If you have been fortunate enough to attend a Carnatic music concert, you would have experienced some of the sweetest sounds on earth! Interest in Carnatic vocal music has (rightly) spread not just in India but around the world. Carnatic performers are no less than rockstars in their own right with a devoted and discerning […]
As we gear up for one of the most anticipated times of year in India, we find ourselves asking the age-old question: what should we gift our families? The idea behind Diwali gifting started as an opportunity to give our loved ones something they’d treasure. With the pressure to be as over-the-top as possible, it […]
When working virtually, two things matter most: the team’s mental health and creating asense of community. These are critical components on their own, and have an addedbenefit of ensuring productivity. If you’re a team leader, or an entrepreneur, or are even looking to take initiative and make adifference to the environment you’re working in, consider […]
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 […]
In the last year, there has been a huge upsurge in adults seeking hobbies that promote mindfulness or joy. The time saved from not traveling coupled with the potential end of the world has led us to realise that we deserve to be happy, not just productive (although being happy makes us more productive too!). […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
There are options for music classes everywhere you turn today. How do you know which one is the right one for you? Well, for starters, it would help us to know who you are and what you are looking for. We have come up with some classifications; see which category explains you best. Online music […]
Western violin 101 If you have zeroed in on the violin as your instrument, congratulations on your choice! The violin can produce some of the most melodious sounds you will ever hear. Of course, beginners will generally sound scratchy and squeaky but don’t let that put you off! We’ve all been there and done that! […]