Overview

Hindustani Vocal music is the classical music of Northern India. Shankar Mahadevan Academy provides the unique opportunity for students everywhere to learn Hindustani Vocal music from the convenience of their own home through a highly structured curriculum, a clear path for progression, and certifications for completion. Level Certificates are given to students at each of seven levels: Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha and Ni. Each level requires the student to complete the courses listed under it and pass the level exam. Students who are new to the Academy start with the first course in each of the levels, depending on prior experience. Entry into any level will require new students to take and pass the assessment for the prior level.

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Prerequisites:

The minimum age for this course is 6 years completed. This course is best suited for children from 6 years to 9 years of age. 

Overview:

The HV100 series of courses for children are designed to introduce young children to Hindustani Music. These courses provide a foundation for young children to enjoy and appreciate Indian music. The lessons introduce the children to the fundamentals…  

Topics covered:
  • Prayer - Ganesh Vandana
  • Swaras
  • Shlokas
  • Chidiya Chali
  • Hua Savera
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV100A at the academy OR 

The child has learnt music,  sings seven Shuddh Swaras in Swar and Aakar. The child is able to sing repetitive Alankar patterns and simple Alankar patterns (in rhythms of 2 and 3). The child is able to sing a prayer and a Hindi song(non film) in Sur and Taal. The admission in this case would be done as per the advise of experts at the academy. 

This course is best suited for children of 6 years to 9 years of age

 

Overview:

In this course HV100B, Shuddh Swar Saptak is reinforced with the song “Sa se Savan”. The mellifluous Bengali song introduces the rhythm of three. The child gets the exposure for singing with the Electronic Tanpura OR Tanpura app. There i…  

Topics covered:
  • Swaras
  • Know your instruments
  • Sa Se Sawan
  • Gopala Gopala
  • Rim Jhim Rim Jhim Pani Barasa
  • Phoole Phoole
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV100B at the academy OR 

The child has learnt music,  sings seven Shuddh Swaras in Swar and Aakar. The child is able to sing repetitive Alankar patterns and simple Alankar patterns.

The child is able to sing a prayer and 2 Hindi songs (non film) in Sur and Taal. The admission in this case would be done as per the advise of experts at the academy. 

This course is best suited for children of 6.5 years to 10 years of age

 

 

 

Overview:

 This is the third of the 4 courses designed to introduce young children to Hindustani Music. Know the names of the seven Swaras with a beautiful song “Ek Saptak mein’! This course includes a Sargam Geet/Swarmalika. This composition…  

Topics covered:
  • Vishwadhaara Vinayaka
  • Ek Saptak mein
  • Sargam Geet/Swar Malika
  • Chidiya Chali- Review
  • Swara Patterns - Alankar
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV100C at the academy OR

The child sings seven Shuddh Swaras in Swar and Aakar. The child is able to sing repetitive Alankar patterns and simple Alankar patterns (in rhythms of 2,3,4) 

The child is able to sing a prayer and 3 Hindi songs (non film) in Sur and Taal. The admission in this case would be done as per the advise of experts at the academy. 

 This course is suitable for chidren from age of about 7 years to any age

 

 

 

 

Overview:

This is one among the courses designed to introduce young children to Hindustani Music. This course includes a melodious Saraswati Vandana, and two Bhajans. Kheti Karo is a Bhajan by saint poet Kabir. The student reviews the songs learnt earlier.&nb…  

Topics covered:
  • Saraswati Vandana
  • Kheti Karo
  • Hay Jagadrata
  • Patti Doli
  • Alankars Review
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV100D at the academy OR

The child sings seven Shuddh Swaras in Swar and Aakar. The child is able to sing repetitive Alankar patterns and simple Alankar patterns (in rhythms of 2,3,4) 

The child is able to sing a prayer and 3 Hindi songs (non film) in Sur and Taal. The admission in this case would be done as per the advise of experts at the academy. 

 This course suited for students of about 7 years to any age.

Overview:

This course is designed for young learners of Hindustani Music. This course includes a Guru Vandana and two Bhajans. Kinare Lagaao is a Bhajan by saint poet Meera and Ehi Mudam is a Bhajan by Sri Narayana Tertha. The student reviews the songs learnt…  

Topics covered:
  • Swaras and Alankar
  • Jaya Guru Omkara
  • Kinare Lagao
  • Ehi Mudam Dehi
  • Aakash Ganga
Prerequisites:

The students who are of 7 yrs of age need to have previous learning experience of one year. 

It is advisable that children less than age 10 years, who wish to learn Hindustani vocal start from HV100A of HV100 series courses. These are specially designed foundational courses. Children of age 10years or below may be moved to HV100 series of courses.

Interest in music and curiosity to discover the joy of learning are the other prerequisites. There is no upper age limit. Music can be learnt at any age. 

Overview:

This course is ideal for students looking to take their first steps into the world of Hindustani Vocal Music. The course aims at providing a strong foundation where learning is a process of constant discovery. The student acquires the ability to use…  

Topics covered:
  • Prayer
  • Swaras And Patterns
  • Folk Music
  • Swara Sadhana
  • Raga
  • Chhota Khayal
  • Rhythm Patterns And Swara Patterns
  • Composition exercises
Prerequisites:

In order to enrol for level HV102 the students should have completed Hindustani Vocal Beginner 101 from Academy or must demonstrate the ability to sing Shudh Swaras and simple Alankar patterns in different rhythm structures. They must be able to sing a Prayer or a song in Sur and Laya. They need to be able to sing Aaroh Avaroh of Raga Bhupali, Alankar in Raga Bhupali and a Bandish in Raga Bhupali in Sur and Laya. 

Overview:

This course reinforces the concepts of Swar Sadhana and patterning of Swaras by the repetitive practice of Alankars. The idea of Swara mapping is introduced to the student by taking up simple songs like Jana gana Mana OR Honge Kamyab. Samooha Gaan o…  

Topics covered:
  • Swar Sadhana and Swara Patterning
  • Samooha gaan- choral songs
  • Swara Mapping
  • Swaras to Compositions
  • Laya and Taal
  • Raga
  • Raga Bhupali
  • Dhrupad
  • Raga Durga
Prerequisites:

Student should have completed HV102 from the academy OR; the student should have the ability to: • Create and sing Alankar patterns in Shuddh Swar Saptak and Ragas Bhupali and Durga • Render Chhota Khayal Bandish with simple Aalap and Taan in Ragas Bhupali and Durga • Create a Sargam Geet

Overview:

The process of identifying Swaras may seem daunting but in reality it can be taught in such a way that the learner can pick up this skill by connecting the right dots. This is what the Beginner Hindustani Vocal 103 enables the learner to do. Differe…  

Topics covered:
  • Laya and Tala
  • Alankar
  • Swara Sadhana
  • Swara Identification
  • Raga
  • Raga Durga
  • Raga Durga- Jhaptaal
  • Raga Durga Chhota Khayal- Teentaal
  • Raga Bhupali description
  • Composition based on Bhupali-Sngachhadvam/Ai Bhvana
  • Raga Exploration
Prerequisites:

The student has completed Hindustani Vocal Beginner 103 course at the academy.

Overview:

The Sa Level Exam summarizes and reinforces HV101, 102 and 103. The initiation into Swar Sadhana has been done at this level. This includes perfection in Shruti, Stability of note, singing with a free voice, practice with different vowel sounds Aaka…  

Topics covered:
  • Sa Exam Model Question Paper
  • Swaras,the Building Blocks of Music
  • Laya and Taal
  • Tanpura and Tabla
  • Raga Bhupali
  • Raga Durga
Prerequisites:

Student needs to complete HV103 at the academy  OR  the student should demonstrate the ability to sing stable notes perfectly in tune with the Tanpura, to sing Chhota Khayal with self-created Aalap and Taan in Ragas Bhupali and Durga in Taal Teentaal and Jhaptaal, to create a Sargam Geet and present it,  to listen to a musical sound and identify Swaras- at least one Swara sung at a time

Overview:

This course, HV104 reinforces concepts of Swar Pehchan or Swara identification by practice of certain exercises. The Swar Sadhana process is unbroken and is enhanced by encouraging the student to create and sing various Swara patterns. The Raga that…  

Topics covered:
  • Alankar
  • Raga characteristics
  • Raga Khamaj
  • Laya and Dhrupad.
Prerequisites:

  • Student needs to complete HV104 at the academy OR the student should be able to: • Sing stable notes in tune with the Tanpura. • Sing Chhota Khayal with self-created Aalap and Taan in Ragas Bhupali, Durga, Khamaj • demonstrate having learned a Dhrupad
  • Create a Sargam Geet and present it • Listen to a musical sound and identify Swaras, at least 2 Swaras at a time • Read notations and do Swara mapping at a basic level.

