Carnatic to Western - Notes Calibration
"The more we learn music,
the better we understand how less we know".
+91-99529-80040
We are a team of dedicated, sincere and talented musicians cum music teachers conducting lessons for carnatic music, western music(both theory and practical), film songs in keyboard or piano through Skype online.
We believe in serving to the larger population both in india and abroad by teaching them a very fine art of Music.
Our students right now are from various countries like Australia, Belgium, Canada, Germany, India, Ireland, Jamaica,Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, UAE, UK and USA.
Our faculty is committed to the development and growth of the students as both artists and as individuals.
If you'd like to get in touch then give us a call on +91-99529-80040 or through our contact page.
We are a team of dedicated, sincere and talented musicians cum music teachers conducting lessons for carnatic music, western music(both theory and practical), film songs in keyboard or piano through Skype online.
We believe in serving to the larger population both in india and abroad by teaching them a very fine art of Music.
Our students right now are from various countries like Australia, Belgium, Canada, Germany, India, Ireland, Jamaica,Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, UAE, UK and USA.
Our faculty is committed to the development and growth of the students both as artists and as individuals.
If you'd like to get in touch then give us a call on +91-99529-80040 or through our contact page
NAGARAJ R - B.S.(BITS, PILANI)
Finished Grade 8 Theory of Music and Grade 5 Piano Solo from Trinity College of Music London.
Worked as part time keyboard teacher(for both carnatic and western ) in Vidya Mandir estancia from 2011 till 2014.
Performed as a rhythm guitarist for various instrumental troupes for almost 4 years ( over 200 plus concerts) from 2007-2011.
Completed the six months certificate course in carnatic music from Madras University.
Tutelage :
Smt.Ganga Ramachandran - Disciple of Prof.S.R.Janakiraman
Mr.Calvin Young ( USA )
Shri Sada Sudarsanam
Shri Melakaveri K Thiagarajan
Shri Harsha Jade
GURURAAJ R - B.SC., MCP+I
Performed as a music keyboard player for various instrumental troupes for almost 4 years ( over 200 plus concerts) from 2007-2011.
Decade plus music keyboard teaching experience.
Completed the six months certificate course in carnatic music from Madras University.
Tutelage :
Smt.Ganga Ramachandran - Disciple of Prof.S.R.Janakiraman
Shri Melakaveri K Thiagarajan
If you'd like to get in touch then give us a call on +91-99529-80040 or through our contact page.
ONLINE CLASSES
Learning through computer using the internet video chat is called Online learning or
e-learning.
BENEFITS OF GENERAL ONLINE CLASSES
Flexibility, convenience, comfort and effectiveness.
No traveling required at all to attend the classes and you can sit back, relax and learn with the luxury of being at your home.
You can be living anywhere around the world but still can learn by connecting yourself to the world through internet.
The choice of lesson timings is completely yours and can plan the best learning time to fit and accommodate your work and family priorities.
Sure saving on the money, time, stress, effort from the commute.
Almost every type of subject is available to learn online these days. It is good and effective like a teacher visiting your home in real time to teach you the education at a very reasonable cost.
100% one-to-one level interaction between the student and the teachers.
No trade-off in quality and progress of learning.
With today's world becoming a small global village, literally you can access any teacher anywhere in the world just with the click of your mouse.
Because it is usually individual attention sessions, the lessons are unique and customised based on the student's level of understanding and not just on the syllabus.
BENEFITS OF OUR ONLINE MUSIC CLASSES
With our faculty being very versatile and diversified in the field of music, we can teach carnatic and western music both theory and practical using instruments like Keyboard or Piano .
Suitable for both serious academic interests in music and also hobby learners.
Coaching provided upon request by students for Trinity College of Music London grade exams as well.
Excellent results assured and 100% cost and time effective.
We teach students of all age groups.
Flexible class timings.
No prior knowledge or experience of music is required, as we will evaluate the student's ability and interest in music, and tailor the lessons for better understanding of nuances of music and progress in music.
We serve the passionate music enthusiasts who have nurtured the dream to learn music around the globe.
In the past and the present, we have a bunch of students who are happy and satisfied with the progress they have made in their musical journey by learning from us.
If you just have the passion for music then we are here to help you dig deep into the ocean of music by throwing light on the nuances and intricacies of music.
We provide you support for the lessons as appropriate and required from time to time using audio and video recordings.
Every student has a unique and very different level of grasping, we are well equipped and experienced to cater to the individual needs and interests.
The journey of learning music can and will be very interesting and intriguing, we aim to make the experience as wonderful and as smooth as possible.
We provide discounts in the fees structure for a small group / batch of students who reside in the same location.
