Konnakol Online Classes
Konnakol Lessons
Online Konnakol Course – Introducing Percussion Instruments
Konnakol is a vocal percussion art form originating from South India, particularly in the Carnatic music tradition. The instrument is considered not only a performance art but also serves as a teaching method. Konnakol allows students to learn and memorize rhythmic compositions more effectively. Learn Konnakol online and discover endless possibilities, including creative expression and rhythmic exploration.
Konnakol Classes Online – Self-Paced Learning from Top Percussionists
Our online Konnakol lessons teach students five essential rhythm words, different syllables, accompanied hand movements, and many more. At BMusician, you get introduced to the history of Konnakol and its connection with the mridangam instrument, alongside a better understanding of Carnatic music. Learning art directly from a percussionist with decades of experience has its share of benefits.
Our faculty is handpicked from prominent musical backgrounds. They are professional in nurturing your core knowledge of rhythm and percussion musical instruments. From group discussions to one-on-one sessions, assignments, and assessments, our Konnakol online course is the best fit for gradual, self-paced learning.
Learn from the masters from the convenience of your time and place; sign up for our online classes today!
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Overview
The beginner konokol course is a well-structured course where the students will learn the fundamentals of Indian percussion and the konokol art form that includes basic Carnatic music theory, Indian Percussion theory and complete Aadi Thalam lessons. The courses consists of around 10 modules in which the students will be learning Thisra (3 beats), Chathusra (4 beats) and Kanta (5 beats) in Aadhi thalam, Mohara and Koravai and some interesting korvais in Aadhi thalam. On completion of this course, the students will be able to perform a simple solo (Thani Aavartham) in Aadhi thalam.Prerequisites
Students who are new to Indian percussion music.Syllabus
- Introduction to Indian Percussion, Theory and Fundamentals of the instrumentDifficulty: EasyDuration: 1 hours
Theory lessons on Carnatic music, Indian percussion thala system, types of beats, great musicians and fundamentals of the instrument - Fundamental LessonsDifficulty: EasyDuration: 6 hours
Pre-aadhi thalam lessons and basic fingering/reciting techniques. - Aadhi Thalam - 4 beatsDifficulty: MediumDuration: 15 hours
Aadhi Thalam Chathusra Nadai lessons and Pharan Sorkals. - Aadhi Thalam - 3 beatsDifficulty: MediumDuration: 10 hours
Aadhi Thalam Thisra Nadai lessons - Aadhi Thalam - 5 beatsDifficulty: HardDuration: 10 hours
Aadhi Thalam Kanta Nadai lessons - Music MathematicsDifficulty: MediumDuration: 3 hours
Lessons to understand the simple calculations involved in indian percussion music. - Mohara and KorvaiDifficulty: MediumDuration: 4 hours
An important part of every thalam that involves pharan sorkals and interesting calculations. - Interesting KorvaisDifficulty: HardDuration: 4 hours
Some interesting korvais in Aadhi Thalam involving simple calculations and mathematics.
Overview
In the intermediate konokol course, students will learn complete Rupaka (6 beats) and Misra chapu (7 beats) thalams. This course also focuses on teaching the students the mathematics involved in Indian Percussion. On completion of this course, students will be able to perform brilliant solos in Aadhi, Rupakam and Misra Chaapu thalams.Prerequisites
Students who have completed Aadhi Thalam and above.Syllabus
- Intermediate Level TheoryDifficulty: EasyDuration: 1 hours
An introduction to important concepts that are mandatory to understand before going into advanced thalams. - Rupaka Thalam - 4 beatsDifficulty: MediumDuration: 10 hours
Rupaka Thalam Chathusra Nadai lessons. - Rupaka Thalam - 3 beatsDifficulty: MediumDuration: 6 hours
Rupaka Thalam Thisra Nadai lessons. - Rupaka Thalam - 5 beatsDifficulty: HardDuration: 6 hours
Rupaka Thalam Kanta Nadai lessons. - Aadhi and Rupakam - 7 beatsDifficulty: HardDuration: 4 hours
Misra Nadai lessons in both Aadhi and Rupaka Thalam - Advanced lessons - Aadhi and Rupaka ThalamDifficulty:ProfessionalDuration: 6 hours
Lessons involving complicated sollu kattu variations and calculations. - Basic Accompaniment Training - Aadhi and Rupaka ThalamDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 4 hours
Lessons on how to accompany for simple carnatic Krithis. - Rupaka Thalam - Mohara and KorvaiDifficulty:ProfessionalDuration: 4 hours
An important part of every thalam that involves pharan sorkals and interesting calculations. - Rupaka Thalam - Interesting KorvaisDifficulty:ProfessionalDuration: 6 hours
Some interesting korvais in Aadhi Thalam involving simple calculations and mathematics. - Arudhis and MuthaippuDifficulty:ProfessionalDuration: 4 hours
Basic half, one and two aavarthana arudhis and muthaippus in Aadhi and Rupaka thalams.
Overview
In this advanced konokol course, students will learn complete Kanta chapu (5 beats) and any two of the 35 thalams. This course also focuses on teaching the students the advanced mathematics involved in Indian Percussion, Korvai Composition techniques and advanced solo performance techniques. This course also involves Korappu, advanced Arudhis and Muthaippu training. On completion of this course, students will be able to perform solos in Aadhi, Rupakam, Misra Chaapu thalams, Kanta Chapu thalams and any two of the 35 thalams in both Vilamba (Slow) kaalam and Chowka (Fast) kaalams.Prerequisites
Students who have completely learnt Aadhi, Rupakam and Misra chapu thalams.Syllabus
- Advanced Level TheoryDifficulty: HardDuration: 3 hours
Advanced theory on Carnatic music and 35 Thala System. - Misra chapu - 4 beatsDifficulty: HardDuration: 8 hours
Misra Chapu Chathusra Nadai lessons. - Misra Chapu - 3 beatsDifficulty: HardDuration: 4 hours
Misra Chapu Thisra Nadai lessons. - Misra Chapu - Mohara and KorvaiDifficulty: HardDuration: 4 hours
An important part of every thalam that involves pharan sorkals and interesting calculations. - Interesting KorvaisDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 6 hours
Some interesting korvais in Misra Chapu Thalam involving complex calculations and mathematics. - Kanta Chapu - 4 beatsDifficulty:HardDuration: 8 hours
Kanta Chapu Chathusra Nadai lessons - Kanta Chapu - 3 beatsDifficulty: HardDuration: 4 hours
Kanta Chapu Thisra Nadai lessons. - Kanta Chapu - Mohara KorvaiDifficulty:HardDuration: 4 hours
Mohara and Korvai in Kanta Chapu thalam - Interesting Korvais - Kanta Chapu ThalamDifficulty:ProfessionalDuration: 6 hours
Some interesting korvais in Kanta Chapu thalam involving complex calculations and creativity. - Thani Avarthanam TrainingDifficulty:Duration: 6 hours
Lessons on how to play a solo in any of the 4 basic thalams.
Learn Konnakol - Course Curriculum Overview
Our Konnakol lessons online are curated by seasoned percussionists who understand your level of understanding and comprehension capacity. Take advantage of their unparalleled knowledge of rhythm systems to carve a career in Indian classical music. The course curriculum is detailed and divided into different levels, focusing on the gradual learning curve of each student.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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