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Learn the Basic of Playing Veena

Beginner

by Disha Rao

15 Years Experience

Disha teaches over 100 students, focusing on technical mastery, emotional connection, cultural understanding, and personal growth.

US $36 per class |

for 1-on-1, 45 mins class

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Instruction Language

: English, Kannada

Course Summary

The Veena, an ancient Indian stringed instrument, is revered for its rich tonal quality and expressive capabilities. With its origins dating back to the Vedic period, the Veena is mentioned in ancient Hindu scriptures and is considered one of the most sacred instruments in Indian mythology.

Here is your opportunity to learn from renowned Veena artist Disha Rao for a personalized learning experience. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this course offers 1-on-1 guidance to master Veena playing. The classes will be held at a mutually agreeable time between you and your teacher in the US time zone. 

You'll learn proper instrument holding and hand positioning, master key playing techniques such as finger placement, strokes, and gamakas, and explore simple songs, melodies, and ragas. Develop skills in playing varnams, keertanams, bhajans, and more complex compositions. Additionally, enhance your musicality through structured practice exercises and performance opportunities.

Benefit from flexible class timings, expert instruction, and a holistic approach to classical, devotional, and semi-classical music. By the end of this course, you’ll gain confidence and proficiency through structured practice and performance opportunities.

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Disha Rao

Disha Rao

Experience: 15 Years

From: United States

  • Teacher Skill Keywords

    Teacher Skill Keywords

    Indian Classical Music, Fingering Techniques, Fusion Music, Melodic Style, Carnatic Music, Performing Musician, Veena
  • Education

    Education

    B.Com from Mangalore University

    M Com from Mangalore University

About the Course

The Veena has a distinctive construction, featuring 7 main strings and 11-13 sympathetic strings that resonate to produce its unique tonal quality. Played with a combination of fingernails and fingertips, the Veena requires a specialized playing style that incorporates glides, slides, and oscillations to bring out its full expressive potential.

The course is designed to help you gain a solid understanding of the basics of Veena playing and Indian music. You will develop essential technical skills, mastering the unique playing techniques of the instrument. As you progress, you'll learn fundamental concepts and techniques of Carnatic music, which will deepen your musical knowledge. Through structured practice exercises and performance opportunities, you'll enhance your musicality and bring out the full expressive potential of the Veena.

The course is divided into two levels. The highlights of the course are mentioned below - 

Level 1: Foundations

  • Introduction to Veena and Indian music

  • Basic techniques and proper hand positioning

  • Sarali varisai and janta varisai practice

  • Simple alankarams

  • Introduction to devotional songs (bhajans)

Level 2: Classical and Devotional

  • Raga exploration and introduction to classical music

  • Techniques for playing varnams and keertanams

  • Bhajan playing and devotional techniques

About the Teacher

Disha Rao, a well-known Carnatic music artist and Veena player, comes from a family of respected musicians. She grew up in a rich musical environment and began her journey at the age of 7 under the guidance of her grandfather, Vid. Bhujang Rao, a famous violin and JalTarang master, and her father, Prakash Rao, a celebrated vocalist and keyboard artist. Disha's early exposure to Indian classical music, combined with her talent and hard work, led her to complete both junior and senior Veena exams by the age of 18.

As a highly sought-after Veena performer, Disha has given many concerts in India and the USA, gaining praise for her technical skill, emotional depth, and creative style. She has performed at notable events like KKNC Suvarna Mahotsava, programs in the Bay Area, and has collaborated with well-known musicians. Disha also teaches over 100 students, focusing on technical mastery, emotional connection, cultural understanding, and personal growth.

With a Master's degree in Commerce, Disha has fully dedicated herself to her passion for the Veena and music. Her ability to blend traditional Carnatic music with modern melodies has made her a versatile and innovative artist. Her dedication, talent, and passion have earned her recognition from music critics, respected musicians, and prestigious cultural organizations.

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Available For All Age-Groups

Available For All Age-Groups

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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 different posture and instrument holding style

  • Has different mind-hand coordination

  • Has a different understanding of rhythm and melody

  • And a different GOAL!

What you get?

World-class  masters as  teachers

World-class masters as teachers

Personalized & Interactive 1-on-1 classes

Personalized & Interactive 1-on-1 classes

Course studio that amplifies passion learning

Course studio that amplifies passion learning

Access to  global creative community

Access to global creative community

Pay as you go - 2 classes at a  time

Pay as you go - 2 classes at a time

Milestone-based learning for best results

Milestone-based learning for best results

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Statement of Accomplishment

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