Hindustani Classical Vocals Method Book 1
About The Course
Is your child ready to embark on a journey toward success in the music industry? The Indian Classical Method: Book 1 is the perfect starting point! This beginner-level course introduces students to the fundamentals of classical singing, blending practical and theoretical aspects of Indian classical music. Throughout the program, students will gain a strong foundation in essential concepts like swar (notes), taal (rhythm), and ragas (melodic frameworks).
Prerequisites
- Must have completed foundation Vocals course
Topics Covered
- Music, Notes(swar) - Shuddha Swar And Vikrit Swar (Komal And Teevra Swar), Shruti, Naad, Aaroh-avroh, Alankar, Saptak (octave) And Its types
- Posture and fingers
- Practice Of Shadaj and Seven Notes.
- Alankars Of Shuddha Swaras, Skip Note Alankars, Alankars which cover all 3 Octaves (alankars Of Shuddha Swar), use of all Notes of a Saptak in a different way, breathing exercises, Alankars of Vikrit Swaras.
- Taal, Matra, Laya, Vibhag, Sum, Taali, Khaali / Kaal, Avartan
- Dadra Taal (Thaah Laya), Alankars in Taal Dadra, Sargam Geet in Taal Dadra (with only Shuddha Swar), Keherwa Taal (Thaah Laya), Alankars in Taal Keherwa, Teentaal / Tritaal (Thaah Laya), Alankars in Teentaal, national anthem (based on Raag Bilawal)
- Thaat and its notes, Raag and its characteristics
- Vaadi and Samvadi Swar, Anuvadi and Vivadi Swar, Varjit and Nyas Swar, Raag Jaati, Lakshan Geet, Khayal, Taan and Alaap.
- Chhota Khayal in Raag Bilawal (Madhyalay Tritaal), prayer based on Raag Alhaiya Bilawal.
- Sargam Geet, Lakshan Geet, Chhota Khayal, Shlok based on Raag Bhoop, Song (geet) based on Raag Bhoop.
- Chhota Khayal and Bhajan based on Raag Kafi.
- Introduction of Pandit Vishnu Nrayan Bhatkhande & his contributions in the field of music
Learning Outcomes You Can Expect
- Be familiar with basic musical terms.
- Understand the concept of Thaat and Raag.
- Have the knowledge of Raag Bilawal and a beautiful composition in Alhaiya Bilawal.
- Be taught about the 3 important Taal and their compositions.
- Learn about Raag Yaman and Raag Bhoop.
- Understand the frequency of notes and the combination of different notes.
- Have knowledge of Raag Kafi and Bhajans based on Raag kafi.
- Have an understanding of notes in music.
- Understand the concept of Taal and their role in music.
- Know about legendary musician Shri Pandit Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande.
- English
- Format - 1:1 lesson with Teacher
- Beginner
- Mobile & Desktop Access
- Certificate on completion
- Duration: 6-8 months
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