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 […]
Are you looking for the right time to start music classes? Look no further! This is the ideal time to mull this question. Vijayadashami is just around the corner and it is said that what you start on this auspicious day, you will excel in forever! So, this is the best time to start music […]
Dussehra is fast approaching, ringing in the most festive time of year. It’s also possibly the time when people feel the most connected to Indian culture and look to explore traditional roots. With Dussehra comes the joy of a ten-day school break. Kids have finished term exams, and everyone is looking forward to a break […]
Sometimes when people want to learn music, they don’t really have an idea of what they want to learn specifically – singing, a melodic instrument, percussion? While making the decision, it’s important to keep in mind what you like. Do you like the idea of singing? Or has it always been your dream to play the […]
We often misunderstand the concept of music therapy. Some people think listening to the right kind of music can cure cancer. Some others believe music therapy to be as scientific as an Ouija board. The truth lies, as it often does, somewhere between the two extremes. The term usually means the use of music to […]
That most commercial music in India stems from Bollywood is a fact. Bollywood music caught the nation’s attention, making people laugh and cry along with their favourite superstars. No one wondered why all the actors seemed to sing with the same voice. In fact, in the early days of cinema, most people didn’t even know […]
It can be a little controversial to explore the music-spirituality connection. Many question whether it is appropriate to teach “religious” songs from a faith other than your own. A lot of traditional music was born in places of worship. And a lot of great musicians and composers were priests and saints who created their art […]
For schools and educators to prepare students for the workplace of the future, it’s important to prioritise music. Learning music is not just an “extra” to abandon in favour of math or science. It goes hand-in-hand with students’ efforts to grow and succeed in the future, and music can be a powerful teaching tool. Studies […]
Stage performances can be unnerving. Even accomplished musicians and singers can become edgy before performances. Is there something you can do to prepare yourself to play well on stage? How do you hold your own when you are in the company of a maestro? Dr. Ambi Subramaniam shares his experiences on performing on stage as […]
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 […]