Carnatic Vocals Online Classes - Level Up
Intermediate
by Sowmya DR
30 Years Experience
A gold medalist in her Graduation exams, Sowmya specializes in Carnatic, Folk, and Light music.
US $21.6 per class |
for 1-on-1, 45 mins class
Recommended: 1 class per week | 12-16 weeks to level up
Pay as you go, 2 classes at a time
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Instruction Language
: English, Kannada
Course Summary
If you have acquired a good understanding of the Swaras, talas, and the basic melodic structure of the Ragas, it is time for you to level up your skills. This course is designed to help the students to take their learnings ahead.
In this course, the students will learn the different compositions of Carnatic vocals that will enhance their vocal skills, and musical insight, and expand their melodic repertoire.
This intermediate course will include Geethams, Jathiswarams, simple Varnams, and Krutis in various Ragas along with the execution of intricate Gamakas. This course will cover all essential intermediate topics including raga and tala classification, musical forms, practical theory, and more. This will include Nottuswaras of Dikshitar, Tiruppugal, Utsavasampradaya krutis, Divyanaamasankeertanas of Sadguru Thyagaraja and Devaranamas of Haridasas.
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Teacher Skill Keywords
Indian Classical Music
Education
Masters in Carnatic Music from Jain University, Bangalore
B.A in Music from Acharya Pathashala College of Arts, Bangalore
About the Course
The highlights of the course include -
- Geethams - Pillari Geetham and Sanchari Geetham
- Jathiswarams - 2 compositions in raga Kalyani and Kannada
- Swara Jathis - 2 compositions in raga Bilahari and Kamaach
- Varnams in raga Mohanam, Shankarabharanam, Hamsadwani, Abogi, Kalyani
- Krutis in raga Shankarabharanam, Hamsadwani, Hindola, Kalyani, Shanmukhapriya
- Raga Lakshanas of the above ragas
- A detailed study of Tambura
- Life history of Sadguru Thyagaraja
- Notuswarams of Dikshitar
- Tiruppugal, Utsavasampradaya krutis, Divyanaamasankeertanas of Sadguru Thyagaraja
- Devaranamas of Haridasas
- Annammacharya Sankeertanas
About the Teacher
Sowmya DR is specialized in Carnatic, Folk, and Light music. She has received training in Carnatic music from eminent vocalists and mentors such as Vidushi Vijaya Subramanyam, VidushiShashikala, and Dr. Meera Rajaram Pranesh. Sowmya has done an advanced-level course under the tutelage of Vidushi Dhanyashri Kanchana. She studied Chamundeshwari Asthottara Shathakrithis under the able guidance of Dr. Meera Rajaram Pranesh.
Sowmya completed her Graduation in Music from Acharya Pathashala College of Arts, Bangalore, and her Post Graduation She completed her Post Graduation in Carnatic Music from Jain University, Bangalore. She was awarded with Gold Medal for holding first rank in Graduation.
She did not confine her learning to just singing. Rather, she even mastered skills when music can be used for therapeutic purposes for the development of special children and treating depression. She did these courses on Music Therapy from the Information Research Center, Shankarmutt.
In her career span, she has performed at several prestigious stages and taught Carnatic music to students through workshops, and online and offline classes.
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- This course will take your understanding and skills a level higher.
- You will be capable of singing the compositions and also try to create musical phrases on your own.
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- You should have a basic understanding of Shruthi and knowledge of Sapthaswaras. Ability to sing simple songs. It is highly recommended to complete the course - Carnatic Vocals for Beginners.
- As the levels increase, you will have to increase the time duration for home practice. Your practice sessions will have to be more structured and focused on each topic you take up.
- Ensure that you have access to gadgets like desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile.
- You should have a steady internet connection.
- A quiet and distraction-free learning environment.
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Available For All Age-Groups
Online live sessions completed
Our teachers recommend customized classes for an effective learning experience. Here's why!
Every individual
Has a unique learning style
Is at a different learning stage
Has a different voice texture, tonal quality and intonation
Has a different understanding of rhythm and melody
Has different breathing capabilities
And a different GOAL!
Available For All Age-Groups
Online live sessions completed
Our teachers recommend customized classes for an effective learning experience. Here's why!
Every individual
Has a unique learning style
Is at a different learning stage
Has a different voice texture, tonal quality and intonation
Has a different understanding of rhythm and melody
Has different breathing capabilities
And a different GOAL!
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World-class masters as teachers
Personalized & Interactive 1-on-1 classes
Course studio that amplifies passion learning
Access to global creative community
Pay as you go - 2 classes at a time
Milestone-based learning for best results
Statement of Accomplishment
Teacher's performance bits for reference
World-class masters as teachers
Personalized & Interactive 1-on-1 classes
Course studio that amplifies passion learning
Access to global creative community
Pay as you go - 2 classes at a time
Milestone-based learning for best results
Statement of Accomplishment
Teacher's performance bits for reference
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