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VOICE, RAGA & DHRUPAD: Introduction to the Art of Indian Classical Singingwith Dhani Gundecha
Date: Saturday, October 17th
Time: 2pm - 5pm
Price: Early Bird 500k (until Oct 15th) / Regular 600k
Venue: Studio Hive
Megatix: https://megatix.co.id/events/voice-raga-dhrupad-introduction-to-the-art-of-indian-classical-singing
WHAT YOU WILL EXPLORE
1. The Voice as an Instrument
Learn practical techniques for:
- Voice projection and resonance
- Breath and vocal support
- Opening and strengthening the voice
- Producing a fuller, clearer and more confident sound
- Developing awareness of the body while singing
- Participants will receive individual attention and specific vocal practices suited to their voices.
2. Discovering Sur — The Foundation of Melody
Explore the concept of Sur (pitch) and develop a deeper awareness of:
- Pitch and tunefulness
- Listening and reproducing notes accurately
- Finding stability in one’s voice
- Developing a stronger relationship with the Tanpura
3. Entering the World of Raga
Discover an afternoon raga through an experiential approach.
Participants will explore:
- The characteristic notes of the raga
- Its melodic movement
- Important phrases and points of repose
- How a raga creates its own musical atmosphere
- How notes relate to one another to create the unique “chemistry” of a raga
Rather than simply learning a scale, participants will experience how a raga becomes a living musical form.
4. Introduction to Improvisation
Learn the foundations of Indian classical improvisation through simple guided exercises.
- Participants will discover how to:
- Create musical phrases spontaneously
- Develop an idea from a single note or phrase
- Listen and respond while singing
- Move beyond memorised melodies
- Develop musical confidence and freedom
5. Learning a Traditional Composition
Learn a Dhrupad composition based on the raga explored during the workshop.
Participants will work with:
- Melody
- Poetry and meaning
- Pronunciation
- Phrasing
- Expression
- The relationship between the composition and the raga
6. Discovering Indian Rhythm — Taal
Enter the world of Indian rhythmic cycles through practical exercises.
Participants will learn:
- The basic concept of Taal
- How rhythmic cycles are structured
- How to recognise and maintain tempo
- Simple rhythmic patterns
- How melody sits within a rhythmic cycle
7. Singing with Pakhawaj
Experience the powerful dialogue between Dhrupad voice and Pakhawaj.
With Dnyaneshwar Deshmukh, participants will experience:
- Keeping a steady rhythmic cycle while singing
- Listening to percussion while maintaining melody
- Singing a composition with live Pakhawaj accompaniment
- Understanding the interaction between vocalist and percussionist
- Experiencing rhythm as something felt physically, rather than simply counted
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
Dhani Gundecha is a senior disciple of the Gundecha Brothers and a promising Dhrupad vocalist. She has performed at esteemed platforms like Saptak Sankalp Saptah (Ahmedabad) and Tansen Samaroh (Gwalior), and frequently collaborates with vocalists, instrumentalists, and artists across theatre and other media.
She has helped many students and enthusiasts overcome vocal challenges and refine their practice of Indian classical music.
She currently serves as Chairperson of Dhrupad Sansthan Nyas, a
premier institute for Dhrupad music in Bhopal.
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Event venue
Jl. Pengosekan, Gianyar, Indonesia 80571, Bali, Shooq, Jalan Raya Pengosekan, Ubud Kel., Ubud, Gianyar, 80571, Indonesia
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