Adhyayan - Level-up Your Sitar Playing Skills

Q: How long should I practice daily?

For the intermediate level students, ideally, you should pick one concept at a time and try to perfect it. The duration of self- practice is not important. As you focus on the concept that you choose to practice for the day, you should also take care not to strain yourself physically. Follow the right postures and fingering techniques to make sure that you do not hurt yourself.

Q: What if I can’t attend a scheduled class?

If you can’t attend a scheduled, you have to inform the teacher in advance. In that case, your teacher will take the class on or before ending of the ensuing week (Saturday) or a time that is mutually decided between you and the teacher. But if you forget to inform your teacher about your absence, then the decision to take an alternative class will be completely at the discretion of your teacher.

Q: How long will a teacher take to revert to my queries after class hours?

You should get a response within 24 hours if the teacher is not preoccupied or traveling.

Q: What if the teacher wishes to reschedule a class?

If the teacher is unavailable for the scheduled class, he/she will inform you two days before the class. The teacher will conduct the rescheduled class on or before the end (i.e. Saturday) of the ensuing week or such other time as may be mutually decided between the teacher and the student.

Intermediate

by Ramprapanna Bhattacharya

30 Years Experience

US $36 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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Course Summary

If you've completed a beginner sitar course or have equivalent experience, this intermediate sitar class is designed for you. Dive deeper into ragas, talas, and improvisation while refining your technique and performance skills. With live, online classes, you'll not only enhance your proficiency but also explore the cultural richness of Indian classical music. All you need is a sitar, a quiet space, and a passion for learning! Join now to continue your sitar journey and master the art of traditional compositions with personalized guidance.

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Ramprapanna Bhattacharya

Experience: 30 Years

From: India

Teacher Skill Keywords
Indian Classical Music, Classical Music, Basics of Sitar, Classical sitar, Sitar, Ragas on Sitar

About the Course

Refine your sitar technique, master ragas and talas, enhance improvisation, explore traditional compositions, and more in this course. The highlights of this course include -

Week 1-2: Raga Exploration

Introduction to intermediate ragas (e.g., Puria Dhanashree, Bhupali, Bhimpalasi).
Practice of advanced alankars and melodic improvisation.
Focus on mood and emotional expression in ragas, also intro on ragas based on 10 thaats..

Week 3-4: Tala and Rhythm

Advanced tala patterns (e.g., EkTaal, Jhaptal).
Incorporating rhythmic variations and improvisations.
Exercises to develop timing and rhythmical accuracy.

Week 5-6: Advanced Techniques

Study of meend, gamak, and other ornamentation techniques.
Exploration of advanced finger positioning and strumming techniques.
Techniques for achieving clarity and resonance.

Week 7-8: Composition and Creativity

Learning traditional compositions (gat) and their variations.
Introduction to composing original pieces.
Techniques for improvisation over established frameworks.

Week 9-10: Performance Skills

Preparing for live performance: stage presence and audience engagement.
Concept of collaborative improvisation.
Constructive feedback sessions to refine performance.

Week 11-12: Review and Recital Preparation

Review of all learned materials and techniques.
Strategies for continued learning and practice beyond the course.

About the Teacher

Ramprapanna Bhattacharya is a renowned sitarist from the Etawah Gharana, with over three decades of dedication to Indian classical music. He trained under his father, Sri Ram Udar Bhattacharya, and later, under the guidance of Late Pt. Kashinath Mukherjee and Pt. Arvind Parikh, mastering rare and complex ragas.

Ramprapanna has performed at prestigious platforms like The Dover Lane Music Conference, NCPA Mumbai, and the Sangeet Natak Academy. His international performances include a celebrated recital for the Indian Embassy in the Philippines and a special award-winning performance in Scotland.

He holds numerous accolades, including the Pandit A. Kanan Memorial Award, and has had his performances featured by HCL Concerts in various series. His sitar work has also been used as background music in celebrated projects like Bratati Bandopadhyay’s recitation of Joy Goswami’s "Bilayet er Sange Aka."

A passionate educator, Ramprapanna has taught students worldwide, conducting seminars and workshops at prestigious venues such as Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (London) and TIFR. He remains committed to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of Indian classical music through his teaching.

Alongside his music career, Ramprapanna has also had a successful corporate career, working with top organizations like Oracle and Tata Consultancy Services. His unique ability to balance music, academics, and corporate success makes him a rare and versatile talent in today’s world.