--- title: "Learn Sitar and Zitar with Hardik Verma | Classical and Fusion Lessons" description: "Master the Sitar and electric Zitar with expert guidance from Hardik Verma. From classical Raag training to Bollywood fusion, book online music lessons today." canonical: https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa/sitar-zitar-lessons/featured last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Sitar and Zitar Showcase: Classical Heritage to Modern Fusion Tribe Verified · Performed in the US, Dubai, Singapore. By [Hardik Verma](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa) · Online classes globally; In-person classes in Mumbai and Varanasi · ₹3,000 per month (4 sessions) (estimate) Part of [Sitar & Zitar Lessons](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa/sitar-zitar-lessons). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa/sitar-zitar-lessons/gallery) Experience the depth of traditional Indian classical music blended with the high-energy, modern sound of the electric Zitar. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Here is my take on the beautiful Zitar solo from the song 'Dil ka kya'. This is a great example of how the electric zitar can bring a modern, soulful voice to popular Bollywood melodies.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7783798e-6cf4-48af-913a-0f3754095fde) - [Video: A short improvisation in Raag Malkauns on the acoustic sitar. This is one of the foundational Raags we explore in my classical lessons, focusing on its deep and meditative character.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f9050bde-0c9b-41a2-8e58-8958e3a42772) - [Video: A fun, unplugged jam session outdoors with a fellow musician on guitar, playing our version of 'Bolna'. Learning to collaborate and blend the sitar's sound with other instruments is a key part of my fusion lessons.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4c2235b1-05b9-4d7e-a99b-b6c0745910d4) - ![After a great jamming session with the very talented Ayushmann Khurrana. It's always a pleasure to connect and create music with other artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9ddee9ef-c054-4b5f-9e88-1a1266b3d3e1) - ![Here I am, lost in the music during a live performance in Ahmedabad with my electric zitar. Capturing the energy of a live show is an experience like no other.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3fae7829-fbc5-4a54-aea9-5743e406a145) - [Video: A close up look at playing the beautiful song 'Laal Ishq' on the sitar. In my lessons, I break down how to play popular and intricate Bollywood songs like this one, note for note.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dca66023-fa14-4270-8ee8-e5355c2fc7d8) - [Video: An impromptu classical jam in Raag Bihag with my friends on Santoor and Sarangi. This shows how different traditional Indian instruments can create a rich musical conversation together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fef8c85c-39ef-496e-b792-5a470079d011) ## About Featured When I teach online, I don't rely on standard laptop audio. I use studio-grade condenser microphones during our video calls, ensuring you hear every subtle micro-tone of the Raag or the specific effects of the Zitar with absolute clarity, making our virtual lessons feel like an in-person session. My musical journey is built on two pillars: the deep, meditative foundations of the Banaras Gharana and the expansive, electric possibilities of modern fusion. Whether you are aiming to master the complexities of Raag Malkauns or looking to pick up a popular Bollywood number for a performance, the process is fundamentally the same: technical rigor paired with musical freedom. ### My Approach to Learning * **The Foundation:** My PhD in Music from BHU isn't just a credential. It is a curriculum. We start with the basics of sitar posture, finger movement, and note precision to ensure you have a clean sound before adding complex ornamentation. * **The Transition:** If you are moving from classical to contemporary, I show you how to adapt traditional techniques for the Zitar. We break down signal processing and tone shaping, so you can play fusion music that sounds professional, not just loud. * **Customized Feedback:** Because I limit my batch sizes and offer 1-on-1 sessions, I can catch habits before they solidify. You aren't just learning notes; you are learning how to listen and improvise. ### Why the Zitar? Many students ask why I incorporate the Zitar. The electric sitar allows us to bridge the gap between old-world melodies and modern production. It is a tool for expression. In our sessions, I help you understand when to keep it acoustic for a soulful, raw sound and when to plug in for that rock spirit. We cover everything from traditional Alap and Jod to studio recording tips for your own projects. ## About Hardik Verma I grew up in Varanasi with the sitar, but Mumbai taught me to experiment with the Zitar. Whether you want to master a challenging Raag or learn a Bollywood cover, I bring the same rigor to every student, from beginners to experienced players. [See all of Hardik Verma's services](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa) ## More from Sitar & Zitar Lessons by Hardik Verma - [Bollywood & Fusion on Sitar/Zitar](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa/sitar-zitar-lessons/bollywood-fusion-on-sitar-zitar) - [Deep Dive into Classical Raags](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa/sitar-zitar-lessons/deep-dive-into-classical-raags) - [The Art of Collaboration](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa/sitar-zitar-lessons/the-art-of-collaboration) - [In the Studio & On the Stage](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa/sitar-zitar-lessons/in-the-studio-on-the-stage) - [My Roots in Varanasi](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa/sitar-zitar-lessons/my-roots-in-varanasi) ## More services by Hardik Verma - [Live Sitar & Zitar for Events](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa/live-sitar-zitar-for-events) - [Studio Recording & Session Work](https://mytribe.in/hardikvermaa/studio-recording-session-work) ## Similar work from other experts - [Sitar Performances and Indian Classical Music Workshops](https://mytribe.in/dhruv_bedi/music-education-workshops/featured) by Dhruv Bedi · Music Education & Workshops · Online sessions available; Studio in West Patel Nagar, New Delhi; Travels across India for workshops - [Featured Sitar Performances and Soulful Recitals](https://mytribe.in/mehtabaliniazi/indian-classical-devotional-concerts/featured) by Mehtab Ali Niazi · Indian Classical & Devotional Concerts · Available for concerts across Mumbai, Delhi NCR, and pan-India - [Master Tabla: From Classical Theory to Fusion Rhythms](https://mytribe.in/tablaism/tabla-lessons/featured) by Jasmehar Singh · Tabla Lessons · Online classes and in-person lessons across Delhi - [Sitar Music Instruction with A-Grade Artist Chintan Katti](https://mytribe.in/chintankatti/sitar-training/featured) by Chintan Katti · Sitar Training · Online classes available; In-person training in Mumbai - [Professional Sitar Studio Recording and Live Performances](https://mytribe.in/the_sitar_dude/studio-session-artist/featured) by Arjun Anand · Studio Session Artist · Remote recordings and studio visits in Bengaluru & India - [Professional Sitar Performances and Training in Delhi](https://mytribe.in/soumitra_thakur/sitar-classes-workshops/featured) by Soumitra Thakur · Sitar Classes & Workshops · Online classes & in-person at studio in Greater Kailash II, Delhi ## Book To book Hardik Verma, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%20Hardik%2C%20I%20saw%20your%20Featured%20collection.%20I%20am%20interested%20in%20learning%20Sitar%2FZitar%20and%20would%20like%20to%20discuss%20a%20trial%20session.)