Overview:

This course includes study of Raga characteristics. Raga Brindavani Sarang, a Raga that points out towards the folk music roots of Ragas is introduced. A Chhota Khayal in this Raga is learned in detail with Aalap, Bol Aalap and Taan. The principles …  

Topics covered:
  • Mandra Swar Sadhana
  • Composing Swar Vistar
  • Swar Vistar in Yaman
  • Chhota Khayal in Yaman
  • Raga characteristics and Lakshan Geet
  • Tarana in Khamaj
  • Bhajan in Khamaj
  • Rhythm in Bhajan
Prerequisites:

The student needs to complete HV105 from the academy OR the student should be able to: 

  • Sing stable notes perfectly in tune with the Tanpura 
  • Sing Swar Vistar with clarity of understanding in the Raga structure 
  • Sing Chhota Khayal with self-created Aalap and Taan in Bhupali, Durga, Sarang, Khamaj
  • Sing a Trivat and a Dhrupad
  • Compose a Sargam Geet and a Raga based tune for given lyrics and present them
  • Listen to a musical sound and identify Shudh, Komal and Tivra Swaras Read notations and also do Swara mapping at a basic level

Overview:

In this course the creative elements of Chhota Khayal are dealt with a deeper understanding of the Taal. The principles and guidelines to create Swar Vistar are reinforced. Aalap, BolAalap and Taan are practised to perform with confidence within the…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Des
  • Vande Mataram
  • Layakari
  • Raga Yaman
  • Bhajan iin Raga Khamaj
  • Elements of Composition
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV106 from the academy ‘OR’ the student should be able to: 

  • Create and sing Alankar patterns in Shuddh Swar Saptak and the Raga scales
  • Perform Chhota Khayal with self-created Aalap and Taan in at least 4 Ragas 
  • Explain the Raga Characteristics and sing SwaraVistar in Ragas learnt
  • Sing a Tarana in any Raga
  • Compose and present a Geet, Swar Maalika and Lakshangeet 
  • Recite Teentaal, Rupak, Ektaal and Jhaptaal fluently 
  • Present a Bhajan 

Overview:

This course HV107 reinforces the techniques of Swara Sadhana and Swara patterning with the practice of complex or Vakra Swara patterns. The Chhota Khayal in Raga Des is detailed out with development of Aalap and Taan, Bol Aalap gains focus. Raga Kaf…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga identification
  • Raga Des
  • Bhajan in Raga Yaman Kalyan
  • Raga Kafi
  • Time theory of Ragas
  • Raga Lakshanas
  • Composition of Tarana
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV107 at the academy or the student should be able to: 

  • Create and sing Alankar patterns in Shuddh Swar Saptak and the Raga scales
  • Perform Chhota Khayal with self-created Aalap and Taan in at least 6 Ragas 
  • Explain the Raga Characteristics and sing Swara Vistar in Ragas learnt
  • Sing a Tarana in any Raga
  • Compose and present a Geet, Swar Maalika, Tarana and Lakshangeet 
  • Recite Teentaal, Rupak, Ektaal and Jhaptaal fluently 
  • Present a Bhajan 
  • Render a Dhrupad composition with Dugun and Chougun

 

Overview:

This course HV108 focuses on navigating from one Raga to another with ease. This is done with the practice of a variety of Swara patterns in each Raga and the Swar Vistar. The student creates a composition of a Sargam geet by taking two Ragas. …  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Alhaiya Bilaval
  • Raga Kafi Chhota Khayal
  • Taal and Laykari
  • Thaat system
  • Ragas and Expressions
  • Composition of Sargam Geet
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV108 from the academy OR                                     

 The student should be able to:

  • Perform Chhota Khayal with self-created Aalap and Taan in at least 6 Ragas along with SwaraVistar,
  • Sing a Tarana in any Raga,
  • Create Alankar patterns in different Ragas and sing them,
  • Compose and sing a Swar Maalika and a Tarana,
  • Recite Teentaal, Dadra, Rupak and Jhaptaal
  • Sing a Bhajan

Overview:

In this course HV109 the student revisits and reviews Ragas learned earlier, works on the Raga roop and Swar Vistar with attention to developing the ability of switching Ragas. The create their own composition of a medley of about 4 Ragas, with the …  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Bhairav Introduction
  • Raga Bhairav Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Durga Tarana
  • Raga Khamaj Reviw
  • Brindavani Sarang review
  • Thaat system
  • Composition of Raga Medley
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV109 from the academy OR                                     

 The student should be able to:

  • Perform Chhota Khayal with self-created Aalap and Taan in at least 8 Ragas along with SwaraVistar,
  • Sing a Tarana in any Raga,
  • Create Alankar patterns in different Ragas and sing them,
  • Compose and sing a Swar Maalika and a Tarana,
  • Recite Teentaal, Dadra, Rupak and Jhaptaal
  • Sing a Bhajan

Overview:

The course HV110 is the concluding course of the Beginners Level, before the Re level certification course.  The student is introduced to Raga Bhimpalasi and reviews Ragas learnt until now. Ragas Kafi and Des are revised in detail along with th…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Bhimpalasi Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Hamsadhwani
  • Raga Prakriti
  • Review of Ragas
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV108 at the academy and completed the Sa level.

Overview:

This course provides the reference material for the second level examination at the academy, the Re level. With the introduction of the concepts of Swar Vistar, the understanding of each Raga is more clear. Along with the Pakad the student has aware…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Durga Jhaptaal
  • Bhupali Dhrupad and Trivat
  • Brindavani Sarang
  • Khamaj
  • Yaman
  • Des
  • Kafi
  • Alhaiya Bilaval
  • Bhimpalasi
  • Bhairav
  • Taal Thekas
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV110 with honours or high honours, at the academy and complete the Re level examination with honours or high honours OR The student should have at least 2.5 years of learning experience with an ability to sing a simple Swara Vistar,Chhota Khayal with self composed Aalap, Taan in at least eight Ragas. The student should be able to sing a Dhrupad composition with Dugun and a Tarana. The student should have the ability to compose a simple Sargam Geet in any of the Ragas learnt. The students who wish to join this level directly need to submit the prerequisite assessment assigned by the academy on enrolment

Overview:

With the initiation into singing the Bada Khayal Bandish, the student enters the Intermediate level of learning. The Vilambit Laya forms the framework of the Bada Khayal. Practice of holding this slow Laya is given importance here in order to lay a …  

Topics covered:
  • Tanpura
  • Bada Khayal Gayaki
  • Laya and Taal in Bada Khayal
  • BadaKhayal in Raga Yaman.
  • Shrutis and Swaras
  • Gamak
  • Raga Malkauns
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV201 at the academy OR The student should have above two years of learning experience with an ability to sing a simple Swara Vistar,Chhota Khayal with self composed Aalap, Taan in at least eight Ragas. The student should be able to sing a Dhrupad composition with Dugun, Tarana. The student should have the ability to compose a simple Sargam Geet and a Tarana in any of the Ragas learnt. Students who wish to join this level directly need to submit the prerequisite assessment assigned by the academy on enrolment

Overview:

The singing of Bada Khayal is reinforced with the introduction of Aalap within the Bandish in Vilambit Ektaal. Raga Asavari and Raga Kedar are chosen for a detailed learning of Raga characteristics and Chhota khayal singing. Raga Malkauns is revisit…  

Topics covered:
  • Bada Khayal in Yaman -Aalap
  • Raga Asavari
  • Raga Kedar
  • Khayal Composers
  • Raga Characteristics-Review
  • Thaat and Ragas
  • Raga Malkauns-Review
  • Revisiting Old Ragas
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV202 at the academy OR The student should have above two years of learning experience with an ability to sing a simple Swara Vistar,Chhota Khayal with self composed Aalap, Taan in at least ten Ragas and Bada Khayal with basic Aalap in Yaman. The student should be able to sing a Dhrupad composition with Dugun and Tarana with improvisation. The student should have the ability to compose a simple Sargam Geet and a Tarana in any of the Ragas learnt. Students who wish to join this level directly need to submit the prerequisite assessment assigned by the academy on enrolment

Overview:

The Bada Khayal learning is in Raga Bhupali. While singing the slow Aalap with the Bada Khayal there is a deeper understanding of the Raga characteristics. Bhupali Chhota Khayal is sung with improvisation. The improvisation here will be done with a …  

Topics covered:
  • Bada Khayal in Bhupali
  • Raga Bhairavi
  • Raga Bihag
  • Two streams of Indian Classical Music
  • Ancient Texts and Ragas
  • Teentaal, Dugun, Tigun, Chougun
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV203 at the academy OR The student should have about three years of learning experience, with an ability to sing a simple Swara Vistar,Chhota Khayal with self composed Aalap, Taan in at least ten Ragas. The student should be able to sing a Dhrupad composition with Dugun, Tarana with improvisation. The student should have the ability to compose a simple Sargam Geet in any of the Ragas learnt. The student should be able to sing Bada Khayal with basic Aalap in Yaman. Students who wish to join this level directly need to submit the prerequisite assessment assigned by the academy on enrolment

Overview:

The singing of Bada Khayal in Bhupali is reinforced with the Aalap within the Bandish in Vilambit Ektaal. The Trivat in Bhupali is sung with rhythmic improvisation concepts. Raga Bhimpalasi Chhota Khayal is revisited with extempore Aalap. Dhrupad co…  

Topics covered:
  • Bhupali BadaKhayal Aalap
  • Bhupali Trivat and Chhota Khayal review
  • Raga Bhimpalasi Chhota Khayal
  • Dhrupad in Bhimpalasi
  • Ancient texts and Ragas Characteristics.
  • Raga Bageshri
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV204 at the academy OR The student should have three years of learning experience, with an ability to sing a Swara Vistar,Chhota Khayal with self composed Aalap, Taan in at least twelve Ragas. The student should be able to sing a Dhrupad composition with Dugun and Tarana. The student should have the ability to compose a simple Sargam Geet and a Tarana in any of the Ragas learnt. The student should be able to develop Aalap and sing Bada Khayal in Yaman and Bhupali. Students who wish to join this level directly need to submit the prerequisite assessment assigned by the academy on enrolment

Overview:

The student at this level has developed a good sense of Vilambit Laya. The third Vilambit Khayal is learnt in the early morning melody Raga Bhairav. The Swar Vistar and Badhat within the Vilambit Khayal are done with the awareness of the nuances of …  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Bhairav Bada Khayal
  • Bhairav Characteristics and Chhota Khayal review
  • Raga Tilak Kamod Chhota Khayal
  • Tilak Kamod Jhaptaal Composition
  • Dugun in Jhaptaal
  • Swar lipi Paddhatis
  • Revisit Asavari
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV205 at the academy. The student completed Sa and Re level examinations. 

