Introduction to Hindustani Classical Vocal Music

The highlights of the course include - 

• Get to know the basic notes - When you begin this course, you will first get to know your musical family—the seven swaras or notes. 
• Right posture and vocal regime - You will learn how to sit, breathe, and sing in a comfortable way, and start with fun vocal warm-ups that make your voice strong and clear.
• Explore the swaras in detail - You will practice singing them one by one, going up and down through Aaroh and Avroh. This will feel like playing with notes, and through simple singing games, you will become familiar with the sound of each swara.
• Introduction to Alankars - Once you are comfortable with swaras, you will step into the world of alankars. These are musical patterns that help you control your voice better. With steady practice, you will learn to sing these patterns slowly at first and then faster, building both confidence and skill along the way.
• Voice Care - The course will also help you take care of your voice. You will do exercises that keep your voice smooth and healthy while also practicing how to sing in the right pitch, or sur. 
• Ear Training - Your teacher will recommend playlists that you should listen to regularly to train your ears with correct sounds, notes and melodies. Only when your ear is trained to identify the right notes and pitches, can your voice express it correctly. 
• Introduction to Rhythm - As you move ahead, you will be introduced to rhythm, called taal in music. You will clap and sing along with simple beats, learning how to keep time while you sing. This will make your music flow more naturally.
• Start with the Ragas - Your next step will be discovering ragas. You will start with simple ragas like Bhoop or Yaman, and sing small bandishes, which are easy songs set in these ragas. This will help you understand the mood and beauty that each raga carries.
• By the end of the course, you will be able to put everything together—swaras, alankars, rhythm, and ragas—and sing with joy and confidence. You will be ready to perform simple compositions and bandishes smoothly, laying a strong foundation for your musical journey ahead.

About the Teacher

Purba Mukherjee is a trained Hindustani Classical Vocalist with several years of experience in learning, performing, and teaching music. She has received her training under respected gurus in the tradition of Hindustani Classical Music and holds formal academic qualifications in the subject. She has excelled in numerous prestigious classical music competitions, securing the 1st position multiple times. Purba holds a Master’s degree in Khayal from Rabindra Bharati University, where she graduated with an outstanding score of 98%.

Purba’s teaching approach is highly personalized, with a strong focus on building the fundamentals of swaras, voice culture, and rhythm. At the same time, she encourages her students to find their own voice and express themselves musically.

For Purba, music is not just about technical mastery—it is also about emotional depth and personal growth. Her aim is to guide students in a structured yet flexible manner, ensuring that the journey of learning Hindustani Classical music is both enjoyable and fulfilling.