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Learn the art of Hindustani vocal music in these free online video voice lessons, including the history and lyrics of traditional Hindustani ragas, singing styles & voice training exercises, and a performance demonstration.
There are 12 videos in this series:
Everything you want to know about Hindustani music! Learn the techniques of Hindustani vocal music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Tanpuras are essential for Hindustani music perfection! Learn about the role that the Tanpura plays in Hindustani Vocal Music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Harmonium is key in Hindustani vocal music. Learn how Harmonium relates to Hindustani vocal music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Just like India, Hindustani vocal music has a long and rich history. Learn about the history of Hindustani vocal music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Learn about the lyrical content of Hindustani vocal music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Learn how the Saranghi is used to accompany Hindustani vocal music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Learn a vocal exercise you can use to train your voice for Hindustani vocal music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Learn a vocal exercise you can use to train your voice for Hindustani vocal music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Learn about "palta," a technique used in Hindustani vocal music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Learn how to perform "gamak" a Hindustani vocal music technique in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Learn a raga entitled "Bhairavi" that can be performed as part of the Hindustani vocal music tradition in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Watch a performance of traditional Hindustani vocal music in this free online video voice lesson on the traditional Indian singing style.
Hindustani music is an Indian classical music tradition whose roots go back to the 13th century. With the permeation on Indian culture to the Western World, Hindustani vocal music is a tradition that most people have been exposed to, whether they realize it or not. In this video series, you will learn about some of the history and traditions behind Hindustani music, as well as some tips for training your voice to perform these sacred melodies.
Unlike most Western music that is based upon the singing of words, Hindustani vocal music is based upon the practice of singing notes. These notes make up Ragas, which are the basis for Hindustani music. These videos will show you some of the more popular Ragas that are often sung in Hindustani vocal music, as well as teach you some of the different techniques that performers use to spice up these Ragas.
Amelia Maciszewski Amelia Maciszewski has dedicated her entire life to studying and teaching Hindustani instrumental and vocal music. She has a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology and has been performing all over the world for the last twenty years.dkdk
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