Overview:

Ga is the level that reviews courses HV201 to HV205 and assesses the progress of the student. This course helps the student to prepare for this level examination by giving the necessary guidelines. The course includes Ragas Yaman and Bhupali  B…  

Topics covered:
  • Ragas to be performed
  • Theoretical studies
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV205 at the academy OR The student should have the ability to sing a Swara Vistar, Chhota Khayal with self composed Aalap, Taan in at least twelve Ragas. The student should be able to sing a Dhrupad composition with Dugun and Tarana with improvisation. The student should have the ability to compose a simple Sargam Geet in any of the Ragas learnt. The student should be able to sing Bada Khayal in any two of Ragas Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali. Students who wish to join this level directly need to submit the prerequisite assessment assigned by the academy on enrolment

Overview:

In this course Raga Bageshri is studied. A Dhamar composition is introduced in Raga Bageshri and the Chhota Khayal is revisited. The relationship between Dhrupad and Dhamar is highlighted. Exploring the Bhakti Ras a Bhajan is learnt in Raga Tilang. …  

Topics covered:
  • Swami Haridas and disciples
  • Dhamar and Dhrupad
  • Raga Bageshri
  • Raga Bageshri Tarana
  • Raga Tilang
  • Bhajan in Tilang
  • Classification of Light and Classical Music
  • Raga Marva
  • Shrui Swar Vibhajan
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV206 at the academy OR The student should have above three years of learning experience, with an ability to sing a Swara Vistar, Chhota Khayal with self composed Aalap, Taan in at least twelve Ragas. The student should be able to sing a Dhrupad composition with Dugun with Dugun Tigun Chougun and Tarana with improvisation. The student should have the ability to compose a simple Sargam Geet and a Tarana in any of the Ragas learnt. The student should be able to develop Aalap within the Bada Khayal in Rags Yaman, Bhupali and Bhairav. Students who wish to join this level directly need to submit the prerequisite assessment assigned by the academy on enrolment

Overview:

In this course we develop the understanding of three Ashraya Ragas: Marva, Kalyan and Bhairavi. Raga Marva is studied in greater detail. A Tarana is learnt in Marva, while reinforcing the placement of the notes in Marva, and the factors that differe…  

Topics covered:
  • Naad, the Physics of Sound
  • Raga Marva
  • Raga Bhairavi
  • Raga Patdeep
  • Playing styles- Gayaki and Tantrakari
  • Raga Yaman Bada Khayal with development
  • Taal Roopak
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV207 at the academy OR The student should have about four years of learning experience, with an ability to sing a Swara Vistar, Chhota Khayal with self composed Aalap, Taan in at least fourteen Ragas. The student should be able to sing a Dhrupad composition with Dugun and Tarana. The student should have the ability to compose a simple Sargam Geet and a Tarana in any of the Ragas learnt. The student should be able to develop Aalap and sing Bada Khayal in Yaman, Bhupali and Bhairav. The student shouls be able to sing Taan with at least one of the Bada Khayals. Students who wish to join this level directly need to submit the prerequisite assessment assigned by the academy on enrolment

Overview:

This course introduces the Vilambit Teentaal with the Bada Khayal in Bihag set to this slow paced 16 beat cycle. A Dhrupad in Bihag follows this. Raga Jaunpuri Chhota Khayal Bandish is learnt with a reference to how this Raga differs from Asavari th…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Bihag Bada Khayal
  • Raga Tilak Kamod and Des
  • Raga Jaunpuri
  • Gharana System
  • Taal Roopak Dugun
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV208 at the academy OR The student should have above five years of learning experience, with an ability to sing a Swara Vistar, Chhota Khayal with self composed Aalap, Taan in at least fourteen Ragas. The student should be able to sing a Dhrupad composition with Dugun, Tigun, Chougun and Tarana with improvisation. The student should have the ability to compose a simple Sargam Geet and a Tarana in any of the Ragas learnt. The student should be able to develop Aalap and Bol Aalap within the structure of the Bada Khayals in Ragas Bhupali, Yaman, Bhairav and Bihag, Layakari and Taan in Bada Khayal in at least one Bada Khayal. Students who wish to join this level directly need to submit the prerequisite assessment assigned by the academy on enrolment

Overview:

Bada Khayal in Bhairav is revisited. Three Chhota Khayal compositions in Bhairav are in Teentaal, Ektaal and Jhaptaal. These compositions are sung with improvised Aalap and Taan. Raga Shankara comes in with its cascading Swara movements. The Chhota …  

Topics covered:
  • Bhairav Bada Khayal Review
  • Bhairav Jhaptaal -Allah ho Allah
  • Raga Bhairav Jago Brija
  • Taan Ke Prakar
  • Ektaal in Dugun, Tigun and Chougun
  • Raga Shankara
  • Raga Kalavati Chhota Khayal
  • Gamak Ke Prakar
Prerequisites:

The student should have completed HV209 at the academy OR The student should have above five years of learning experience, with an ability to sing a Swara Vistar, Chhota Khayal with self composed Aalap, Taan in at least fifteen Ragas. The student should be able to sing a Dhrupad composition with Dugun, Chougun and Tarana with improvisation. The student should have the ability to compose a simple Sargam Geet and a Tarana in any of the Ragas learnt. The student should be able to sing Bada Khayals in at least 2 Ragas with Aalap, Bol Aalap, Layakari concepts like Bol Taan and Taan. The Ragas for Bada Khayal are Yaman, Bhupali, Bhairav and Bihag.  Students who wish to join this level directly need to submit the prerequisite assessment assigned by the academy on enrolment.

Overview:

At this point the learner has developed intense listening skills in both Sur and Taal. Hence the Ragas learnt earlier are reviewed with a new approach and skill level. Student is encouraged tossing extempore Aalap with different compositions like Ba…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Bhupali Characteristics
  • Raga Bhupali Compositions
  • Raga Bhupali Baga Khayal
  • Raga Bhupali Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Brindavani Sarang Characteristics
  • Raga Brindavani Sarang Khayal
  • Raga Brindavani Sarang Tarana
  • Raga Khamaj
  • History- Margi and Desi Sangeet
  • Taal Deepchandi
  • Ragas and Rasas
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV210 at the academy. The student completed Sa, Re, Ga level examinations. 

 

 

Overview:

Ma is the level that reviews courses HV206 to HV210 and assesses the progress of the student. This course helps the student to prepare for this level examination by giving the necessary guidelines. The course includes Ragas Bhairav and Bihag Bada Kh…  

Topics covered:
  • Ragas to be performed
  • Physics of Sound
  • Biography
  • Dhrupad
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV210 at the academy OR The student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about fifteen Ragas and is able to present at least 10 Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap in Yaman, Bairav, Bhupali and Bihag

Overview:

The development of each Raga learnt is detailed and the student is encouraged to sing extempore Swar Vistar and Aalap. Swar Sadhana is done with Aakar, Uukar and Mmkar. Raga Poorvi is the first Raga introduced in this course. The Raga descriptions a…  

Topics covered:
  • Tanpura
  • Thaat and Ragas
  • Gamak Ke Prakar
  • Raga Purvi
  • Raga Hameer
  • Raga Tilak Kamod revisit
  • Carnatic and Hindustani Ragas
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV301 at the academy OR The student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about fifteen Ragas and is able to present at least 10 Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap in Yaman, Bairav, Bhupali and Bihag. The student is able to compose simple Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt.

Overview:

The Raga introduced here is the mellifluous Jaijaivanti. The Ragaang system can be applied to study the Raga Roop with clarity. The student attempts to bring out the different shades of this Raga effectively. Swar Sadhana is done with Aakar, Uukar a…  

Topics covered:
  • Ragaanga- an Overview
  • Raga Ragini System of classification of Ragas
  • Raga Jaijaivanti
  • Raga Malkauns Bada Khayal
  • Raga Bhairavi
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV302 at the academy OR The student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about eighteen Ragas and is able to present at least 12 Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap in Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali,Bihag and Malkauns. The student is able to compose simple Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt.

Overview:

In this course Raga Sohini is taken up for learning. The student has listened to this Raga and seen how Sohini has a different persona as compared to Marva. The study of Raga Chalan is important in this Uttarang Pradhan Raga. The Raga exploration is…  

Topics covered:
  • Ragaang system and Raga Ragini system
  • Raga Sohini
  • The Melakarta system in Carnatic Music
  • Raga Bhimpalasi Bada Khayal
  • Raga Kamod
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV303 at the academy OR The student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about eighteen Ragas and is able to present at least 12 Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap in Yaman, Bairav, Bhupali, Malkauns and Bihag. The student is able to compose simple Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt.

Overview:

The seosonal Raga Bahar is a part of this course. This Raga welcomes the arrival of spring with colourful phrases and combinations of Swaras. The Swar Sadhana concepts are reinforced and practiced regularly. The Bada Khayal in Bhimpalasi is further …  

Topics covered:
  • Vilambit Taals with 16 Matras
  • Raga Bahar
  • Raga Alhaiya Bilaval
  • Raga Bhimpalasi Bada Khayal
  • Raga Des
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV304 at the academy OR The student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about twenty five Ragas and is able to present at least 12 Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap in Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag and Malkauns. The student is able to compose Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt.

Overview:

The association of Ragas with seasons has been an interesting study to every student of music. Raga Basant is introduced with a Chhota Khayal. Another Raga belonging to the Poorvi family is Paraj. Paraj can be differenciated from Basant with change …  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Bihag Bada Khayal Review
  • Raga Basant Chhota Khayal and Tarana
  • Raga Paraj
  • Time theory of Ragas
  • Raga Durga
  • Raga Patadeep Composition in Taal Rupak
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV305 at the academy OR The student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about twenty seven Ragas and is able to present at least 14 Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap in Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bhimpalasi and Malkauns. The student is able to compose Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt set to different basic Taals.

Overview:

Raga Todi signifies a myriad of emotions from pathos to ecstacy. The journey with this Raga begins here by introducing a Chhota Khayal. This is elaborated with Aalap and Taan. The Raga expresses itself most beautifuly in the Bada Khayal. In addition…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Todi Chhota Khayal- Langar ka Kariya
  • Raga Todi Bada Khayal
  • Raga Todi Chhota Khayal Saat Suran
  • Raga Deshkar
  • Raga Vibhas of Marwa Thaat
  • Swar Sadhana with Bhairav and Marva Thaat
  • Thaat and Ragas
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV306 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about thirty Ragas and is able to present at least 16 Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap in Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns and one Thumri composition in Des or Khamaj. The student is able to compose Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt set to different basic Taals.

Overview:

Raga Jaunpuri is a Raga which is similar to Asavari in substance. This course starts with Swar Sadhana in Jaunpuri Swaras. The Chhota Khayal in this Raga is reviewed. The essence of this Raga is explored by learning a Bada Khayal with Aalap and Taan…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Jaunpuri Bada Khayal
  • Raga Jaunpuri Chhota Khayal Review
  • Raga Jaunpuri Chaturang
  • Raga GaudSarang
  • Ten Raga Lakshanas
  • 10 Ashraya Ragas
  • Raga Bageshri Bada Khayal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV307 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about thirty five Ragas and is able to present at least 18 Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan in Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns and one Thumri composition in Des or Khamaj. The student is able to compose Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt set to different basic Taals.

