There’s foot-tapping, hand clapping, head nodding, and lip-syncing. Where do you think you are? A concert. Yes! But, what sort of concert? Rock or pop probably. You wouldn’t be wrong but we’re referring to a Carnatic music concert! If you haven’t been to a Carnatic concert, you must put it on your bucket list of […]
At what age should you start music classes for your child? Should you wait till they show some mild prowess before you register them for formal music classes? Or should you make the first effort and condition them to become musical? What is the easiest music instrument for a child to learn? Dr. Ambi Subramaniam […]
The violin is an instrument that is close to the heart of many music lovers. Perhaps it is because it is so emotive, helping you express just how you feel – sad, nervous, anxious, hopeful, happy, exuberant, you name it and the violin can probably sound it out for you. But, from when has this […]
The violin can produce some of the most beautiful sounds you would have ever heard – taking us into an alternate universe of utter bliss! But did you know that the violin has been around for about 5oo years? In fact, the modern violin is said to have been made by Italian maker, Andrea Amati, […]
Carnatic Violin 101 If you are thinking of learning a string instrument, the violin is a great place to start. It is, definitely, one of the most popular instruments that Indians choose to play. Your next choice will centre around whether you want to learn the Western or the Indian Carnatic violin. If you choose […]