Hindustani Music Courses and Certifications

NPTEL;  IIT Madras

Appreciating Hindustani Music

Explore Hindustani Music's genres, focusing on Khayal. Learn about ragas, talas, improvisation, and gharanas through demonstrations and guided listening, blending contemporary practice with historical context.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

OctavesOnline

Hindustani-Vocal- Introduction

Explore Hindustani classical music through vocal techniques, ragas, and compositions. Learn alankars, bandishes, and taals while mastering traditional styles like khyal, thumri, and ghazal.

• YouTube
• 4 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

OctavesOnline

Hindustani Vocal- Introduction

Explore Raag Yaman, learn sargam geet and bandish, discover your optimal singing pitch, and strengthen lower notes in Hindustani vocal music.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Basics of Hindustani Classical Music

Explore the fundamentals of Hindustani classical music, including ragas, taals, and various musical forms. Learn about historical context, instruments, and practice techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 day 11 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Hindustani Vocal Class

Comprehensive 12-week journey into Hindustani vocal music, covering fundamental concepts, ragas, techniques, and practical applications for aspiring singers.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

Flute in Indian Classical Music - Evolution and Significance

Explore the evolution of flute in North Indian music, from ancient times to modern era. Discover fundamental concepts, historical contributions, and the instrument's significance through insightful anecdotes and musical demonstrations.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

NPTEL-NOC IITM

Gharana - Lecture Demonstration on Hindustani Music Traditions

Explore traditional aesthetic principles in Hindustani music through demonstrations of important gharanas, guided by Pt. Satyasheel Deshpande's expertise and archival knowledge.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Savitribai Phule Pune University;  CEC

Hindustani Raga Sangeet - Level 3

1 review

Explore advanced Hindustani Raga Sangeet, including Gharanas, Ragas, Tabla basics, and semi-classical music. Learn from expert demonstrations and gain comprehensive knowledge of this rich musical tradition.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course

TEDx

Melodies from the Valleys - Exploring the Santoor's Soulful Sound

Promising Santoor player Ninad Daithankar showcases the melodic beauty of this obscure instrument, blending traditional Indian classical music with innovative techniques to create soulful, calming melodies.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TEDx

Strings of Revival - Preserving Indian Classical Music Heritage

Explore the importance of preserving Indian Classical Music with sitar maestro Shri Shakir Khan. Discover the rich heritage of gharanas and the role of instrumentalists in elevating traditional music.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Savitribai Phule Pune University;  CEC

Certificate Course in Hindustani Raga Sangeet–Level 2

1 review

Explore evening ragas in Hindustani classical music, including Miyan Ki Todi, Jounpuri, and Bihag. Learn technical definitions, notations, and compositions from various Gurus through demonstrations and reading materials.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• Finished
• Free Online Course

Aesthetic of Taal (तालों का सौन्दर्य शास्त्र)

Explore the aesthetic principles of Indian classical rhythm (Taal) through its elements, traditions, and applications in vocal music, instrumental performance, and dance forms.

• Swayam
• 12 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course