Overview:

Darbari, as the name suggests is a majestic Raga. The Swar Sadhana includes the practice of Khatkas and meend. Swar Vistar is done with the knowledge of the Raga characteristics. Raga Darbari also called Darbari Kanada is further explored by learnin…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Jaijaivanti Bada Khayal
  • Raga Jaijaivanti Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Darbari Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Darbari Bada Khayal
  • Ragaang Paddhati
  • Margi and Desi Sangeet
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV308 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about thirty five Ragas and is able to present at least 20 Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan in Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Jaijaivanti Todi and Darbari and one Thumri composition in Des or Khamaj. The student is able to compose Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt set to different basic Taals.

Overview:

Raga Goud Malhar is a beautiful melody, the names indicating that this is sung during the rainy season. The Raga is derived from folk melodies and manifests itself in a unique way in its classical form. Raga Shree is introduced in this course. The S…  

Topics covered:
  • The concept of Raga
  • Raga Goud Malhar Chhota Khayal Khayal
  • Raga Shree Chhota Khayal in Teentaal
  • Raga Adana Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Shankara Chhota Khayal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV309 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about thirty-five Ragas and is able to present at least 20 Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan in Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Jaijaivanti, Bhimpalasi and one Thumri composition in Des or Khamaj. The student is able to compose Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt set to different basic Taals.

Overview:

Raga Poorvi is one of the concert favourite evening Ragas. The Bada Khayal is learnt in this course with Aalap Badhat, Bol Aalap and Taan. Singing Swar Vistar, composing and singing various Swara patterns in the Paltas of Poorvi is practised during …  

Topics covered:
  • NatyaShastra and Sangeet Ratnakar
  • Raga Purvi Bada Khayal and Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Desi
  • Raga Gaud Sarang Bada Khayal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV310 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about thirty five Ragas and is able to present at least twenty Ragas with Swar Vistar Aalap and Taan.  the student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan.

 

 

 

Overview:

Raga Multani is introduced in this course. Multani is one of the Ragas, which is sung elaborately. Beginning with the Swar Sadhana and Paltas in this Raga, we proceed into the Swar Vistar. This Raga though from Todi Thaat, has a Raga Swaroop of its …  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Multani Bada Khayal
  • Raga ChayaNat Chhota Khayal
  • Layakari in Taal
  • Raga Bhinna Shadja Chhota Khayal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV311 from the academy OR the student has Chhota Khayal in about thirty five Ragas and is able to present at least 20 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to present 20 Bada Khayals with development. The Bada Khayal includes Ragas Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Bhimpalasi, malkauns, Jaijaivanti, Todi and Darbari. The student is able to compose ones own Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt set to various basic Taals. 

 

 

Overview:

Marva is a Gambhir Raga which paints the picture of the sunset with its contemplative Swaras. The Bada Khayal is sung with a peaceful Aalap Badhat. The Bada Khayal is followed by the Chhota Khayal in Marva.  Raga Jog Madhya Laya Khayal and a Ta…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Marva Bada Khayal
  • Raga Jog
  • Raga Jog Tarana
  • Review Raga Yaman
  • Ancient texts
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV312 from the academy OR the student has Chhota Khayal in about 35 Ragas and is able to present at least 22 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to present 22 Bada Khayals with development. The Bada Khayal includes Ragas Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Bhimpalasi, Malkauns, Jaijaivanti, Todi and Darbari. The student is able to compose ones own Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt set to various basic Taals. 

The students applying for this course need complete the pre requisite assessment. 

Overview:

The next Bada Khayal is in Raga Shuddha Kalyan. Shuddh Kalyan is a Raga which captivates your imagination with the beauty of Meend. Beginning with the Swar Sadhana and Paltas in this Raga, we proceed into the Swar Vistar. This Raga has Swaras o…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Shudh Kalyan Bada Khayal
  • Raga Shudh Kalyan Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Ahir Bhairav Bada Khayal
  • Raga Ahir Bhairav Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Ahir Bhairav - Jhap Taal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV313 from the academy OR the student has Chhota Khayal in about 35 Ragas and is able to present at least 22 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to present 22 Bada Khayals with development. The Bada Khayal includes Ragas Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Bhimpalasi, Malkauns, Jaijaivanti, Todi and Darbari. The student is able to compose ones own Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt set to various basic Taals.

The students applying for this course need complete the pre requisite assessment. 

Overview:

Madhuvanti is a popular Raga. It is also a concert favourite Raga. A Chhota Khayal and Bada Khayal is learnt in Madhuvanti. The Swara Vistar is sung exploring this beautiful night melody. Raga Kaamod has been introduced earlier. In this course the i…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Malkauns Review
  • Raga Madhuvanti
  • Raga Madhuvanti Bada Khayal
  • Raga Kamod Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Kamod Bada Khayal- Tore Darbar
  • Raga Characteristics -Performance aspects of Ragas
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV314 from the academy OR the student has Chhota Khayal in about 35 Ragas and is able to present at least 23 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to present 23 Bada Khayals with development. The Bada Khayal includes Ragas Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Bhimpalasi, Malkauns, Jaijaivanti, Todi and Darbari. The student is able to compose ones own Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt set to various basic Taals. 

 

Overview:

This morning Raga keeps you engrossed in its mood by the unique way of singing both the Madhyams and the Komal Dhaivat. Raga Lalit is sung in detail with the Bada Khayal and Chhota Khayal improvisation. The emotions of this Raga are expressed by the…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Lalit Bada Khayal
  • Raga Lalit Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Jog
  • Relevance of Thaat system
  • Raga Kedar review
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV315 from the academy OR the student has Chhota Khayal in about 35 Ragas and is able to present at least 25 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to present 25 Bada Khayals with development. The Bada Khayal includes Ragas Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Bhimpalasi, Malkauns, Jaijaivanti, Todi and Darbari. The student is able to compose ones own Sargam Geet/Tarana in the Ragas learnt set to various basic Taals. 

Overview:

Raga Puriya Dhanashri is a concert favourite Raga. This Raga has got the depth of emotions, yet has a Raga Roop which is not complex. This Raga which can be sung in all three Saptaks is studied by ltaking a Bada Khayal as well as a Chhota Khayal in …  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Shuddha Sarang
  • Raga Puriya Dhanashri Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Puriya Dhanashri Bada Khayal
  • Raga Madhukauns Chhota Khayal
  • Principles of Raga formation
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV305 at the academy. The student completed Sa, Re, Ga, Ma level examinations. 

 

Overview:

Pa is the level that reviews courses HV301 to HV305 and assesses the progress of the student. This course helps the student to prepare for this level examination by giving the necessary guidelines. The course includes Ragas Malkauns, Bhimpalasi, Bih…  

Topics covered:
  • Ragas to be performed
  • Bhajan
  • Music Theory
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV310 at the academy. The student completed Sa, Re, Ga, Ma,Pa level examinations. 

 

Overview:

Dha- Part 1 is the level that reviews courses HV306 to HV310 and assesses the progress of the student. This course helps the student to prepare for this level examination by giving the necessary guidelines. The course includes Ragas Todi, Jaunpuri, …  

Topics covered:
  • Music Theory
  • Ragas to be performed
  • Upa Shastriya Sangit - Composition
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV310 at the academy. The student completed Sa, Re, Ga, Ma,Pa and Dha1 level examinations.   

Overview:

Dha- Part 2 is the level that reviews courses HV311 to HV316 and assesses the progress of the student. This course helps the student to prepare for this level examination by giving the necessary guidelines. The course includes Ragas Multani, Marva, …  

Topics covered:
  • Ragas to be performed
  • Music Theory
Prerequisites:

The student needs to complete HV307 OR needs to complete the 4th year from the PSS and must qualify the prerequisite assessment set by the academy. 

  

Overview:

THis course under Hindustani Vocal is specially desiged for specific traning pertaining to the 5th year examination of Prayag Sangit Samiti, one of the pioneer institutions in the area of Music Education in India.       

Topics covered:
  • Raga
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV316 at the academy OR the students who have completed about 8 years of learning. The students need to fulfill the prerequisites set by the acdemy.

Overview:

For a Masters course, content mastery will be approached with a big picture idea. Each course will have a set of Ragas, selected on the basis of a general principle. It is expected that the student analyses the principle and hypothesizes on the link…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Shuddh Sarang
  • Raga Jog
  • Raga Marubihag
  • Bhajan poetry for composition
  • Sarang family Ragas
  • Swaras and Rasas
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV401 at the academy OR the student has learnt Hindustani Vocal for above 8 years. The student needs to fulfill the pre requisites set by the academy.

Overview:

This course will deal with three varieties of Malhar, the Raga family associated with the life giving season in India, the monsoons. Raga in this family is Miya ki Malhar and is attributed to Miya Tansen. In addition, this course will contain Goud M…  

Topics covered:
  • Malhar ke Prakar
  • Miyan malhar
  • Gaud Malhar
  • Sur Malhar
  • Origin and evolution of Dhrupad style of Aalap
  • Rasas associated with Swaras
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV402 at the academy OR the student has learnt Hindustani Vocal for 8.5 years. The student needs to fulfill the pre requisites set by the academy.

Overview:

Three Ragas chosen for this course are evocative of seasons. Megh Malhar is sung during the Monsoon, Hemant in winter and Bahar in spring. The texts of Bandhishes in these Ragas as well as their Swara combinations will be explored in the light of th…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Megh Malhar
  • Hemant
  • Raga Ramdasi Malhar
  • Raga Jayant Malhar
  • The Sarang Ang Ragas
  • Review Gamak Ke Prakar
  • Different Gharanas and approaches
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV403 at the academy OR the student has learnt Hindustani Vocal for above 8.5 years. The student needs to fulfill the pre requisites set by the academy.

Overview:

We now move into a selection of morning Ragas, all with nuances and characteristics that a student at this level should be able to grasp: Gurjari Todi, which is very similar to Miya Ki Todi that the student has learnt earlier, except that it has no …  

Topics covered:
  • Gurjari Todi
  • Bilaskhani Todi
  • Bhupal Todi
  • Komal Rishabh Asavari
  • Review of Time theory of Ragas
  • Grama
  • Moorchana
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV404 at the academy OR the student has learnt Hindustani Vocal for at least 9 years. The student needs to fulfill the pre requisites set by the academy.

