Online Carnatic Violin Classes
Course Details
About the Course
Musicians, especially beginners who are interested in learning the Carnatic Violin, can participate in the live musical classes at BMusician. As a future Violinist, you need to develop a few basic skills and techniques, like sound musical knowledge, rhythm, sharper listening skills, and the ability to reproduce the same on the instrument. Therefore, as part of our online Carnatic Violin lessons for beginners, we train students in Carnatic Vocals so they can understand and produce the rhythms on the instrument. Additionally, your sitting position to hold the Violin will be monitored and perfected. All instrument fundamentals are imparted through live classes and 1-on-1 lessons. For example, bowing techniques or the contact points on the strings for producing a pleasant sound, and so on. Your progress will be assessed and certified before you move on to the next level of learning.
Some of the best Violinists in the industry conduct our online Carnatic Violin classes. Our faculty members are renowned for their achievements in their respective fields. Under their guidance, you will gradually develop a solid musical foundation, learn Carnatic Violin online to respect the importance of technique, and, most importantly, fall in love with the Carnatic Violin.
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- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Professional
Overview
In this course, students will be exposed to the fundamentals of Carnatic music and Violin bowing/fingering techniques. The course consists of 5 modules that focus on teaching students the fundamentals of Carnatic Violin lessons online, up to the Geetham and Swarajathis level. Upon completing this course, students will be prepared to play straightforward Carnatic songs (Krithis) on the Violin, thereby making them eligible for the Intermediate level, where they will learn Varnams and Krithis.
Prerequisites
Students who are new to any form of music, New to Carnatic music, New to Violin, or People who have learnt other forms of Violin.
Syllabus
- Introduction to Carnatic music and Music theoryDifficulty: EasyDuration: 1 hour
A brief introduction to Carnatic music, Indian Carnatic Raaga and Thala system.
- VarisaigalDifficulty: EasyDuration: 10 hours
Lessons that teach the fundamental ascending and descending melody sequences. This module also includes Aakaram training.
- AlankaramDifficulty: MediumDuration: 8 hours
Alakarams are lessons composed in a variety of thalams that focuses on improving the rhythm aspects of the student. It involves singing/playing the notes in different speeds.
- Geetham and SwarajathiDifficulty: MediumDuration: 10 hours
These simple lessons give the students a great exercise on combining the melody, notes and the thala.
- Simple KrithisDifficulty: HardDuration: 10 hours
Basic carnatic songs with a focus on improving the melody aspects of singing/playing.
Overview
This course focuses on improving the Violin bowing /fingering techniques, as well as the Carnatic music depth, of the students. This is achieved by training students to play Aadhi Thala and Ata Thala varnams at different speeds, as well as intermediate-level Krithis on the Violin. Upon completing this course, students will be able to handle the instrument with greater confidence. They will be ready to play intermediate-level songs on the Violin through online Carnatic Violin classes.
Prerequisites
Students who have learnt Carnatic Violin up to Geetham level and above.
Syllabus
- Intermediate Level TheoryDifficulty: MediumDuration: 1 hour
An introduction to important concepts that are mandatory to understand before going into intermediate lessons.
- Aadhi Thala VarnamsDifficulty: HardDuration: 30 hours
A minimum of 8 Aadhi thala varnams. This module also includes Voice/Fingering training in different raagams.
- Ata Thala VarnamsDifficulty: HardDuration: 15 hours
Any one Ata Thala varnam.
- Intermediate Level KrithisDifficulty: HardDuration: 25 hours
A minimum of 5 intermediate level krithis composed by Trinities.
Overview
This course offers in-depth online training in Carnatic Violin lessons, including playing complex varnams at various speeds, advanced-level krithis (such as the Pancharathna Krithi), and techniques to achieve dexterity on the Violin. This course also focuses on Kalpana swara training and Raaga Aalapana training. Upon completing this course, students will be able to handle the instrument with great ease and play complex Carnatic music krithis incorporating simple kalpana swaras, neraval, and raga aalapanas.
