If you are interested in Indian/Hindustani classical vocal music but don’t know where to start, this would be a good lesson to begin.

My aim through this lesson is to take you through a step-by-step path to learning and practicing Indian/Hindustani classical singing. This will include understanding basic concepts – and their application in your practice.

Learning any skill is a thrilling endeavour which takes time, effort and focus. And I want to help you experience it in the easiest way possible.

In this lesson, I will teach you:

How to find your vocal pitch
Introduction to Swars (musical notes)
Indian musical notes(swars) arrangement in various pitches
Types of Swars and concept of Saptak
Introduction to Tanpura and how to sing with its support
Breathing techniques to optimise your vocal capacity
Introduction to Alankaars/Paltas (vocal warm up exercises)
Importance of Riyaaz(practice)

I am providing PDF notes to refer along with each lesson to make your learning clear and easy.

This lesson will give you a good starting point and will build a strong base for your vocal singing journey.

Is this lesson for me?

Absolutely, everyone with an interest in Indian music - who wants to learn this skill of singing classical music, is welcome. You need not have prior knowledge of Indian/Hindustani classical vocal music to attend this class.

So let's go!

Come join me on this journey, looking forward to helping you learn this skill and having fun along the way!

Biju Viswakarma

Art and Music teacher

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