Overview:

The Ragas chosen for this course are variants of one parent Raga – Bilaval. With the addition of shades of other Ragas, new personalities have emerged in the forms of Ragas Devgiri Bilaval, Kukubh Bilaval, Yamani Bilaval . In this course you w…  

Topics covered:
  • Alhaiya Bilaval
  • Devgiri Bilaval
  • Yamani Bilaval
  • Kakubh Bilaval
  • Shuddh Swar Saptak
  • Shrutis
  • Revisit Ragas Shuddh Kalyan and Jaijaivanti
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV405 at the academy OR the student has learnt Hindustani Vocal for above 9 years. The student needs to fulfill the pre requisites set by the academy.

Overview:

The three Ragas chosen for this course Puriya Kalyan, Shyam Kalyan and Gorakh Kalyan, all have the title of Kalyan, but whereas the first two are combinations (Jod) of two Ragaangas to yield a variety of the parent Raga Kalyan. The study of how Puri…  

Topics covered:
  • Pooriya Kalyan
  • Shyam Kalyan
  • Gorakh Kalyan
  • Raag Nand
  • Kalyan Ke Prakar
  • Shuddh and Chhayalag Ragas
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV406 at the academy OR the student has learnt Hindustani Vocal for at least 9.5 years. The student needs to fulfill the pre requisites set by the academy.

Overview:

The four Ragas, Desi, Bhatiyar, Ahir Bhairav and Vibhas are all morning Ragas and will be studied in the context of their distinctive features. Desi and Bhatiyar are both Vakra Ragas, their characteristic movement has twisted ascending and descendin…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Desi
  • Raga Ahir Bhairav
  • Raga Vibhas
  • Raga Bhatiyar
  • Bhairav ke Prakar
  • Classification of Ragas, analysis
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV407 at the academy OR the student has learnt Hindustani Vocal for above 9.5 years. The student needs to fulfill the pre requisites set by the academy.

Overview:

The three Ragas being explored in this course range from having six notes (Puriya) to five (Chandrakauns) and then four with a touch of the fifth to make it to the compulsory number to form a Raga (Hindol). In addition, this study will involve the u…  

Topics covered:
  • Pooriya
  • Chandrakauns
  • Hindol
  • Nat Bhairav
  • Principles of Raga formulation
  • Raga formulation in Carnatic Music
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV408 at the academy OR the student has learnt Hindustani Vocal for at least 10 years. The student needs to fulfill the pre requisites set by the academy.

Overview:

The three Ragas in this course, Nayaki Kanada, Kalavati and Madhuvanti will not just be explored with their distinctive characteristics in mind, the concept of Taals and Bandhishes will also be researched deeply through these Ragas. Nayaki Kanada, w…  

Topics covered:
  • Nayaki Kanada
  • Kalavati
  • Madhuvanti
  • Principles of Laya and Taal
  • Taal Concepts in Carnatic Music
  • Kanada ke Prakar
Prerequisites:

The student needs to have completed HV110 at the academy OR the student needs to have the following skills- Alankar singing in different rhythm patterns.Ability to distiguish and sing Shudh, Komal and Tivra Swaras.Good sense of Laya and Taal. Student has learnt Chhota Khayal in at least 10 Ragas including Yaman with basic improvisattion.

Overview:

This course , the first in the Raga Deep Dive provides an insight into Raga Yaman. Hindusthani classical music, the Ragdhari Sangeet is the music of improvisation within the perview of the Raga. Singing a Raga is much more than just making permutati…  

Topics covered:
  • Shudh Swaras
  • Swara Patterns in Raga Yaman
  • Swara Vistar
  • Chhota Khayal
  • Sur and Taal
  • Bada Khayal
  • Tarana
  • Popular Yaman
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV104 at the academy OR has learnt the basics of Hindustani classical Music for at least 1.5 years.

Overview:

Meerabai is one of the most loved and adored saint poets of the Bhakti stream which richly contributed to the music and literature of India. She wrote songs in praise of Lord Krishna This course has three Meera Bhajans, based on Ragas Yaman, Bh…  

Topics covered:
  • Meera
  • Mharo Pranam
  • Jhoolat Radha
  • Ya Mohan ke
  • Bhajan Taal
  • Mai Saware
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV305 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 25 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan in Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Jaijaivanti, Bhimpalasi

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. In this Raga Deep dive course Raga Darbari is explored. Darbari as the name suggests is a majestic Raga. This Raga is sung in the night. Darbari, also known as Darbari Kaanada is a…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Characteristics of Darbari Kanada
  • Raga Vistar in Darbari Kanada
  • Raga Darbari Kanada Chhota Khayal
  • Darbari Kanada Bada Khayal
  • The Kanada Ragaang
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV308 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 25 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan in Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Jaijaivanti, Bhimpalasi, Todi, Darbari

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. Raga Shree leaves a student with no option but deep dive. This Raga can be identified distinctly, the unique melody takes shape not just by the Swara Samoohas but the Shrutis or mi…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Characteristics of Shree
  • Raga Vistar in Shree
  • Chhota Khayal in Shree
  • Bada Khayal in Shree
  • Shree Ragaang
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV308 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 25 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan in Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Jaijaivanti, Bhimpalasi, Todi, Darbari

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. In this Raga Deep dive course the popular Raga Puriya Dhanashri is explored.  Raga Puriya Dhanashri is a beautiful evening Raga, which has got immense appeal with the seemingl…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Characteristics of Puriya Dhanashri
  • Raga Vistar in Puriya Dhanashri
  • Chhota Khayal in Puriya Dhanashri
  • Bada Khayal in Puriya Dhanashri
  • Tarana in Puriya Dhanashri
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV203 at the academy OR the student has practiced a variety of Alankars, the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 10 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. 

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. Bhupali also known as Raga Bhup is one of the first Ragas to be introduced to a student of classical music. The Raga can take the listener into flights of imagination with just fiv…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Characteristics of Bhupali
  • Raga Vistar in Bhupali
  • Bhupali Tarana
  • Chhota Khayal in Bhupali
  • Bada Khayal in Bhupali
  • Ragas similar to Bhupali
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV304 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 20 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan in any 4 of the following Ragas- Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Bhimpalasi

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. In this Raga Deepdive course Raga Todi is explored. Todi is a concert favourite morning Raga. Perfect Sur in the notes of this Raga can be achieved by complete focus and Swar Sadha…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Characteristics of Todi
  • Raga Vistar in Todi
  • Raga Todi Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Todi Bada Khayal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV310 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal and BadaKhayal with improvisation  in about 20 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The Bada Khayal includes the following Ragas- Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Bhimpalasi

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. In this Raga Deepdive course the concert favourite and attractive morning Raga Ahir Bhairav is chosen for exploration. This is a Raga that unfolds with many hues. There is an ele…  

Topics covered:
  • Ahir Bhairav Introduction
  • Ahir Bhairav Bada Khayal
  • Ahir Bhairav Chhota Khayal
  • Ahir Bhairav- Jhaptaal Madhya Laya Khayal
  • Composition
Prerequisites:

The student needs to have completed HV207. 

Overview:

Thumri forms the main compositional form that is identifed with the genre of 'Upa Shastriya Sangit' or allied form of Hindustani classical music. Under the umrella of Thhumri compositional forms like Dadra, Kajri, Chaiti, Hori are included. Thumri h…  

Topics covered:
  • Swar Sadhana
  • Jamuna kinare
  • Kajri- Barasan laagi
  • Kajri- Badra re Tu
  • Dadra- Shyam Sundar
Prerequisites:

The student needs to have learnt music to a level equivalent to HV203 of the academy. 

Overview:

The Natya Geet tradition of Maharashtra and Karnataka has applied classical music to bring an evocativeness into the dramatic art. The story, the emotions, the acting and the music are all in continuous interplay, each heightening the effect of the …  

Topics covered:
  • Ghei Chand 1
  • Ghei Chand 2
Prerequisites:

The student needs to have completed HV304. 

 

 

Overview:

Thumri forms the main compositional form that is identifed with the genre of 'Upa Shastriya Sangit' or allied form of Hindustani classical music. Under the umrella of Thhumri compositional forms like Dadra, Kajri, Chaiti, Hori are included. Thumri h…  

Topics covered:
  • Hori Khelat
  • Rangi Saari
  • Jab se Shyam Sidhare
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV310 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal and BadaKhayal with improvisation  in about 20 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The Bada Khayal includes the following Ragas- Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Bhimpalasi

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. This course takes up the beautiful Raga Madhuvanti, that gained popularity on the consert stage during modern times. This Raga is also known as Ambika, befittingly adressed as a Ra…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Characteristics of Madhuvanti
  • Raga Vistar Madhuvanti
  • Bada Khayal in Madhuvanti
  • Chhota Khayal in Madhuvanti
Prerequisites:

The student needs to complete the course HV204 at the academy OR the student needs to have the following skills- Alankar singing in different rhythm patterns. Ability to distiguish and sing Shudh, Komal and Tivra Swaras. Good sense of Laya and Taal. Student has learnt and practiced Chhota Khayal in at least 12 Ragas 

Overview:

This course in the Raga Deep Dive series, provides an insight into Raga Bageshri. Hindusthani classical music, the Ragdari Sangeet is the music of improvisation within the perview of the Raga. Singing a Raga is much more than just making permutation…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Characteristics of Bageshri
  • Raga Vistar in Bageshri
  • Raga Bageshri Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Bageshri Bada Khayal
  • Raga Bageshri Tarana
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV310 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 20 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan in any 4 of the following Ragas- Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Bhimpalasi

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. In this Raga Deepdive course Raga Bhupal Todi is explored. This is a rare prakar of Todi. Perfect Sur in the notes of this Raga can be achieved by complete focus and Swar Sadhana l…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Characteristics of Bhupal Todi
  • Raga Vistar in Bhupal Todi
  • Raga Bhupal Todi Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Bhupal Todi Bada Khayal
  • Raga Bhupal Todi Tarana
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV203 at the academy OR the student has practiced a variety of Alankars, the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 10 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. 

