Online Dholak Classes for One and All
All Level
by Swanand Sanjay Karandikar
8 Years Experience
An accomplished performer at All India Radio and top cultural festivals, Swanand excels in fusion music and rhythm accompaniment for musical dramas.
US $24 per class |
for 1-on-1, 45 mins class
Recommended: 1 class per week | 12-16 weeks to level up
Pay as you go, 2 classes at a time
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Instruction Language
: English
Course Summary
If you're a fan of the lively beats of folk music, you're in the right place. The Dolak is like a musical time machine, connecting us to the ancient rhythms of the earth and the heartbeats of rural India.
The Dolak is a special drum that adds extra flavor to folk songs from places like Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. It's a drum with two openings, covered with different kinds of animal skin to make high and low sounds.
Playing the Dolak is fun and easy! You can play it on the ground, between your knees, or even on your lap. That's why so many musicians love it!
In this course, we'll dive deep into the world of Dolak music. You'll learn different rhythms and tunes. And with practice, you can perform in front of an audience. So get ready to tap into the beat and let's start drumming!
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Teacher's Profile
Teacher Skill Keywords
Experienced in Teaching, Folk Music, Precursion
Education
Batchelor of Arts (Hindi) from Mumbai Hindi Vidyapeeth
Tabla Visharad (equal to graduation of a university degree program) from Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal, Mumbai
Work Details
Tabla, Dholak, Dholki Teacher & management of the organization.. - Swar-Taal Sadhana, The School of Music, Pune
Tabla Teacher - School of Holistic Department’ operating under ‘MIT ADT University
About the Course
The highlights of the course will include -
Rhythm exercises that include listening to songs and trying to recognise the rhythm.
Recite the numbers in single, double, triple, and quadruple speeds by giving claps on hand with equal time interval
Rhythm is everywhere around us. In this course, you will learn to find rhythm by playing Dhol-Tasha on the table. Simple habits like clapping while singing a song or playing the rhythm with your fingers on the table help to learn the concepts of rhythms better and faster.
In this course, you will learn basic concepts like -
Kharj (base)
Taar (Treble)
Rhythm Lagori
Dadra Taal (Walts - 3 beat rhythm - Ghe, Ta, Ta
Keharva Taal ( 4 beat rhythm - Ghe-,TaTa, Ghe-, Ta-)
Laya
Theka
Besides the concepts of rhythms, you will also learn music theories.
You will learn about dholak - what it is made of, its different parts, how sound is created through this instrument, how to buy a good quality dholak and how to take care of it.
You will learn to maintain the right posture while playing dholak.
Detailed information about how to play alphabets/ letters
Dhum Pan's letters and their practice
Chati Pan`s letters and their practice
Letters which are played simultaneously on Dhum and Chati & about their practice.
Dholak language - words and their practice.
Taal & Thekas & Bols you will learn to play -
(1) Dadra (6 beat Taal), (2) Rupak (7 beat Taal), (4) Deepcahndi (14 beat Taal), (4) Keharwa (8 beat Taal), Theka, Laggi, Sarpat, Tod etc
Dholak accompaniment with simple songs
About the Teacher
Swanand Sanjay Karandikar is a Solo Artist, Accompanist and Percussion Teacher who specializes in Tabla, Dholki, and Dholak. He has trained under maestros Pandit Suresh Talwalkar, Pandit Ramdas Palsule, and his father Shri Sanjay Karandikar. He holds of a Bachelor of Arts (Hindi) and a Tabla Visharad certification from Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal. Swanand is an accomplished performer at prestigious platforms, including All India Radio and cultural festivals. Adept at fusion music and rhythm accompaniment in musical dramas, with a strong commitment to preserving and innovating Indian percussion traditions.
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- It is not just about learning the rhythm, tempo and sound. It is about understanding the various factors that help in creating a high-quality sound on Dholak and the maths behind rhythm (Taal Shastra).
- Slowly as you practice, you will be able to feel the meditative vibes of dholak.
- Dolak will introduce you to a new language to introduce yourself.
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You should come with a learning mindset that includes a certain level of dedication, discipline, and openness.
You should be regular in attending the classes and consistent in your home practice regime
You should own a Dholak.
Make sure you have an appropriate gadget such as laptop or tablet and a stable internet connection.
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Available For All Age-Groups
Online live sessions completed
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!
Available For All Age-Groups
Online live sessions completed
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
Personalized & Interactive 1-on-1 classes
Course studio that amplifies passion learning
Access to global creative community
Pay as you go - 2 classes at a time
Milestone-based learning for best results
Statement of Accomplishment
Teacher's performance bits for reference
World-class masters as teachers
Personalized & Interactive 1-on-1 classes
Course studio that amplifies passion learning
Access to global creative community
Pay as you go - 2 classes at a time
Milestone-based learning for best results
Statement of Accomplishment
Teacher's performance bits for reference
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