Ragamala Productions
With a sitar comes many technical challenges that must be mastered in order to keep the instrument in good condition. Maintenance requires courage and ritualistic commitment—you will bleed, but you will come away a deeper understanding of what your instrument needs to sound its best. It is an important part of the practice, and will lead to a better understanding of how to achieve the best sound from your instrument. … Read More...
Read more →Pandit Krishna Bhatt will return this Summer to offer classes in instrumental and vocal Indian classical music. Classes are being held in a brand new space, the Namaskar School of Music in Prospect Heights Brooklyn.Visit http://gurukul.viewcy.com for more information and to register online.
Intermediate/Advanced Instrumental classes begin Monday, May 21st at 7Pm. Classes have a focus on sitar, but any instrument is welcome, and classes will be archived online, with … Read More...
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Starting in May, a new series of music classes will begin for those interested in learning sitar and North Indian classical vocal and instrumental music in New York City. Here are the details:
Gurukul School of Music Summer Classes
Led by sitar maestro Pt. Krishna Bhatt, the classes will introduce students to the techniques and compositions of the Maihar Gharana (school) of the legendary Baba Ustad Allaudin Khan. Sessions … Read More...
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Over last few years I’ve received many requests for information on where and how to buy a sitar. Of course I can’t blame you guys. The first time I heard the instrument live, I fell in love with it and obsessed over how to wrangle one up. Well, there are several factors to consider before you make that purchase on ebay. Here are a few things to look out for.… Read More...
Read more →North Indian classical music, also known as Hindustani classical music, is a tradition that is thousands of years old. It’s roots stretch back to the Vedas, but it is an art form that is continually changing and evolving. India is home to many musical traditions, but two main classical traditions remain today: Hindustani and Carnatic. The Carnatic tradition is the older form of Indian classical music and is considered devotional … Read More...
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