With co-operation from the students side by regular practice and attendance, together we can achieve rapid and spectacular results.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Personal computer (Desktop or Laptop or ipad or tablet )
Webcam with good pixel quality
Speakers or headphones and a microphone
Broadband internet connection preferably wired (Bandwidth > = 512kbps)
Printer / scanner
Skype id
Music keyboard or piano as per the student's requirement
COMPUTER SKILLS NEEDED
Minimum knowledge and hands on experience to use the computer for very basic and fundamental things like using the printer / scanner to print / scan the pages, using email facility, attaching files, web browsing basics, handling Skype etc.
1. What is the minimum age limit for joining this online class?
Minimum age is 6 and maximum is not a criteria. Learning is a never-ending process and cannot be determined by the old age if health supports.
2. Do we require any textbooks for an online course?
Not required. We will provide / suggest the subject materials based on the course curriculum.
3. Can I as a student cancel or reschedule a lesson?
Yes, with prior information by email or phone or sms.
4 What happens if the teacher has to cancel?
Generally we dont cancel / reschedule much as we are totally committed to this activity
but if and when such a situation arises, there will be prior information from the teacher to the student.
5. How many classes do i need to take in a month?
It is usually advisable to take up 8 hours in a month for better progress and continuity though you can choose to reduce it to 6 or 4 hours based on your budget and availability.
6 How many years should i learn ?
It depends on primary factors like the subject that you choose, attendance, regularity in practice, interest / motivation levels and so on.
But generally, there will be noticeably significant progress in your musical understanding and instrument playing in a couple of years.
7. How long do I require to practice everyday?
There is no upper specification limit on this yet a minimum of 30 to 45 minutes per day of practice is recommended for the basics and as you progress you might
have to increase it a little bit like say 60 minutes per day or more. There is no short cut for hard work and it compliments your in-born talent.
8 What are the usual class timings?
We are flexible. Please discuss with us about your preferred time and we will do our best to work out a mutually convenient schedule.
9. Can I ask for some specific type of lessons?
Yes, after completing the basics like notation fluency and developing a reasonable rhythm and timing sense.
10. Does learning music help in my academics?
Absolutely. It enhances your concentration and memory power
11. Is taking up music grade exams mandatory ?
No. But we usually recommend as it is always nice to have a certification. To add to this point, you get QCF credit points by doing grade exams which will help
you get some exemptions in the requirement criteria when and if you want to go abroad for higher studies.
Many of our students have felt this need and the importance of taking such exams though initially they were not for it.
12. What are the steps to join your online classes?
You can either call us in the phone numbers listed or write us an email with your details and we can get started after an introductory discussion.
" Dear Gururaaj & Nagaraj
Music is to the soul what words are to the mind.
Teachers like you who are as passionate and enthusiastic about music will sure bring the best out of your students by giving consistent feed back and encouragement needed.
It was a joy to be your student . Wishing you all the Best in all your endeavors."
Katyayani Suryadevara
Tucson, AZ, USA
" The Skype classes are extremely clear and taken in a good and convenient way also easily understandable.
The online classes are quick and comfortable.
The main logic is to practice, as it is said practice makes a man perfect, it is the same here.
The theory lessons carried out by the student should be scanned and sent to the teacher for corrections and to see if the taught lesson is understood or not, as per our convenient time.
On skype, if the teacher sends an important message and if the student forgets to note it down or print, the message remains there for further reference.
The main plus point of the online classes is that no matter wherever the student and the teacher is, still the classes can be held.
According to me learning music by online is a better, faster, comfortable and convenient way of learning music. "
Vasudevan Upendran
Riyadh Saudi Arabia
" The big advantage of online classes is that you get the full attention of the teacher and the learning is quick" - this is what i realised after attending classes with Nagaraj R. "
Janakiraman S
Coimbatore India
" Learning music when you are staying away from india is a challenge to find the right method and teacher.
Nagaraj sir has made it very easy on students who would like to take online classes.
The classes are conducted through skype and it is nothing different from sitting next to your teacher.
All you need is to sit beside a computer with your instrument.
The classes are very comprehensive,global material and best fit to the needs of the student.
Tips and best practices given by the teacher helps you through. i strongly recommend NRI students to go for it. "
Uday Prakash D
Nivelles, Belgium
" It was an experience doing the online classes. At first, I was skeptical about online classes and was wondering how it was going to be.
I was wondering it will be difficult to do an online class as with music, specially. The very first class threw away all the inhibitions and worries and made me comfortable.
All those thoughts vanished and it became a cake walk.
Nagaraj, the teacher was at his comfort best and made the student also feel the same and gave a good introduction to the lesson and to the strategy and it was good one.
I wish all those who are to take the lessons good time learning and a good time experiencing music in an enlightened way.
The classes are fun and at the same time informative and effective. Inspite of my travel schedules, I was able to take my classes at my ease and continue!
All the best! :) "
Kavitha Kandaswamy
Bangalore India
" My son Chaitanya has been learning online keyboard with Shri R Gururaaj since the last 2 years.
He has helped him in understanding the various nuances of carnatic music on keyboard in a very structured, understandable and step by step manner.
Shri Gururaaj's enthusiasm for his craft comes through in every session .
