Sitar
Overview
The Sitar is celebrated worldwide for its enchanting resonance, sympathetic strings (Tarab), and expressive bending capability (Meend). Our Sitar course teaches students proper seated posture, Mizrab (wire plectrum) technique, Da and Dir stroke patterns, fret sliding, Meend pull techniques, and traditional Hindustani bandishes in classical Ragas.
Levels
Flexible Levels
Affiliation
Bangiya Sangeeth Parishad (affiliated to Rabindrabharati University)
Eligibility
Students aged 8 years and above
Sitar FAQs
Answers to the most common questions about eligibility, structure, and learning path for Sitar.
The Sitar is open to students aged 8 years and above. Beginners can start from the foundational level, and students with prior training can be placed in a suitable batch after faculty assessment.
No prior experience is required to begin Sitar as a regular course. Training starts with basic principles and gradually builds skill, technique, and creative confidence.
Students in the Sitar progress through structured modules that build fundamentals, hands-on technique, and creative artistic expression. The course content is designed to help learners steadily improve with clarity and consistency.
Yes. Students training in Sitar are gradually prepared for classroom demonstrations, recitals, showcases, exhibitions, or festival presentations as they progress through their levels.
You can contact Rudra Academy through the contact page, phone numbers, or admissions email to inquire about Sitar, available batches, eligibility, and the most suitable starting level.
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