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You will explore the concept of Raga (a melodic framework in Indian classical music) and its connection to seasons, moods, and times of the day. Through listening sessions and discussions, you will experience how Ragas evoke emotions.
By engaging deeply with Ragas, you will develop emotional sensitivity and a refined musical taste, allowing you to appreciate the expressive depth of Indian classical music and its impact on human emotions.
You can integrate a curated selection of Ragas into your daily routine, aligning your listening habits with specific times of the day or moods.
Dhanashree Pandit, a highly accomplished artist, is a leading exponent of the Thumri form of music, with extensive training under renowned musicians such as Pandit Firoz Dastur of the Kirana Gharana, the legendary Thumri artist Shobha Gurtu, and Begum Afroz Bano. Her artistry has taken her on international tours, where she has performed in concerts, conducted lecture demonstrations, and imparted Indian vocal techniques to eminent jazz musicians worldwide. Dhanashree’s repertoire spans Classical Khayal, Thumri, Ghazal, Bhajan, and other semi-classical forms. With a Master’s degree in Music from Bombay University, she has performed at prestigious institutions across India and globally, including tours in the U.S. and New Zealand, as well as a Distinguished Visiting Artist role at the University of Rhode Island. Recognized for her contributions, she received the “Pillars of Hindustani Society” award in 2007-2008 and the “Women Achievers Award” in 2017. Dhanashree has released several acclaimed albums, including “Saawan ki Thumri,” “Mumbai Masala,” “Always Here,” and “Let’s Merge.” She also serves as a visiting lecturer on Thumri at SNDT University, Mumbai, and her TEDx talk on "The Essence of Indian Music" was widely appreciated.
The Natya Shastra, attributed to sage Bharata Muni, is a Sanskrit treatise on the performing arts, dating back to a compilation between 200 BCE and 200 CE, providing comprehensive insights into the field.
Raga, as per Natya Shastra, impacts well-being by facilitating emotional expression, enhancing mood, and stimulating the mind.
Research paper: Effect of Indian Classical Music Therapy on Depression, Anxiety and Stress Levels in Patients with Depression Measured by DASS-21: A Pilot Study
Journal: International Journal of Physiology
Author(s): Sunitha.G., Sharanabasappa Algoodkar, Smitha.P.S.
Abstract: Indian classical music therapy has been found to enhance mood and emotional state and showing improvement in levels of depression, anxiety and stress in humans. Its ability to induce relaxation, enhance mood, promote mindfulness, and improve concentration contributes to its potential therapeutic benefits
Discover the mythological origin of Indian Music with mythological stories in shaping the cultural and spiritual aspects of Raga
Enjoy a quick vocal exercise listening to the Tanpura drone and sing the first note "sa/do" to assess ability to find the correct pitch
Understand how to cultivate empathy by connecting with emotional expressions embedded in Ragas
Engage in an interactive Q&A session ask questions, gain deeper insights, and clarify doubts about the course
Next step, we will send you the zoom link one day before the event.
