Online Harmonium Course

Course Program Week 1: Fundamentals of the Harmonium and Finger Technique – Reintroduction to the instrument: parts of the harmonium, proper posture, and basic fingering techniques. – Daily exercises to strengthen and improve finger agility. – Practice of major and minor scales to familiarize with finger positioning. Week 2: Scales and Chords – Deepening understanding of major and minor scales: patterns, variations, and exercises to master them. – Study of basic chords and harmonic progressions. – Application of learned scales in chord practice. Week 3: Indian Classical Music – Fundamental Concepts – Introduction to Indian classical music: ragas, taals (rhythms), and their relevance in harmonium playing. – Exploration of common ragas and their relationship to Western scales. – Improvisation exercises and adaptation of ragas on the harmonium. Week 4: Practical Application – Kirtan and Indian Music – Use of the harmonium in Kirtan: understanding the role of the harmonium in devotional music. – Study of classic Indian compositions and their adaptation to the harmonium. – Interpretation of traditional and contemporary Indian musical pieces. – Explanation of what a Lehara/Bandish is. General Review ✨Additionally… 🔥Each week, we will dedicate time to learning how to play a Kirtan or Bhajan to put into practice what we've learned. 👍🏻 🔥Bonus – A video tutorial with over 20 Kirtan songs, including video links for reference. 🔥The sessions will be recorded and available for 6 months.