Each class is challenging, creative and most importantly fun.
He also makes sure to motivate my son and push him past his perceived limits to get the desired results. "
Mrs Vani Vinayak
Isle of Man, UK
" I had the great opportunity to learn piano through online session when I was in Minneapolis, USA and my teacher made me to feel like as I am sitting next to him.
The classes are very very effective and worth spending the time and effort with my teacher Nagaraj R. "
Robert Lawrence
Chennai India
" I am learning Keyboard last 2 years via skype. Skype piano lessons are just like regular one-to-one lessons, face-to-face with a teacher.
My Teacher Gururaaj sir is very friendly and flexible. He has a very good experience to teach Keyboard.
I really enjoyed the class and learned so quick to play Keyboard "
Pulan Mahesan
Ireland
I appreciate the best satisfying Online Carnatic Music learning experience from Indian Music Online Classes. The online music classes have been a great convenience for the people who are busy like me. I thought it would be tough to devote the time to learn music initially when i started. But it is easy to learn through online with my Music Teacher Gururaaj. He is so flexible .
I am feeling much happy & inner satisfaction these days. I know it has come from the devotion of teacher and my interest towards learning the music .
My best wishes to Gururaaj sir.
Sudhakar babu Naidoo Varikuti
Munich, Germany
Me and my daughter Harini Gopal had started learning online classes through Mr.Gururaaj. The virtual classroom created by Gururaaj sir is so very real and make one feel taking classes face to face. "Eye for detail" ...is what these classes are about and wonderful to be associated.
Mrs.Lalitha Gopal
Chennai.
I have started dreaming about Music World since childhood, never got an opportunity to learn in correct manner. Somehow I googled and found about Indian Music Online Classes and got in touch with Guru and Gopi. They are great passionate teachers I have ever met. Very Profound and clear knowledge of what needs to be taught and what pace should they keep for student.I had a good rapport with both and started learning Keyboard, It was roughly in 2010 and I still amaze looking back the basics, that those days made me what I do today or i better say what I can do today. Really helpful lessons, so clear vision of teaching, in depth knowledge of both Music Masters introduce to my dream world in reality. Today I can play Keyboard with little ease, I was able to read sheet music for certain period, I can play Harmonium and can sing along. The teaching is not bound to to just the lessons they gave you, it's always about finding your self in Music - they helped me a lot. Understand Rhythm, beats and the pitch(shruthi) and make you feel the emotions! Brief is, I learned a lot from my inspiring both teachers, It was really pleasure learning keyboard, understand music within and around us, technically both Classical and Western. Had a great start up and geared up my self.
Thank you Again!
Krunal Patel
Morgantown, West Virginia
USA
I always wanted to learn music instrument but some how it has not happened here in Moscow(Russia).
Some months back i found online music classes then i wrote a mail to the concern mail id. Immediately i got response..I was thrilled, but still had doubt "online class kaisa rahega". I requested for demo class and it was so comfortable. I found so interesting and one to one between teacher and student.Total focus on one student which does not happen in regular class so much.
Gururaaj and Nagaraj Sir are so friendly and they know the art of Online Teaching Methodology very well. I never felt Language and Geographical Barrier.
I wish them good luck and teach many many more students in the world as music is one language which anyone can understand.
Where words fail, music speaks.
Vanita Anandakumar
Moscow(Russia)
Dear Gopi Sir and Gururaj-Ji,
Due to my busy schedule and hectic work-load, I took some time off from the Keyboard classes (am planning to take in near future), so it has been a while since I saw or spoke with you. But now suddenly it occurred to me that, although I am not in direct contact,I could help or express my gratitude towards your classes by writing a small testimony.
so, here I go :
Being very much fond of music, I always dreamed about playing one of the instruments, but never got a chance to go to music class. Online classes helped me to overcomes those geographical limitations. To be honest, as far as the classes were concerned, I was a little-bit doubtful about learning music over a computer screen. How does a teacher knows whether am I playing right or wrong? How can I understand what teacher explains on a screen? How can I cope up with the new notations?. Well, all these questions just melted away, when I took the first class.
I loved the teaching method of Nagaraj Sir. He was were very kind and patient during the class and always being supportive is one of his qualities that I liked the most. He is just perfect !! He make a really good healthy environment for learning and then adjust his teaching speed according to the need of student. Both theory and practice goes in parallel, which I think is best way to taste a candy!. As far as Skype is concerned: Speed is pretty good and importantly the lesson &/or notes remains in the chat history if the student want to recollect what has been taught in the class. On a special note, I felt the same as quoted by the Composer Baha: "The art of music is divine and effective. It is the food of the soul and spirit. Through the power and charm of music the spirit of man is uplifted".
I think, this mail is getting much longer than I initially suspected, so i am not gonna boar you guys anymore.
So, thats all I need to say at the moment !!
With Gratitude
Chinar Pathak (Ph.D Structural Biology)
Seoul National University, South Korea
R. Gururaaj
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