guest Performer at Jhalak Dikhla Ja by Viacom Colors TV.

Mr Anant Mishra is the music teacher of CMS Jopling Road Campus. He has been active in teaching human values to the students through songs of world unity and world peace. From Nursery to Class VIII, children are trained under his guidance and the model classes and functions are replete with their melodious voices. He also secured Merit in ABRSM Music Theory examination.

Mr Vishal Blanchfield, music teacher of CMS Gomti Nagar Extension, secured a Distinction in Music Theory at Grade 3 ABRSM Examinations with 100% marks. It speaks clearly of the high degree of excellence achieved by him in music. The institution is truly honoured to have teachers like Vishal and we are hopeful that students taught by him will emerge as bright as him for music accelerates the progress of academic learning too.

Mrs Alpana Mehrotra, music teacher of CMS Indira Nagar, is a vocalist par excellence. She has distinguished herself as a high vocal artiste in the All India Radio and is on the list of vocalists at the ICCR (Indian Council for Cultural Relations). She teaches music with great passion and understanding in her Campus. She has completed ABRSM Grade 2 Music Theory with Distinction.

Mr Parishkrit Pant, teaches music at CMS Rajendra Nagar Campus I. He is currently preparing for his Rock Theory Exam at the ABRSM. He says, "Through rock school and ABRSM, we can teach reading writing and composing, through rock school we can teach them modern music like rock pop country music and through ABRSM we can introduce them to the western classical music."

Ms Jasjeet Kaur, music teacher at the Cambridge Section at CMS Gomti Nagar Campus II. Having secured her Master’s degree in music from Bhatkhande University in Indian classical music(vocal), and now successfully clearing the ABRSM Exams, she is an inspiration for others too. She secured Merit in Grade 3 in ABRSM Music Practical Examination.

Mr Sanjiv Mehra, music teacher at CMS RDSO Campus is devoted to his craft and feels that children should be trained in western music so that they realize their potential in this field. He feels that music adds wings to our efforts and develops the mind and senses giving us emotional and spiritual strength. He is happy to be trained in western music by the music maestros.

Mr Asheesh Minz, music teacher, CMS Rajajipuram Campus II, has secured Distinction in Grade 1 ABRSM Music Theory examination, thus proving his musical talent. He is a keen and avid learner and imparts the same musical passion into his students. The Campus has great expectations of Mr Asheesh Minz to take CMS Rajajipuram Campus II towards the heights of fame and achievement.

Mr Amit Malik, music teacher of CMS Rajajipuram Campus I successfully cleared Grade 1 ABRSM Music Theory exam and enjoyed the learning experience. He feels that children here are lucky to be exposed to the different genres of music which helps them gain knowledge of music and culture. He holds a Master’s degree in vocal music from Bhatkhande University, Lucknow

Mr Puneet Sharma, music teacher of CMS Aliganj Campus II holds the degree of Sangeet Visharad in guitar from Bhatkhande Sangeet Vidyapeeth. He says, "Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence. With this belief, I am proud to attain greater and deeper knowledge in Western Music." He secured Distinction in Grade 3 ABRSM Music Theory examination.

Ms Swechha Singh, teaches music at CMS Chowk Campus. She holds the degree of MPA (Master in Performing Arts) in music and a two year diploma in tabla. She is an approved singer of Yuva Vani in Akashvani, Lucknow, and has won state level classical competitions. She has secured Distinction in Grade 1 Music Theory at the ABRSM Exam.

Mr Vaibhav Pathak, is working as the music teacher of CMS Asharfabad Campus. He teaches the students with great zeal and enthusiasm and is very popular among all age-groups. He holds the degree of Sangeet Prabhakar from Pryag Sangeet Samiti in instrumental music (guitar). He has secured Distinction in Grade 1 Music Theory at the ABRSM Exam.

Ms Namrata Dwivedi, the nightingale and pride of CMS Kanpur Road Campus, teaches music with the same passion as she acquired it. She knows both Indian Classical as well as light music and has won state level award for singing and acting. Her melodious voice is approved by the All India Radio for geet, gazal and bhajan, and she has two musical albums 'Sai Suman' and 'Geetanjali' to her credit. Again, a Distinction holder at Grade 3 in ABRSM (theory).

Ms Sarita Mishra, music teacher of CMS Aliganj Campus II, excels in vocal music, being a 'sangeet nipun' from the Bhatkhande Sangeet Vidyalaya. A versatile radio approved artist, she feels at home in classical, thumri and instrumental (sitar) music, having passed exams in all of these. Her melodious voice, like her name 'Sarita,' is an ever flowing stream of music that irrigates the minds and hearts of her students. A Merit holder at Grade 1 in ABRSM Music Theory Exam.

Mr Anurag Daniel, music teacher of CMS Aliganj Campus I, has successfully cleared the ABRSM Exam proving his excellence in the western genre. He says, "Aliganj campus I has been running the western music classes for piano, violin and western vocal for the past two years, and we are getting the best results." He has succefully cleared the Grade 5 ABRSM Exams.

CMS, Rajendra Nagar Campus III celebrated the 'Annual Parents Day' on 23rd January 2020 at CMS Kanpur Road auditorium in a grand fashion. CMS Founder Dr Jagdish Gandhi said that family has a significant role in establishing unity and peace in society.