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A COMPREHENSIVE BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO MASTERING THE SITAR

Beginner Online Sitar Course

This online course is designed for absolute beginners, offering a rich, step-by-step approach to learning the sitar. For just $49, you’ll dive deep into 10 detailed modules that cover everything from basic techniques to more advanced concepts of Indian music theory, all taught through video demonstrations, worksheets, and practice sessions. And, with a free preview available, you can sample the content before committing!

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

Throughout the course, you’ll build a solid foundation in sitar playing. Here’s a glimpse of what to expect:

Module 1: About the Sitar
Module 2: Intro to Hindustani Music
Module 3: Right-Hand Patterns
Module 4: Raag Kirwani & Rupak Taal
Module 5: A New Tune
Module 6: Note Bending
Module 7: Learn a Beautiful Composition
Module 8: Bandish (Composition) Continued
Module 9: Improvisation
Module 10: Wrapping Up

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

Perfect for Beginners
Designed specifically for those just starting out, this course takes you from the basics and builds up your skills gradually. Even if you have no prior experience with stringed instruments, the modules are accessible and easy to follow.

Comprehensive Curriculum
With 34 lessons covering everything from basic techniques to advanced concepts like Indian music notation, theme and variation, string bending, and improvisation, this course provides a well-rounded education in sitar playing.

Interactive Learning
The course includes video demonstrations, step-by-step illustrations, play-along opportunities, and worksheets, making it a highly interactive experience that supports different learning styles.

Learn at Your Own Pace
With asynchronous lessons, you can learn at a pace that works for you. Whether you have just a few minutes a day or more time to dedicate to your practice, this flexible format ensures you can keep progressing on your sitar journey.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

  • Video Demonstrations to watch and follow along with
  • Step-by-Step Illustrations to help with technique and learning
  • Play-Along Opportunities to apply your skills in real time
  • Indian Music Notation to get familiar with traditional musical writing
  • Worksheets to reinforce your learning and track your progress

START YOUR SITAR JOURNEY TODAY!

Ready to begin your musical adventure? For just $49, you can access this fantastic course and start mastering the sitar from scratch. Whether you’re a music lover, a budding musician, or just curious about this unique instrument, Learn Sitar from Scratch provides everything you need to succeed.

To rent our purchase a sitar for use in this course, please contact Mohamed.

Unlock the magic of the sitar and explore the rich world of Indian classical music—enroll now and start playing your first pieces today!

REGISTER FOR PRIVATE LESSONS

Learn to Play Sitar or Tabla (In-Person or Online)

Lessons are scheduled at your convenience and can take place online from the comfort of your home, at Mohamed’s Burnaby music studio, or in downtown Vancouver at the VSO School of Music. Open to anyone from complete beginner to advanced musician. All ages welcome. No musical experience required. Contact Mohamed to learn more.

“Through Mohamed’s calm and clear way of teaching, I gained the confidence in believing that I can learn to play indian music properly, as complicated as it first seems. Mohamed showed me how beautiful it can be to play Hindustani music, that there lies a whole new musical world for me, a western classical violinist, to discover.” — Brigitte Mallon

“Mohamed was the perfect teacher: clear, sympathetic, patient, yet intense and focused in musical terms.” — Richard Wrigley, Sitar Student

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