Fundamentals of Indian Raga Music
Beginner
by Sai Eishwary Mahashabde
15 Years Experience
Got selected for the prestigious ITC Sangeet Research Academy and learned under the tutelage of Padmashree Pandit Ulhas Kashalkar and the Late Padmavibhushan Girija Devi.
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Instruction Language
: English, Hindi, Marathi
Course Summary
Learn the fundamental principles of Indian classical music like Swara, Tala, and Laya. Learning the key elements would help the student to be more equipped while progressing to the next levels as a practitioner and be more aware of the finer nuances of Indian classical music. It will help them to become a discerning listener. The students will learn the correct and scientific techniques of voice training and voice projection. It will enable them to achieve vocal flexibility and develop command over the voice.
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Teacher Skill Keywords
Indian Classical Music, Vocal Training, Advanced Vocals, Hindustani Classical Music
Education
PhD from Banasthali Vidyapith, Rajasthan
MA from Bharti Vidyapeeth, Pune
Work Details
Scholar - ITC Sangeet Research Academy
About the Course
The highlights of the course include -
- Voice Culture Techniques
- Voice Training Techniques
- Exercises to refine the intonation of the voice
- Ability to recognize the 12 notes and achieve command over them.
- The Ragas to be taught in the class include - Yaman, Bhairav, Bhimpalas, and Todi which use all the 12 notes. They help to develop a better understanding of the Shuddh(natural), Komal( flat), and Teevra (sharp) notes.
- Predominantly used Taal's- Teental, Ektal, Jhaptal, and Rupak shall be taught along with the practice of maintaining the tempo with the hand.
- Learning simple compositions in the above-mentioned Raag and developing the ability to sing in basic rhythmic cycles (talas).
- The practice of identifying the notes of a phrase or song which the student hears (Notation).
- Understanding the importance of the drone instrument Tanpura and the harmonics that are obtained through the instrument.
About the Teacher
Sai Eishwary Mahashabde is a promising young artist who belongs to a family of musicians. His Grandfather Late Manohar Mahashabde was a noted Classical Singer of Indore in the pre-radio and broadcasting era.
He learned the first notes of music from his father Shri Dilip Mahashabde who is a graded singer of the All India Radio and Doordarshan under the Geet, Ghazal, and Bhajan Genre and has several hundreds of successful performances to his credit both in India and abroad.
Sai Eishwary's formal training began at the Sri Satya Sai Mirpuri College of Music in Puttaparti Andhra Pradesh under the watchful guidance of Smt Kumudini Mundkur. He also benefitted from the spiritual atmosphere in Puttaparthi. Here he learned human values and the direct connection between music and spirituality. He also got the great opportunity to perform in the direct divine presence of Bhagwan Sri Satya Sai Baba and receive his blessings.
Sai was selected in the prestigious ITC Sangeet Research Academy and learned under the tutelage of Padmashree Pandit Ulhas Kashalkar and the Late Padmavibhushan Girija Devi both of whom are global performers and artists of Indian Classical Vocal Music.
Sai has a sound academic background and is currently a doctoral research scholar at Banasthali Vidyapeeth, Rajasthan. Having learned under such stalwart musicians Sai feels that it is his turn now to continue the rich legacy forward and share the knowledge with more and more people who love this art and are in search of able guidance.
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The course will render profound knowledge and skill enhancement for the students in the following manner -
Developing a sound foundation in Indian Classical Music so that the student may take the next step required for an intermediate level of learning.
Basic Knowledge of this genre can be beneficial for the student if he/she wants to pursue any other form of music/singing specific such as Bollywood singing, semi-classical songs, etc.
Indian Music is meditative in nature and has enormous benefits both at a psychological and physical level.
After successfully completing this course, the students will be able to enroll in Basics of Indian Raga Music Level 2.
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- The course requires the following prerequisites -
- Basic information about Indian Music
- Preliminary information about various terminologies used in Indian Music such as Swar, Taal, Raag, etc
- Prior knowledge of this art form would be an added advantage
- Electronic Tanpura and Tabla ( preferably ) or Tanpura App ( available in Android or IOS)
- If the above mentioned not available keyboard or harmonium would do.
- Pen and paper
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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
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