Prerequisites
Students who have learnt online Carnatic Violin classes up to the varnam level and above.
Syllabus
- Advanced level TheoryDifficulty: MediumDuration: 2 hours
An introduction to important concepts that are mandatory to understand before going into advanced lessons.
- Advanced VarnamsDifficulty: HardDuration: 50 hours
A minimum of 10 aadhi thala and 5 ata thala varnams in at least 2 speeds with Thisram. This module also includes Voice/Fingering training in different raagams.
- Advanced KrithisDifficulty: HardDuration: 50 hours
A minimum of 10 vilamba kaala (Slow Speed) and Dhuritha Kaala (Fast Speed) advanced krithis.
- Pancharathna KrithisDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 50 hours
Any two Pancharathna krithis.
- Basic Raaga Aalapana and Swara Kalpana trainingDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 40 hours
Lessons to train the students in simple Raaga Alapana and Kalpana Swara techniques.
Overview
This course focuses on transforming a student into a complete Carnatic musician by training the student in various aspects of manodharma. This course offers rigorous training in the nuances of Carnatic music, including elaborate raga alapanas, swara kalpana, and neraval training. This course also provides concert training and Raagam Thanam Pallavi training. Upon completing this course, the student will be a proficient Carnatic Violinist, well-equipped to perform in full-time music concerts and achieve their musical ambitions.
Syllabus
- Super Advanced theoryDifficulty: MediumDuration: 2 hours
An introduction to important concepts that are mandatory to understand before going into super advanced level lessons.
- Raaga Aalapana and Swara Kalpana TrainingDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 30 hours
Lessons to train the students in Raaga Alapana and Kalpana Swara rendition techniques in a variety of Raagams and Thalams.
- Super Advanced Level KrithisDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 30 hours
A minimum of 10 vilamba kaala (Slow Speed) and Dhuritha Kaala (Fast Speed) super advanced level krithis.
- Neraval TrainingDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 30 hours
Lessons to train the students in Neraval rendition techniques in a variety of Raagams and Thalams.
- Raagam Thanam Pallavi trainingDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 50 hours
Lessons to train the students in RTP composition and rendition techniques in a variety of Raagams and Thalams.
- Jaavali, Thillana and Thukkada trainingDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 50 hours
Interesting Jaavalis, Thillanas, and Thukdas composed by legends.
- Concert TrainingDifficulty: ProfessionalDuration: 20 hours
Lessons to polish the different aspects of the rendition and improve the overall concert presentation skills of the students.
Our Gurus for Online Carnatic Violin Classes
Our faculty members are more than just mere trainers. With their abundance of knowledge and experience, they serve as a beacon of light, nurturing young talents in their musical journeys through personalized online Carnatic Violin lessons.
Student Testimonials
Our students' testimonials and feedback reflect the unwavering commitment of the trainers and musical gurus to excellence. Their experience attests to the transformative potential of BMusician's online Carnatic Violin classes and the quality of its education.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No prior music knowledge is required to learn Carnatic Violin online. Our beginner course includes Carnatic vocal training to help you understand rhythms and melodies before applying them to the Violin.
In our Carnatic Violin lessons online, you'll learn Carnatic vocals foundation, Violin bowing and fingering techniques, Varisaigal, Alankarams, Geethams, Swarajathis, Varnams, Krithis, Kalpana swara, and Raaga Aalapana at progressive levels.
Violin, a bow, rosin, a laptop/desktop with a camera and microphone, a stable internet connection, and the BMusician app (available on Android and iOS) for online Carnatic Violin classes.
Our Carnatic Violin lessons online are structured into four levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Professional. Each level features live group sessions, one-on-one classes, assignments, and assessments led by certified instructors.
Yes, students who complete our online Carnatic Violin classes receive certification from top international universities, which adds credibility to their musical qualifications and enhances career opportunities.