 

 

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. Brindavani Sarang also known as Sarang is one of the first few Ragas introduced to a student of classical music. This Raga could be traced back to its folk origins as well as the R…  

Topics covered:
  • Brindavani Sarang Introduction
  • Chhota Khayal in Brindavani Sarang
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV210 at the academy OR the student has practiced a variety of Alankars, the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 15 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan.

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. Bahar is a Raga  associated with joy brought by the spring season. The structure may seem to consist of complex phrases that demand specific details. The melody is appealing a…  

Topics covered:
  • Bahar Introduction
  • Raga Bahar Chhota Khayal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed H305 at the academy OR the student has practiced a variety of Alankars, the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 20 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan.

 

 

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. Basant is a Raga  associated with the spring season.This Raga mostly expresses separation from the beloved and description of the season. Theory - Raga characteristics of Basa…  

Topics covered:
  • Basant Introduction
  • Raga Basant Chhota Khayal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed H310 at the academy OR the student has practiced a variety of Alankars, the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 25 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan.

 

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. Miyan Malhar also synonymous with Malhar is a popular Raga associated with monsoons. Theory - Raga characteristics of Malhar , Malhar  family Ragas   

Topics covered:
  • Miyan Malhar Introduction
  • Miyan Malhar Chhota Khayal Bole re Papihara
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV204 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 12 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is introduced to Bada Khayal singing  with Aalap. 

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. In this Raga Deep dive course Raga Bhimpalasi is explored. This is a Raga that has its charm on the listeners in the form of a melody soaked in devotion, love and longing when…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Characteristics of Bhimpalasi
  • Bhimpalasi Chhota Khayal
  • Bhimpalasi Chhota Khayal Ektaal
  • Bhimpalasi Bada Khayal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV205 at the academy OR

the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 20 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan in Ragas- Yaman,Bhupali. The student needs to take the pre requisite assessment in order to take admission to this course. 

 

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts. In this Raga Deepdive course the ancient early morning Raga Bhairav is explored. Bhairav has a simple structure as an outline, but has a Raga roop that is ornamented with Meend, An…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Bhairav
  • Bhairav Chhota Khayal
  • Bhairav Bada Khayal
  • Bhairav Chhota Khaayl in Jhaptaal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV104 at the academy OR the student has learnt Hindustani classical for at least one year.

Overview:

Kabir is the mystic poet who greatly influenced the Bhakti movement and generations to come. His Bhajans represent the Nirguni stream of Bhakti. His poetry is deep in philosophy and simple in language. Kabir inspires a classical musician as well as …  

Topics covered:
  • Kabir
  • Rehena Nahin
  • Naam Hari Ka
  • Beet Gaye Din
  • Taal Dadra
Prerequisites:

The student needs to have completed HV210 at the academy OR the student needs to have the following skills- Alankar singing in different rhythm patterns.Ability to distiguish and sing Shudh, Komal and Tivra Swaras.Good sense of Laya and Taal. Student has learnt Chhota Khayal in at least 12 Ragas .

  

Overview:

This course , the first in the Raga Deep Dive provides an insight into Raga Bihag. Hindustani classical music, the Ragdhari Sangeet is the music of improvisation within the perview of the Raga. Singing a Raga is much more than just making permutatio…  

Topics covered:
Prerequisites:

The student needs to have completed HV210 at the academy OR the student needs to have the following skills- Alankar singing in different rhythm patterns.Ability to distiguish and sing Shudh, Komal and Tivra Swaras.Good sense of Laya and Taal. Student has learnt Chhota Khayal in at least 12 Ragas

  

Overview:

This course provides an insight into the lilting and melodious Raga Tilak Kamod. Singing a Raga is much more than just making permutations and combinations with Swaras. It involves a keen sense of understanding the persona that every Raga has. This …  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Tilak Kamod Introduction
  • Raga Tilak Kamod Chhota Khayal- Neer Bharan
  • Tilak Kamod Chhota Khayal- Kariye Itna
  • Tilak Kamod Vilambit Jhaptaal- Teerath ko
Prerequisites:

The student needs to complete the course HV204 at the academy OR the student needs to have the following skills- Alankar singing in different rhythm patterns. Ability to distiguish and sing Shudh, Komal and Tivra Swaras. Good sense of Laya and Taal. Student has learnt and practiced Chhota Khayal in at least 12 Ragas 

 

  

Overview:

This course in the Raga Deep Dive series, provides an insight into Raga Malkauns. Hindusthani classical music, the Ragdari Sangeet is the music of improvisation within the perview of the Raga. Singing a Raga is much more than just making permutation…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Malkauns Introduction
  • Raga Malkauns Bada Khayal
  • Raga Malkauns Chhota Khayal- Nabh Nikas Gayo
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV207 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal in about 12 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The student is able to sing Bada Khayals with Aalap and Taan in any 4 of the following Ragas- Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Bhimpalasi

 

  

Overview:

Raga Marva is an evening Raga that establishes a strong presence with its characteristic swara combinations. The Raga deep dive course aims at internalising Raga concepts and Raga exploration. Paltas and a variety of Taan patterns are practised to p…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Characteristics of Raga Marva
  • Raga Marva Chhota Khayal- Teentaal
  • Raga Marva Chhota Khayal- Ektaal
  • Raga Marva Bada Khayal
Prerequisites:

The student has completed HV310 at the academy OR the student has learnt Chhota Khayal and BadaKhayal with improvisation  in about 20 Ragas with Swar Vistar, Aalap and Taan. The Bada Khayal includes the following Ragas- Yaman, Bhairav, Bhupali, Bihag, Bageshri, Malkauns, Bhimpalasi

  

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts by learning and improvising different types of compositions in a Raga. In this Raga Deep dive course the beautiful melodious Raga Kedar is chosen for study. This is a Raga that evok…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Chracteristics of Kedar
  • Chhota Khayal in Kedar
  • Tarana
  • Bada Khayal
Prerequisites:

The student needs to have completed HV210 at the academy OR the student needs to have the following skills- Alankar singing in different rhythm patterns.Ability to distiguish and sing Shudh, Komal and Tivra Swaras.Good sense of Laya and Taal. Student has learnt Chhota Khayal in at least 12 Ragas

  

Overview:

The Raga deep dive courses are aimed at internalising Raga concepts by learning and improvising different types of compositions in a Raga. In this Raga Deep dive course the attractive Raga Kalavati is chosen for learning.      

Topics covered:
  • Raga Chracteristics of Kalavati
  • Raga Kalavati Chhota Khayal
  • Raga Kalavati Tarana
  • Bhajan - Ya Mohan ke
Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Yaman   Composer: Meera   Song Type: Bhajan   Skill Level: HVS105  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HVS105

Overview:

This evergreen Meera Bhajan set to Raga Yaman, describes the beautiful Lord who wears the peacock feather.   

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the song
  • Learning Mharo Pranam
Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Bhimpalasi   Composer: Meera   Song Type: Bhajan   Skill Level: HV105  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV105

Overview:

The song Jhoolat Radha describes Radha and Krishna playing Holi on the banks of Jamuna, brings in playful elements of Kafi, maintaining the emotion of Bhakti through Bhimpalasi  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Kalavati   Composer: Meera   Song Type: Bhajan   Skill Level: HV105  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV105

Overview:

"Ya Mohan Ke Main Roop Lubhani" -Meera describes the enchanting form of Lord Krishna. This is one of the beautiful songs representing Sagun Bhakti literature.  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Bhairav   Composer: Kabir   Song Type: Bhajan   Skill Level: HV108  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV108

Overview:

Naam Hari Ka' is a popular Bhajan of Kabir, emphasizing the need to recite 'Hari Naam' and feel the presense of the Divine in ones own self  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Bhairavi   Composer: Kabir   Song Type: Bhajan   Skill Level: HV201  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV201

Overview:

"Remember God as time is flying" says Kabir in this Bhajan 'Beet Gaye Din'. This song set to Raga Bhairavi is a concert favorite song.  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Taal or Talam: Dadra   Raga: Brindavani Sarang   Composer: Kabir   Song Type: Bhajan   Skill Level: HV201  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV201

Overview:

Rehena Nahin, Des Birana hai' is a popular Kabir Bhajan seeking for the Divine that is permanant. This song has been composed in Raga Brindavani Sarang set to Taal Dadra  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Tilang   Composer: Kabir   Song Type: Bhajan   Skill Level: HV206  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV206

Overview:

Humko Pandharpur Jaana' is set Tilang expressing enthusiasm to see the Lord of Pandharapur.  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Todi   Skill Level: HV210   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV210

Overview:

Man Laago Yaar Fakiri Mein' has been a concert favorite song repesenting Kabir's philosophy in simple words. The path of devotion is more valuable than all the wealth in the world -this emotion is expressed effectively by Raga Todi  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Stuti (Prayer)   Taal or Talam: Roopak   Raga: Yaman   Skill Level: HV103  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV103

Overview:

Hey Prabho Anandadaata' is a popular and melodious Bhajan in Yaman set to Taal Roopak. Different singers have sung this Bhajan in their unique syles. This Bhajan can be sung very well as a group prayer also.  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the Raga and Taal
  • Learning the song - Hay Prabho Anand daata
Song Type: Stuti (Prayer)   Taal or Talam: Keherva   Raga: Bhupali   Skill Level: HV102  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV102

Overview:

This chanting of Ram Naam creates a peaceful atmosphere. This Bhajan in the immortal voice of Jagjit Singh touched many hearts  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Stuti (Prayer)   Taal or Talam: Dadra   Raga: Bihag   Skill Level: HV203  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV203

Overview:

Prabhu Mori Binati Suno' is a popular Bhajan in the melodious Raga Bihag set to Taal Roopak  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Stuti (Prayer)   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Shankara   Skill Level: HV205  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV205

Overview:

The melodious and energetic Bhajan on Lord Shiva is in the Raga Shankara  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Stuti (Prayer)   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Kedar   Skill Level: HV204  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV204

Overview:

Hay Prabhu Tum Sab is a melodious and popular prayer which can be sung individually and can be presented very well in a group  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Stuti (Prayer)   Taal or Talam: Ektaal   Raga: Based On Bihag   Skill Level: HV201  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV201

