Beginner Course

Build a solid foundation with Alankaras, Raag Introduction & Rhythm

Introduction

After overcoming initial sound production challenges, you can now progress to mastering the seven swaras and finger dexterity on the Bansuri. This course establishes a firm foundation with essential "Alankars" (note patterns) for mastering the instrument and grasping ragas' intricacies, vital in Indian Classical Music. It also covers Raga Bhoopali, offering insight into ragas interpretation and Bansuri performance techniques.

What You'll learn

  • How to play Seven Swaras
  • Breathing Techniques 
  • Introduction to Saptak (Octaves)
  • Essential Alankars
  • Introduction to Laya (Single Double speed)
  • Characteristics of various Alankaras
  • Raga Bhoopali

Prerequisite

  • An open mind
  • An earnest desire to learn Bansuri

Himanshu Nanda

"I am Himanshu Nanda, senior disciple of Bansuri legend Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia and Founder-Director of The Mystic Bamboo Academy. With over 20 years of global performing and teaching experience, I love sharing the art and nuances of playing the Bansuri with all who wish to begin or deepen their musical journey."

Course Curriculum

"Every step is a discovery in bansuri practice and this is exactly what he teaches. His vast experience clubbed with his spiritual knowledge is a double combo which one can see in his teaching style. One has to live the life he wants to preach and that is exactly what Himanshu ji is."

Abhishek Sinha
Engineer, Bangaluru, India

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