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Hindustani · Carnatic Vocal

A clear path intoclassical music.

Structured vocal training from the first note through advanced Hindustani and Carnatic study.

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Learning pathway

From the first note to advanced classical training.

Our structured learning pathway supports students from their very first note through advanced classical training. Students begin with a common vocal foundation before progressing into Hindustani or Carnatic music, with each level developing technique, musicianship, repertoire, theory and performance skills.

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Detailed curriculum

See what you will learn at every level.

Begin with shared foundations, then explore the Hindustani or Carnatic pathway that fits your musical direction.

Foundations · Approx. 6 months

Build the voice. Understand the notes.

Designed for children and adults beginning their musical journey, Foundations develops the essential skills needed before progressing into Hindustani or Carnatic classical training.

  • Shared path
  • Approx. 6 months
  • Assessment-led progression
Core skills

Students will learn

  • Introduction to Swara and Saptak
  • Pitch (Sur) and Swara Shuddhi
  • Basic voice culture, breath control and vocal exercises
  • Simple Alankars and Swara patterns
  • Introduction to Laya and Tala
  • Basic Alaap and melodic exploration
  • Ear training through listening, pitch matching and Swara recognition
  • Introduction to basic music notation and terminology
  • 1–2 simple songs / compositions
  • Developing confidence in singing independently
Music theory

Understand the language.

Swara, Saptak, pitch, rhythm, basic notation and introductory musical terminology.

Progression

Move forward with clarity.

Students complete a short assessment at the end of Foundations to determine readiness for the Beginner pathway in Hindustani or Carnatic music.

Beginner pathway

Learn the language of classical music.

Choose a vocal tradition to explore the full Beginner curriculum.

Hindustani Vocal

Learn the language of Hindustani music.

Beginner training introduces students to the fundamental structure of Hindustani classical music while continuing to strengthen voice, pitch and rhythm.

  • 01Voice
  • 02Raga
  • 03Taal
Curriculum
Students will learn
  • Continued voice culture and Swara Shuddhi
  • Alankars and progressive Swara exercises
  • Introduction to Raga and Taal
  • Aroh–Avroh and Pakad
  • Basic Alaap
  • Introduction to Sargam
  • Simple Bandish
  • Introduction to basic Taan
  • Maintaining Laya while singing
  • Ear training and basic Raga / Swara recognition
  • Singing with Tanpura and basic rhythmic accompaniment
  • Simple devotional or light-classical compositions, where appropriate

Carnatic Vocal

Build the fundamentals of Carnatic music.

Beginner training develops vocal technique, rhythmic discipline and the essential musical vocabulary of the Carnatic tradition.

  • 01Voice
  • 02Raga
  • 03Tala
Curriculum
Students will learn
  • Sarali Varisai
  • Janta Varisai
  • Daatu Varisai
  • Progressive Swara and voice exercises
  • Alankarams
  • Introduction to Tala
  • Geethams
  • Simple devotional compositions
  • Introduction to Raga identification
  • Pitch stability and Swara Sthana
  • Basic Gamakas, where appropriate
  • Ear training through Swara, Raga and rhythmic recognition
  • Singing with Shruti / Tanpura and Tala

Intermediate pathway

Develop repertoire and musical expression.

Choose a vocal tradition to explore the full Intermediate curriculum.

Hindustani Vocal

Develop Raga, repertoire and musical expression.

Intermediate training moves beyond the fundamentals into deeper Raga exploration, improvisation and interpretation.

  • 01Repertoire
  • 02Improvisation
  • 03Performance
Curriculum
Students will learn
  • Deeper study of selected Ragas
  • Vilambit and Drut Bandish
  • Developing Alaap and Raga Vistaar
  • Sargam
  • Development of Taan
  • Introduction to Bol Alaap and Bol Taan
  • Stronger understanding and application of Taal
  • Introduction to Layakari
  • Raga-specific phrasing and musical expression
  • Expanded vocal range, control and tonal development
  • Ear training and Raga identification
  • Guided improvisation
  • Repertoire development
  • Introduction to performance presentation and preparation

Carnatic Vocal

Expand repertoire and explore Manodharma.

