How To Learn Flute

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How To Learn Flute

• Himanshu Nanda initiatives

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Featured self-learning Flute courses

• The Mystic Bamboo Academy, based in Pune, is
  dedicated to Bansuri seekers to conduct rigorous
  training from Shri Himanshu Nanda himself, in the
  traditional Gurukul manner. Not only does the
  academy provide the perfect setting for in-depth
  lessons and the setting for intense training
  sessions, but it also facilitates students'
  seamless integration into the global Mystic
  Bamboo family.
• Shri Himanshu Nanda's core initiative "The Mystic
  Bamboo" includes four objectives of self-learning
  courses, live flute lessons online, organizing
  baits, and awarding scholarships to deserving
  students. These initiatives include face-to-face
  lessons for maximum impact as well as online
  lessons for maximum communication.

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1. Core Module Bundle

• Introduction
• All the basic courses you will need to build a
  strong foundation
• Your Mentor Shri Himanshu Nanda

• Courses Included with Purchase
• Beginner Course Level I
• Beginner Course Level II
• Intermediate Course Level I
• Intermediate Course Level II
• Bansuri Techniques

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2. Beginner Course Level - I

• Introduction
• A simple approach to manage early challenges
• What You'll Learn
• A systematic approach to sound production.
• Correct finger positioning.
• Playing the basic seven Swaras (notes).
• Overcoming practical difficulties.
• Understanding breath and its applications.
• Practicing long notes
• Prerequisite
• An open mind.
• Eagerness to learn Bansuri.
• Dedicated time for practice.

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3. Beginner Course Level - II

• Introduction
• This course builds a solid foundation by
  introducing and teaching you the basic Alankars
  (note patterns) which will become a lifelong
  practice for you, to master the instrument and
  the movement of ragas, which is the soul of
  Indian Classical Music.
• What You'll Learn
• Introduction to Saptak (Octaves)
• Essential Alankars
• Introduction to Laya (Single Double speed)
• Characteristics of various Alankaras
• Breathing Techniques
• Prerequisite
• An open mind
• An earnest desire to learn Bansuri
• Well versed with the Beginner Course Level - I
• Able to play seven swaras correctly

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4. Intermediate Course Level - I

• Introduction
• This course is designed to dwell deeper into
  Alankars and introduces the student to the
  concept of Rhythm and Raga, which when fused
  together creates the magic of soulful Indian
  Classical Music. 
• What You'll Learn
• Advanced Alankars.
• Introduction to Rhythm.
• Elements of Raga.
• Introduction and exploring raga Bhoopali.
• Composition, Taans, and Tihayis.
• Prerequisite
• An open mind.
• Ability to invest at least one hour every day for
  self practice.
• Well-versed with different kinds of alankaras.
• A basic understanding of Laya./ligt

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5. Intermediate Course Level II

• Introduction
• This intermediate course is designed carefully to
  ensure that you have a clear understanding of the
  fundamental concepts of Bansuri playing and
  Hindustani Classical Music.
• What You'll Learn
• Introduction to twelve Swaras
• Introduction to Ten Thaats
• Introduction to Khatka
• Advanced Rhythm and applications
• Journey to Raga Yaman and Brindavani Sarang
• Prerequisite
• Ability to practice 1 - 2 hrs every day
• Well-versed with various simple and
  advanced alankaras
• Well-versed with single and double speed
• Should have completed all the previous modules

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6. Bansuri Techniques

• Introduction
• In this course, you will come across an in-depth
  study of most key techniques used in Bansuri
  playing. Intense practice of these techniques
  makes all the difference in bringing out the
  essence of raga presentation.
• What You'll Learn
• Chain Practice
• Tonguing
• Khatka
• Murki
• Gamak
• Meend
• Prerequisite
• Well-versed with various simple and advanced
  alankaras
• Well-versed with Rhythm
• Must have 2-3 years of prior bansuri playing
  experience

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7. Raga Durga

• Introduction
• Raga Durga is regarded as one of the traditional
  Raga which needs to be learned properly. This
  course will help the students to get introduced
  to the systematic learning of Raga Durga. If
  practice properly, students will be able to
  perform the Raga for around 25-30 minutes.
• What You'll Learn
• Raga Alankaras
• Raga Aalap
• Bandish in Teen Taal
• Bandish Aalap
• Taans and Tihayis
• Practical tips
• Prerequisite
• An open mind
• Must have prior experience of playing the Bansuri
• Able to dedicate at least one hr everyday for
  practice

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