Overview:

Jaya Devi' is a Saraswati Stuti in Sanskrit popularised by Smt. Veena Saharsabudde.  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Natyageet   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Patdeep   Skill Level: HV302  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV302

Overview:

Marma Bandhatali' is a well known Marathi Natya Geet from the play 'Sanyasta Khadga'. Written by Shankar Balaji Shastri, set  to tune by Pt. Ramakrishna Bua Vazeand originally sung by Dinanath Mangeshkar, this song conveys the essence of Raga P…  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the Natyageet -Marma Bandhantali
  • Raga Patdeep
  • Learning the song Marma Bandhantali
Song Type: Bhavgeet   Taal or Talam: Dadra   Raga: Based On Poorvi   Skill Level: HV301  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV301

Overview:

Daya Ghana is the enchanting melody based on Poorvi which has been sung by Suresh Wadkar for a movie based on the life of Master Dinanath Mangeshkar. This immortal song is written by Sudhir Moghe and the music has been composed be Hridaynath Mangesh…  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the song Daya Ghana
  • Raga Poorvi Introduction
  • Learning the song Daya Ghana
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Satva   Raga: Nirguni Mand   Skill Level: HV202   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV202

Overview:

The Bhajan 'Avadhuta Yugan Yugan Hum Yogi' is one of the most loved Nirguni Bhajan of Pt. Kumar Gandharv. This song represents Kabir's Bhakti and quest for finding the Divine within oneself.  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Skill Level: HV203   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV203

Overview:

This beautiful Kabir Bhajan sung by Pt. Kumar Gandharva has been a favorite among listeners of music. There are versions based on folk traditions. Here we are making an effort to soak into the essence of Kumarji's iterpretation. His rendition is rhy…  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the song- Kaun Thagva
  • Learning the song Kaun Thagva
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Dadra   Skill Level: HV104   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV104

Overview:

Santo Andhadhund Andhiyara' is a Bhajan where Kabir says ,'when there is darkness evrywhere find the light within oneself'. This song has been set to a lilting folk based tune by Smt.Bharati Balakrishnan in her album'Sagun Nirgun'  

Topics covered:
  • About Kabir
  • Santo Andhadhund Andhiyara
  • Santo Andhadhund Andhiyara learning
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Keherva   Raga: Mishra Pahadi   Skill Level: HV106   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV106

Overview:

Mati Kahe' is one of the most loved Kabir Bhajans popularised by Smt. Laksmi Shankar  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Bilaval   Skill Level: HV102   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV102

Overview:

Kheti Karo' is a Kabir Bhajan which can be highlighted as the best example of how Kabir could explain his profound philosophy of Bhakti in simple language. This Bhajan is sung in a lilting folk based tune and traditional Bhajan style.  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the song- Kheti Karo Hari Naam ki Manva
  • Learning the song Kheti Karo Hari Naam ki Manva
  • Swaras and Patterns
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Bhairav , Anand Bhairav   Skill Level: HV301   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV301

Overview:

Sunta Hai' is a well known song which conveys the essense of Kabir's teachings. The song has been immortalised by Pt. Kumar Gandharv.  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Kalavati   Skill Level: HV206   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV206

Overview:

Moko Kahan' is a popular and often sung Kabir Bhajan. This song has been beautifully composed in Raga Kalavati.  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Mishra Khamaj   Skill Level: HV201   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV201

Overview:

Bhajo re Bhaiya' is a well known and enjoyable Kabir Bhajan. This song has been immortalised by Smt. M.S. Subbalakshmi  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Satva   Raga: Charukeshi   Skill Level: HV207   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV207

Overview:

Jheeni Chadariya' is a well known song which conveys the essense of Kabir's teachings. This song has been set to tune in Raga Charukeshi by the Gundecha brothers  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Bhairavi   Skill Level: HV104   Composer: Meera  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV106

Overview:

Aali Mohe laage Brindavan is a beautiful Meera Bhajan set to an uplifting tune in Raga Des and Taal Ropak by Sri Ravindra P Diwe.   

Topics covered:
  • Raga Des- Description
  • Aali Mohe
  • Meera
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Hamsadhwani   Skill Level: HV202   Composer: Meera  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV202

Overview:

Karam Ki Gati' is a Meera Bhajan which stands out because the nature of the content in this particular Bhajan is Nirgun unlike other Meera Bhajan's. This song has been composed by Hridaynath Mangeshkar and sung by Lataji.  

Topics covered:
  • About the song Karam ki Gati
  • Raga Hamsadhwani
  • Learning Karam Ki Gati
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Keherva   Raga: Manj Khamaj   Skill Level: HV205   Composer: Meera  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV205

Overview:

Sawara re' is one of the most often sung Meera Bhajans in Raga Manj Khamaj  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Dadra   Raga: Pahadi   Skill Level: HV107   Composer: Meera  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV107

Overview:

Meera Bhajans sung by Lata Mangeshkar are all time favourites. Thaani Kai Kai Bol Sunava' is a popular Meera Bhajan sung in a lively rhythm. This song has been set to music by Hridaynath Mangeshkar. This sweet Bhajan sung in a lilting tune is learnt…  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the Bhajan
  • Thaani Kaayi
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Pahadi   Skill Level: HV202   Composer: Meera  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV202

Overview:

Chalo Mann is a popular Meera Bhajan which has been immortalised by Pt. D.V. Paluskar.   

Topics covered:
  • The Composer and Composition
  • Chalo Mana Learning
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Tilak Kamod   Skill Level: HV104   Composer: Meera  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV103

Overview:

Kinaare Lagao is a Meera Bhajan which expresses profound thought in simple language. This is an attractive melody based on Raga Tilak Kamod, suitable for singing together.  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the Bhajan- Kinare Lagao
  • Learning the song Kinare Lagao
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Roopak   Raga: Yaman Kalyan   Skill Level: HV107   Composer: Tulsidas  
Prerequisites:

The student has learnt Classical music for at least an year OR Skill Level HV107

Overview:

Sri Ramachandra is a concert favourite Bhajan soaked in the beauty of the Raga Yaman Kalyan and the Bhakti of TulasiDas. This Bhajan is set to Taal Rupak. This song has been sung by various artists in their unique styles.   

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to Sri Ramachandra
  • Raga and Taal of the Bhajan
  • Learning Sri Ramachandra
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Yaman   Skill Level: HV101  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV101

Overview:

Hay Prabhu Tum Sab' is a melodious prayer in Raga Yaman. This can be sung individually and also in a group  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Hemant   Skill Level: HV101  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV101

Overview:

Vishwaadhaara Vinayaka is a melodious prayer to Lord Ganesha. This Ganesh Vandana can be sung individually and also in a group. This course includes a Shloka for composition  

Topics covered:
  • Ganesha Shloka
  • Vishwaadhaara Vinayaka
Song Type: Stuti (Prayer)   Taal or Talam: Keherva   Raga: Hamsadhwani   Skill Level: HV203   Composer: Suryakant Tripathi 'Nirala'  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV203

Overview:

Veena Vadini' is the Devi Stuti penned by Mahakavi Suryakant Tripathi 'Nirala'. The spirit of this song is effectively and skillfully expressed in Raga Hamsadhwani  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Stuti (Prayer)   Taal or Talam: Roopak   Raga: Hamsadhwani   Skill Level: HV106  
Prerequisites:

The student has learnt Classical music for at least an year OR Skill Level HV106

Overview:

Jaya jayati' is a popular stuti in Sanskrit sung in Raga Hamsadhrwani set to Taal Roopak. This is a verse from Goswamiji Tulasidas.This song has been performed and popularised  by Carnatic and Hindustani classical singers.   

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to Jaya Jayati
  • Raga and Taal of the Bhajan
  • Learning Jaya Jayati
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Kedar   Skill Level: HV107  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV107

Overview:

Darshan Do' is an enjoyable and popular devotional song. The deep feeling of devotion is beautifully expressed in Raga Kedar  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Keherva   Raga: Yaman   Skill Level: HV108  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV108

Overview:

Tum Asha is the melodious and popular Prayer loved by all. This song has been sung by Lata Mangeshkar, composed by Hridaynath Mangeshkar and written by Pt. Narendra Sharma. This song is in the movie called 'Subah' . Students interested in HMS could …  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the song Tum Asha
  • Learning the song Tum Asha
Song Type: Sufi   Taal or Talam: Keherva   Raga: Pilu   Skill Level: HV105  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV105

Overview:

Mere maula Karam ho' is a well known Sufi song soaked in devotion and melody of Raga Pilu  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Raga: Yaman   Song Type: Sufi   Skill Level: HV201   Taal or Talam: Keherva  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV201

Overview:

'O Laal meri' is a song that has been synonymous with Sufi singing. This song has been rendered by many artistes in their uniqe styles. This song of the Sufi saint Shabaz Kalandar is an all time favorite devotional song.  

Topics covered:
  • Brief note on Raga Yaman
  • About the song, O Lal Meri
  • Learning the Song- O Lal Meri
Composer: Tulsidas   Raga: Pilu   Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Dadra  
Overview:

Thumak Chalat is the Bhajan that paints the picture of the toddler Sri Ram, just learning to walk. This song of Tulasidas is soaked in 'Vatsalya Bhava' describing affection. The Bhajan is set to Taal Dadra, a six beat rhythm cycle. This course maps …  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the Bhajan- Thumak Chalat
  • Taal Dadra
  • Learning the Bhajan -Thumak Chalat
Composer: Meera   Raga: Based On Malhar   Song Type: Bhajan   Skill Level: HV108   Taal or Talam: Dadra  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV108. Sudent has training in classical music for at least 2 years.

Overview:

The revered and loved saint of the Bhakti era is Meera Bai. Her songs have been sung by great masters like Pt. D.V. Palukar and Pt. Omkarnath Thakur. Singers like M.S. Subbalakshmi, Kishori Amoankar and Parveen Sultana have sung these Bhajans in the…  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the song -Mhara re
  • Learning the song Mhara re
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Keherva   Raga: Todi   Skill Level: HV301  
Prerequisites:

The Skill Level  recomended for this course is HV301. The student needs to have exposure to classical music for at least 4 years.

