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Soumyajit
- Rate £431
- Response 1h
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£431/hr
1st lesson free
- Sitar
Sitar learning course for the beginners, intermediate & advanced level students under the tutelage of Sri Soumyajit Paul in the traditional approach of "Guru-Shishya parampara".
- Sitar
Lesson location
Recommended
Soumyajit is a respected member of our tutor community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Soumyajit
I'm Sri Soumyajit Paul, a nationally acclaimed and established young sitar exponent from Kolkata, West Bengal. An "A" grade Sitarist of All India Radio & Doordarshan(Kolkata) and 1st class 1st-Gold medalist in SITAR(M.A.) from Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata, National Scholar, Presidents award winner, empaneled artist of ICCR etc. I'm senior disciple of the legendary sitar maestro, Late Pandit Soumitra Lahiri ji and father-guru Sri Satyajit Paul(Disciple of the Living legend, Padmashree Pandit Manilal Nag ji). Soumyajit is a 5th generation torchbearer of the traditional Bishnupur Gharana. He has been practicing this subject since last 25 years and performed professionally across the globe with outstanding reputation. And also provide sitar lessons to the musical aspirants in across the globe since last 11-12 years. My playing style and approach of music is basically inspired by the taantrakari ang of Senia-maihar gharana and dhrupad style of Bishnupur lineage. And also imbibed with some intricate elements of Imdadkhani style. Worked as a Sitar Mentor at "Gurukul - The Sitar Ashram" & also Sound Recordist at All India Radio (Akashvani Bhavan), Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
1. Beginners course(minimum 6 months):- Basics of Sitar (Sargam, Palta, Murchana, Gamak, Meend, variation of Jhala, techniques of Jamzama & Krintan), Reyaz schedule, Knowledge of Teentaal, theoretical knowledge of the North Indian classical music system, Introduction to Raga:- Yaman & Teentaal Gat. 2. Intermediate Course(minimum 10 months & above) :- Illustrious training on the important Thaat Raga (i.e. Bhairav, Todi, Kafi, Bhairavi etc) and its traditional compositions, knowledge of various Tala system, discussion about intricate techniques & styles of various instrumental gharana, taan pattern, tehaai etc. Knowledge of alap, Prepare for short duration performance along with tabla accompaniment, introduction to Vilambit Teentaal Gat. 3. Advanced level course (Minimum 2 years & above):- Extensive talim on raga:- Behag, Khamaz, Desh, Shudh Sarang, Puriya Kalyan, Marwa, Shyam Kalyan, Rageshree, Ahir Bhairav, Jaunpuri, Nat Bhairav, Charukeshi, Hamshadhwani etc, Detailed talim on Alap, Jod & Jhala, various materials & layakari in Vilambit Teentaal, knowledge of various taal & its composition (jhaap tala, Rupak taal, Char ka sawari, Deepchandi etc), prepare for professional public performance.
Recommendations
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Super talented teacher
Yes,
Certainly, very good gesture in the process of teaching,He belongs to a wonderful musician family and Gharana as well and committed to learn and propagate the same amongst future music wizards.
His passion for music is admirable and I personally feel to be luckiest music lover connected with him. I m a doctor but his therapy through music is my requirement for many psychosomatic illnesses. Wish a great future for him af I love his Sitar wadan.
I recommend from the core of my heart as a wonderful teacher.
God bless him alwaysView more recommendations
Rates
Rate
- £431
Pack prices
- 5h: £2,156
- 10h: £4,311
online
- £431/h
Travel
- + £1,000
free lessons
The first free lesson with Soumyajit will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 45mins
Details
My teaching methodology is specially crafted & scientifically designed for every level of students, those who are very much interested to take Sitar as a profession or in an amateur mind. Being a nationally acclaimed "A" grade Sitarist, I'm very much sincere to provide authentic sitar talim (training) and will improve your skill by making deep understanding about the Indian classical music through vocal and tabla knowledge as well. Search my performing videos in YouTube "Soumyajit Paul Sitarist" or Feel free to contact at +91-(concealed information)
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