Embark on a comprehensive one-year certificate course in classical sitar, taught entirely in English by expert instructor Nishit Dey. Delve into the intricacies of this iconic Indian instrument through 32 detailed lessons spanning 5 hours of instruction. Begin with an introduction to the sitar's anatomy and proper posture before progressing to tuning techniques, right and left-hand actions, and note finding. Master essential skills such as paltas (sequences), coordination exercises, and various right-hand techniques including jhala and advanced bol. Explore the beautiful Raag Yaman, learn meend (gliding between notes), gamak (oscillating notes), and taan (fast melodic passages). Develop a structured practice routine and gain insights into sitar maintenance. By the end of this course, acquire a solid foundation in sitar playing, from basic techniques to advanced concepts, preparing you for further exploration of Indian classical music.
Overview
Syllabus
Classical Sitar Lesson by Nishit Dey [Starts in Music Gurukul] Sitar Lesson English, Music Gurukul.
Introduction to Sitar & Sitar Anatomy- Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 1 | English | Gurukul Music.
Posture: How to hold Sitar?/ Holding Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 2 | English.
How to tune sitar?/Sitar tuning basics- Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 3 | English | Gurukul Music.
Introduction to the Right Hand Actions- Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 4 | English [Music Gurukul].
Introduction to the Left Hand Actions- Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 5 | English [Music Gurukul].
Finding the Notes on Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 6 | English | Gurukul Music.
Introduction to Paltas/Sequences on Sitar- Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 7 | English | Gurukul Music.
Sitar Left Hand Co-ordinating - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 8 | English | Gurukul Music.
Sitar Right Hand Exercise, Bol- Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 9 | English | Gurukul Music.
Three by Three Sequence - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 10 | English | Gurukul Music.
Introduction to Jhala- Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 11 | English | Gurukul Music.
Right Hand Exercise : Ulta Jhala- Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 12 | English | Gurukul Music.
Right Hand Exercise : Advanced Bol- Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 13 | English | Gurukul Music.
Introduction To Raag Yaman on Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 14 | English | Gurukul Music.
Two Parda Meend on Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 15 | English | Gurukul Music.
Advanced Palta Practice on Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 16 | English | Gurukul Music.
Playing Raga Yaman on Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 17 | English | Gurukul Music.
Introduction to Gamak on Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 18 | English | Gurukul Music.
Updated practice routine for Students - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 19 | English | Gurukul Music.
Taan using Meend on Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson : 20 | English | Gurukul Music.
Second Taan / Triplet lesson for Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 21 | English | Gurukul Music.
Third Taan / Triplet lesson for Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 22 | English | Gurukul Music.
Murchana on Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 23 | English | Gurukul Music.
Sitar Practice Update - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 25 | English | Gurukul Music.
Concept of Alaap - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 31 | English Language | Gurukul Music.
Manjha & Antara of Composition on Sitar - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 29 | English | Gurukul Music.
Playing triplets on Sitar along the Tabla - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 30 | English | Gurukul Music.
Sitar Maintenance, Tips and Tricks - Nishit Dey | Sitar Lesson: 32 | English | Gurukul Music.
Taught by
Gurukul Online Learning Network [ GOLN ]
