You must have noticed that the vocalist in that Carnatic concert you can’t stop raving about had an enviable control over voice modulation, pitch, and ornamentation! Undoubtedly, such levels of Carnatic vocal singing come about because of years of diligent, daily, and dedicated practice. The control in the gamakas (ornamentation), the steady tone at melasthayi […]
As we gear up for Diwali, festive music continues to be a big part of our day. Thanks to India’s rich musical legacy, each region has its own folk instruments that we use to celebrate festivals, weddings, and more. Here are just a few folk instruments you should know about: Nadaswaram The nadaswaram is a […]
Whether you’re a singer, instrumentalist, composer, producer, songwriter, or distributor and music marketer, Spotify is at the heart of what you do. We recently held a masterclass (open to all established and aspiring musicians) – delivered by a leader from Spotify India. Here were some of his takeaways on how you can start growing through […]
Lullabies exist in almost every language, and for most of us, lullabies provide a backdrop to our childhoods. If (and when) we become parents ourselves, we try to pass on the lullabies our parents sang to us. Interestingly, they have a unique place in every culture across the world. This is because babies prefer their […]
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 […]
“My child has decided to learn vocals/instrumentals. But we are confused about whether to choose Hindustani or Carnatic classical Music.” Many parents have this dilemma. Are you one of them? If this is something you have been mulling about, let’s explore these two beautiful musical styles/systems. A ‘note’ on music Music is about silence and sound. […]
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 […]