Overview:

'Akhiyan Hari Darashan ki pyasi' is a song deeply immersed in the feeling of seperation from the Divine. The depth of devotion is portrayed by Ragas of the Pooriya family and Lalit. The Ragas seemlessly blend into each other highlighting the emotion…  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the song Akhiyan Hari Darshan ki
  • Learning the song Akhiyan Hari Darshan ki
  • Improvisation in the song Akhiyan Hari Darshan ki
Song Type: Stuti (Prayer)   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Bageshri   Skill Level: HV202  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV202

Overview:

The Bhajan 'Hari Hari Japle' describes the significance of chanting.  This song is set to Raga Bageshri. Bageshri is a beautiful night melody. This Raga can be explored in all three Saptaks and is one of the most preffered Ragas for classical m…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Bageshri description
  • Hari Hari Japle- learning
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Jaijaivanti   Skill Level: HV302   Composer: Tulsidas  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV302 or the equivalent level of learning

Overview:

Jaya Rama Ramaa Ramanam is the beautiful Sanskrit verse from the Ramcharitmanas of Tulasidasji. This has been set to tune in the soothing Swaras of Raga Jaijaivanti. The characteristic expressions of the Raga can be achieved by regular Swar Sadhana.…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Jaijaivanti- Raga Description
  • About the song Jaya Rama Ramaa Ramanam
  • Learning the song Jaya Rama Ramaa Ramanam
Song Type: Thumri   Taal or Talam: Keherva   Raga: Manj Khamaj   Skill Level: HV208   Composer: Folk  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV205

Overview:

Jamuna Kinare is a melody emerging from the culturally rich land of Malwa. This folk melody is based on Raga Pahadi. It is interesting to see the transition of these melodies into classical music, to develop this unique genere of light classical mus…  

Topics covered:
  • Raga Pahadi description
  • About the song Jamuna Kinare
  • Learning the song Jamuna Kinare
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Keherva   Raga: Yaman   Skill Level: HV207   Composer: Meera  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV205

Overview:

Meera is the revered and loved saint poet of the Bhakti era. She wrote songs on devotion and her pursuit to spirituality was path breaking. Her love for Krishna is unparalleled. This song describes the pain of seperation of the soul or Atman from th…  

Topics covered:
  • Review Raga Yaman
  • Introduction to the song- Kenu Sang
  • Learning the song Kenu Sang
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Mangal Bhairav   Skill Level: HV210   Composer: Surdas  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV210

Overview:

This Surdas Bhajan is set to a rare and one of the most beautiful morning Ragas Anand Bhairav. This is set to tune by Smt. Apoorva Gokhale.  'Udho Kaho Hari' is a Bhajan which is a part of the conversation of the Gopikas and Uddhav, who has bee…  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction
  • Part 1 (Stayi)
  • Part 2 (Antara)
  • Part 3 (Antara)
  • Putting it all together
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Bhajani   Raga: Pahadi   Skill Level: HV202   Composer: Meera  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV202

Overview:

Payoji Maine' is the evergreen Meera Bhajan which is a concert favourite. This Bhajan has been immortalised by Pt. D. V. Paluskar  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the song -Payoji Maine
  • Learning the song Payoji Maine
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Addha   Raga: Bhinna Shadja   Skill Level: HV301   Composer: Meera  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV301

Overview:

Meera Bai  is the revered and loved saint of the Bhakti era. Her songs have been immortalised by great masters like Pt. D.V. Palukar and Pt. Omkarnath Thakur. Singers like M.S. Subbalakshmi, Kishori Amoankar and Parveen Sultana have sung these …  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the song - Ud Ja re
  • Ud Jaa re- Raga and Taal
  • Learning the Bhajan Ud Jaare
Song Type: Bhajan   Taal or Talam: Satva   Raga: Nirguni Mand   Skill Level: HV202   Composer: Kabir  
Prerequisites:

Skill Level HV202

Overview:

The Bhajan 'Nirbhay Nirgun' is one of the most loved Nirguni Bhajan of Pt. Kumar Gandharv. This song represents Kabir's philosophy of the Divine with no attributes, Nirgun, Nirakar  

Topics covered:
  • Introduction to the song- Nirbhay Nirgun
  • Learning the song Nirbhay Nirgun
  • Swaras and Patterns
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Alhaiya Bilaval   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Alhaiya Bilaval. My disciple, Mallika Kilpady, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Khelori Hori - Raga Alhaiya Bilaval - Madhyalaya Teentaal
Taal or Talam: Vilambit Ektaal   Raga: Bageshri 1   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Bageshri. My disciple, Bharathi Prathap, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Aaliri Ghar Ayé - Raga Bageshri
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Ektaal   Raga: Bageshri 2   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

  • A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
  • A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy 
  • A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Bageshri. My disciple, Pratima Bellave, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Dekho Shyaam Né Mori - Raga Bageshri
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Bhairav   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Bhairav. My disciple, Niketa Lele, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Sajanva Kaisé Aavun - Sajanva Kaisé Aavun
Taal or Talam: ThumriKeherwa   Raga: Bhairavi   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Bhairavi. My disciple, Bharathi Prathap, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Raat Nindiya Na Aayiré - Raga Bhairavi
Taal or Talam: Vilambit Ektaal   Raga: Bhopali   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Bhopali. My disciple, Niketa Lele, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Aliri Yé Naina Moré - Raga Bhopali
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Bihag 1   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Bihag. My disciple, Deepa Karnad, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Kanha Bhar Bhar Maré - Raga Bihag
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Ektaal   Raga: Bihag 2   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Bihag. My disciple, Bharathi Prathap, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Yaad Tori Aavat - Raga Bihag
Taal or Talam: Vilambit Teentaal   Raga: Brindavani Sarang   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Brindavani Sarang. My disciple, Nishant Panicker, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Ari Moré Ayé Hain Krishna Murari - Raga Brindavani Sarang
Taal or Talam: Vilambit Teentaal   Raga: Des   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Des. My disciple, Pratima Bellave, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Baadar Chhayé - Raga Des
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Deshkar   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Deshkar. My disciple, Meera Sahasrabudhe, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Itna Sandesa Kaaga - Raga Deshkar
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Jaunpuri   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Jaunpuri. My disciple, Meera Sahasrabudhe, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Kaisé Karun Un Sang Larkaiya - Raga Jaunpuri
Taal or Talam: Vilambit Ektaal   Raga: Jog   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Jog. My disciple, Manohar Patwardhan, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Ai Shyam Moré Ghar Ayé - Raga Jog
Taal or Talam: ThumriTeentaal   Raga: Kafi   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Kafi. My disciple, Manohar Patwardhan, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Mané Nahi Mohan Murakh Kalaayiré - Raga Kafi
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Kedar   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Kedar. My disciple, Tara Kini, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Eri Yé Naina Main - Raga Kedar
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Khamaj   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Khamaj. My disciple, Mallika Kilpady, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Murali Manohar Né Mora - Raga Khamaj
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Puriya   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Puriya. My disciple, Nishant Panicker, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Dekho Dekhore Kanha - Raga Puriya
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Ektaal   Raga: Shankara   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Shankara. My disciple, Niketa Lele, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Jhoolana Dalaaungi - Raga Shankara
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Jhaptaal   Raga: Shree   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Shree. My disciple, Nishant Panicker, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Garib Nawaz - Raga Shree
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Sohini   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Sohini. My disciple, Kailash Kulkarni, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Sajan Tum Zara - Raga Sohini
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Ektaal   Raga: Tilak Kamod   Skill Level: Intermediate   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Tilak Kamod. My disciple, Bharathi Prathap, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Dhir Dhir Tadiyanaré Dani - Raga Tilak Kamod
Raga: Yaman Kalyan  
Prerequisites:

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least three years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV201 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Madhyama Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Yaman Kalyan. My disciple, Meera Sahasrabudhe, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Banara Aaya Byaahan - Raga Yaman Kalyan
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Ektaal   Raga: Adana 1   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Adana. My disciple, Kailash Kulkarni, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Kaisé Sakhiri Ghar Jaavun - Raga Adana
Taal or Talam: TaranaTeentaal   Raga: Adana 2   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Adana. My disciple, Pratima Bellave, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Taaderna Derna - Raga Adana
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Darbari   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Darbari. My disciple, Nishant Panicker, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Chuk Mukh Dikhalaja - Raga Darbari
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Rupak   Raga: Goud Malhar   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Goud Malhar. My disciple, Manohar Patwardhan, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Aayé Aayeré Jhoom Ké - Raga Gaud Malhar
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Rupak   Raga: Gujari Todi   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Gujari Todi. My disciple, Meera Sahasrabudhe, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Eri Mero Darad - Raga Gujari Todi
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Hindol   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Hindol. My disciple, Manohar Patwardhan, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Eri Mayi Aaj Badhaava Gavo - Raga Hindol
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Ektaal   Raga: Jaijaivanti   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Jaijaivanti. My disciple, Bharathi Prathap, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Jhanana Jhanana Bajat Payal - Raga Jaijaivanti
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Jhinjoti   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Jhinjoti. My disciple, Nishant Panicker, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Sawaré Salonesé Lagé Moré Nain - Raga Jhinjoti
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Kamod   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Kamod. My disciple, Kailash Kulkarni, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Main Tan Man Dhan - Raga Kamod
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Komal Ri Asavari   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Komal Ri Asavari. My disciple, Meera Sahasrabudhe, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"   

Topics covered:
  • Aliri Moré Man Bhayo - Raga Komal Rishabh Asavari
Taal or Talam: Madhyalaya Teentaal   Raga: Maru Bihag   Skill Level: Advanced   Composer: Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan  
Prerequisites:

 

• A student who has learnt Hindustani Classical Music for at least five years , OR
• A student who has completed the HV301 course in Shankar Mahadevan Academy
• A student who has completed the Visharad Pratham of the Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya

 

Overview:

"I am very happy to bring to you a composition by my beloved Guru, Ustad Khadim Hussain Khan, in the Raga Maru Bihag. My disciple, Manohar Patwardhan, will be teaching you this song in a pre-recorded lesson." - Lalith J. Rao"