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US $36 per class |
for 1-on-1, 60 mins class
Recommended: 1 class per week | 12-16 weeks to level up
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Intermediate-level online sitar lessons offer a unique opportunity to learn from seasoned sitar player Kajal Chatterjee. The course curriculum begins with a one-hour revision of concepts from the beginner sitar course. Subsequently, the course delves into crucial concepts and techniques to elevate students' sitar playing skills. Students can freely ask questions during their individual classes, ensuring personalized attention from the teacher.
In this intermediate-level online sitar course, the curriculum is thoughtfully structured to provide you with a well-rounded and enriching learning experience. It begins with a one-hour revision of the fundamental concepts from the beginner sitar course followed by the intricacies of meend, gamak, and Krintan techniques. Further, you will learn presentation techniques, encompassing Jhamjama and other methods that add depth and artistry to the performance, drawing inspiration from gayaki and khayal anga. You will learn Ragas and their 10 criteria, gaining a deep understanding of this essential aspect of Indian classical music. You will also learn the 10 Thaats of Hindustani classical music, providing insight into the theoretical underpinnings. The course concludes with a practical application section, devoting 10 hours to comprehending 10 ashraya ragas, including descriptions and gats in both slow (vilambit) and medium (madhya laya) tempos. This well-rounded curriculum covers 21 hours, equipping students with a versatile skill set for mastering the sitar.
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Honours Course in Sitar from Sangit-Bhavan (Music College) of Visva Bharati University, Santiniketan
Research Fellow under UGC Project - Performing Art Section of Visva Bharati, Santiniketan
Professional Sitar Player, Teacher, Artist - Music
This is a detailed and hands-on learning opportunity for aspiring sitar players in their intermediate level. Each individual learning session is held for one hour on weekly basis via the online meeting applications. The entire course stretches over 21 weeks. The highlights of the course include revision of previous learning and techniques such as -
About the teacher
Suromani Kajal Chatterjee, a distinguished sitar player and mentor, embarked on her sitar journey at the tender age of 5 under the guidance of her mentor, Guru N. Goswami. Her dedication to the art led her to pursue a major in Sitar from Vishva Bharati University, where she also continued as a research scholar under a UGC Project. Throughout her musical odyssey, she received invaluable teachings from esteemed professors such as Pt. Suresh Mishra and Pt. Indranil Bhattacharjee. As a National Fellow, she further enriched her knowledge by receiving guidance from Pt. Dhrubatara Joshi, a renowned disciple of Ustad Enayat Khan and a torchbearer of the Imadkhani-Etawa Gharana.
Chatterjee's passion for teaching sitar dates back to her undergraduate days. She subsequently served as a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) of Sitar at a Graduate College affiliated with Bhagalpur University for approximately four years. Her teaching endeavors extended internationally as she worked as a Music Teacher at an Indian School in Muscat, Oman for a decade. She also contributed her expertise at the Sangit Research Academy of ITC in Kolkata. Currently, she imparts her knowledge and mentorship at Birla High School, Kolkata, continuing her commitment to nurturing the next generation of sitar enthusiasts.
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The benefits of learning sitar are countless. It is not just about acquiring a new skill but also about enhancing your temperament, focus, cognitive skills, and overall personality. However, the unique benefit that the students will get from this course is the rich and exhaustive knowledge base that mentor Kajal Chatterjee has acquired from some of the best sitar players and teachers.
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The only prerequisite for this course is that the students must complete the course - Online Sitar Course for Beginners before enrolling in this course.
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