Why practice swaras?

What are swaras? Hindustani classical music has seven basic notes called swaras. These are Shadja, Rishabha, Gandhara, Madhyama, Panchama, Dhaivata and Nishada. We commonly come across them in their shortened forms as Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha, and Ni. Sa is the root/base note and the reference point based on which an octave is… More Why practice swaras?

Importance of practising basic lessons in Carnatic music

This article introduces you to the fundamentals of Carnatic music. If you are a beginner and want to know how to sing in the carnatic tradition, these tips will definitely help you. It also tells you the relevance and importance of practising the beginner singing lessons such as sarali varase/varisai as part of your everyday… More Importance of practising basic lessons in Carnatic music