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As a beginner singer, it’s essential to have good vocal exercises to improve your voice’s quality, range, and stamina. These exercises help you strengthen your vocal muscles and develop your control and coordination, making it easier for you to sing with more ease and confidence. Here are some basic vocal exercises for beginners: Breathing exercises… More Vocal Exercises for Beginners. Unlock Voice by Mastering
Hindustani music is a form of North Indian classical music that originated in northern India around the 13th century. It is performed mainly by singers, accompanied by instruments such as the sitar, tabla and harmonium. Its influence extends beyond North India, having a major influence on the music of Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Nepal. Let’s take… More 5 unique Aspects of Singing Hindustani Music
Music is a rich and diverse art form that encompasses various genres and styles worldwide. In India, two prominent classical music traditions have flourished over the centuries: Hindustani and Carnatic music. While both share ancient roots, they have evolved differently, resulting in distinct musical styles that are deeply rooted in their respective regions. This article… More What is the difference between Hindustani and Carnatic music?
The human voice is one of a Kind. Like any other instrument in the world, the human voice cannot be repaired or replaced if damaged. You should preserve this gift in the best possible way and should follow the practices to soothe and train your voice. This is where the vocal coaches enter the room.… More From Good to Great: How Vocal Coaches Elevate Singing Skills
Kumar Gandharva was renowned Hindustani classical vocalist who was known because of his unique style of singing. He was a known as a child prodigy due to his genius musical abilities. By his early 20s, he was seen as a star of Indian classical music. At the peak of his music career, Gandharva was struck… More #ListenToSing – Featuring Kumar Gandharva
Uppalapu Srinivas was a Carnatic classical mandolin player. His skill on the instrument was so perfect, that he was considered to be the successor to Pandit Ravi Shankar. His music was even heard by famous international artists like George Harrison (Lead Guitarist of The Beatles). He said his favourite piece of Indian music was “Mandolin… More #ListenToSing – Featuring Uppalapu Srinivas
Pandit Ram Narayan is considered to be the first internationally successful sarangi player. He is credited with popularizing the sarangi as a solo concert instrument in Hindustani Classical music. His career first started with playing on All India Radio, as an accompanist with vocalists. He soon grew tired and ventured into composing in Indian Cinema.… More #ListenToSing – Featuring Pt. Ram Narayan
Ustad Zakir Hussain is widely regarded as one of the greatest tabla players of all time. He single handedly raised the profile of tabla as an instrument to a whole new level globally. Considered a child prodigy at his instrument, he started touring the world at the young age of just 11. Some of the… More #ListenToSing – Featuring Ustad Zakir Hussain
Ustad Vilayat Khan was a renowned Indian Classical Sitar player. He was one of the first sitarists who developed the “gayaki ang” (mimicing vocal music) on sitar. His performances were so engaging that his Mumbai concert at Vikramaditya Sangeet Parishad drew the headline “Electrifying Sitar”. He was also a composer, giving music to films such… More #ListenToSing – Featuring Ustad Vilayat Khan
Pandit Ravi Shankar was the best known Sitar player in the world, in the second half of the 20th century. He was not only a “Sitar Maestro” but also a composer of Hindustani Classical Music. His influence does not end with just Indian musicians. Some of the famous international artists influenced by him were Yehudi… More #ListenToSing – Featuring Pt. Ravi Shankar
