Benefits of learning Hindustani Classical Music

1. Knowing your roots is important aspect of any civilisation. India is known to the world for its unique cultural heritage, starting from practicing Yoga to medicine to literature to music, dance, drama our contribution to the world is immense . The way we feel proud when the western world acknowledges our cultural heritage, same way it is the duty of each individual to protect and propagate our cultural roots to the next generation and Hindustani classical music is definitely on of the greatest example of it, Mughal era marks the zenith of Hindustani music . It is a great example to demonstrate, how cultural diversity can beautify something . 2. Hindustani Classical Music strengthens and builds the voice culture. Voice Culture covers voice flexibility while ensuring breath control, uniformity in voice, clarity in voice, articulation, resonance and Vocal range. 3. Hindustani Classical Music teaches precision. Hours of dedicated Riyaz (practice) lends one the ability to render every note, every rhythm in its designated place, not a frequency here or there – thus taking one to the foothills of aesthetics. 4. Hindustani Classical Music teaches dedication and Self Discipline. Indian classical music is a rich musical tradition filled with complexity. Performance of Indian classical music requires many years of study and discipline. In order to master the fundamental techniques, and feel their resonance within oneself, the teacher to student (guru-shishya) relationship is of paramount importance. Becoming immersed in raga theory and practice, a student learns primarily through oral means by listening and learning the tradition passed down from his or her guru. Many years of dedicated training is needed between the guru and his disciple before these building blocks can be fully accomplished