Intermediate students move into richer repertoire while beginning to develop the creative and improvisational elements of Carnatic music.

  • 01Repertoire
  • 02Manodharma
  • 03Performance
Curriculum
Students will learn
  • Swarajatis
  • Jatiswarams
  • Varnams
  • Selected Kritis and Keerthanams
  • Expanded study of Ragas and Talas
  • Development of Gamakas and Bhava
  • Introduction to Manodharma Sangeetham
  • Basic Raga Alapana
  • Introduction to Kalpana Swaras
  • Stronger rhythmic and Tala application
  • Ear training and Raga / Tala recognition
  • Understanding different compositional forms
  • Repertoire development
  • Performance preparation and presentation

Advanced pathway

Refine artistry and performance.

Choose a vocal tradition to explore the full Advanced curriculum.

Hindustani Vocal

Deepen artistry. Develop an individual musical voice.

Advanced training focuses on musical depth, sophisticated improvisation, repertoire expansion and the development of an independent performing artist.

  • 01Artistry
  • 02Analysis
  • 03Concert craft
Curriculum
Students will explore
  • In-depth study of advanced and complex Ragas
  • Advanced Vilambit and Drut Khayal
  • Detailed Alaap and Raga Vistaar
  • Advanced Bol Alaap
  • Sargam and Sargam Taan
  • Advanced Taan and Bol Taan
  • Layakari and rhythmic improvisation
  • Advanced Bandish study and interpretation
  • Comparative exploration of related Ragas
  • Advanced voice culture, range, tonal control and expression
  • Developing an individual approach to Raga improvisation
  • Advanced ear training and musical analysis
  • Expanded classical repertoire
  • Selected semi-classical forms such as Bhajan or Thumri, where appropriate
  • Concert repertoire planning
  • Stage presentation and performance preparation

Carnatic Vocal

Advance Manodharma, repertoire and concert performance.

Advanced training develops the depth, independence and creativity required for mature Carnatic musicianship and performance.

  • 01Manodharma
  • 02Analysis
  • 03Concert craft
Curriculum
Students will explore
  • Advanced Varnams
  • Advanced and major Kritis
  • In-depth study of major and complex Ragas
  • Detailed Raga Alapana
  • Neraval
  • Advanced Kalpana Swaras
  • Development of Manodharma Sangeetham
  • Advanced Tala and Laya
  • Ragam–Tanam–Pallavi
  • Advanced application of Gamakas and Bhava
  • Comparative study and identification of Ragas
  • Advanced ear training and musical analysis
  • Repertoire across major composers and compositional styles
  • Building and sequencing a concert repertoire
  • Working with accompanists and understanding concert presentation
  • Stage performance and concert preparation
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Musicianship at every level

More than learning songs.

At every stage, students develop voice technique, music theory, ear training, listening skills, rhythm, notation and repertoire, alongside an understanding of the Ragas, Talas, composers and traditions they study.

Training combines practical learning and theoretical understanding, helping students grow not only as singers, but as well-rounded musicians.

  • 01Voice technique
  • 02Music theory
  • 03Ear training
  • 04Rhythm and notation
  • 05Repertoire
  • 06Tradition and performance

Tuition & lessons

A lesson plan for each stage.

All lessons are 60 minutes. New students begin with an introductory lesson and assessment.

Vocal lesson fees for students in India and internationally
LevelIndiaInternationalDuration
Introductory lesson & assessmentRs. 500US $2060 min
Foundations & BeginnerRs. 1,000 / lessonUS $25 / lesson60 min
Intermediate & AdvancedRs. 1,500 / lessonUS $35 / lesson60 min
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Introductory lesson & assessment

All new students begin with an introductory lesson to understand their musical background, assess their current level, discuss learning goals, and determine the most suitable learning pathway.

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Billing

Regular lessons are offered weekly and billed monthly in advance. Monthly tuition is calculated based on the number of scheduled lessons in that month at the applicable per-lesson rate.

International rates apply to students residing outside India.

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