---
title: "Sitar Lessons to Learn Authentic Hindustani Classical Music - mytribe"
description: "Start your journey with Sitar Lessons from an expert guru in the Rampur Senia Gharana tradition. Learn Hindustani classical music online or in Gurgaon. Book your first class on Tribe and connect with your soul through music."
canonical: https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak/sitar-lessons
last_updated: 2025-09-23
---

# Sitar Lessons in Gurugram

By [Shubhrodeep Pathak](https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak) · I teach sitar in the Rampur Senia gharana style, covering basics to advanced ragas, with one-on-one or group classes online or in Gurgaon, and I help you get a proper sitar if you need one.

## Locations

Online classes available; In-person at Sector 82 studio or across Delhi NCR

### Visit at

- Studio classes at Kalaa School of Arts, Sector 82, Gurugram (classes near Sector 83, Sapphire 83 Mall, Kherki Daula, Sector 81, Manesar, New Gurgaon)
- In-person classes across Delhi NCR (National Capital Region, National Capital Region)

Also available online.

## Pricing guide (estimates)

These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote.

### Single 1-on-1 Session

A flexible 45-60 minute class for trial purposes, advanced technique correction, or performance prep without a recurring commitment.

Typically ₹800-2,000 per session (estimate)

#### Format & Flexibility
*   **Type:** Strictly 1-on-1 personalized instruction.
*   **Duration:** 45 to 60 minutes depending on topic complexity.
*   **Scheduling:** Ad-hoc booking based on availability, no subscription required.

#### Advanced Focus
*   **Technique:** Correction of nuances like Meend (gliding notes), Gamaks, and complex Taans.
*   **Improvisation:** Detailed breakdown of Alaap, Jor, and Jhaala techniques.
*   **Performance:** Preparation for stage performances and Baithaks.

#### Feedback Scope
*   **Assessment:** Direct feedback on posture, holding the Tumba, and fret alignment.
*   **Theory:** In-depth discussion on Raga philosophy and grammar.

### Monthly Sitar Course

Includes 4 weekly sessions (45 mins each) following the Rampur Senia Gharana tradition, aligned with Prayag Sangeet Samiti exams.

Typically ₹4,000-6,000 per month (estimate)

#### Session Logistics
*   **Frequency:** 4 sessions per calendar month (1 class per week).
*   **Duration:** 45 minutes of active instruction per session.
*   **Format:** Options for small groups (2-4 students) or exclusive 1-on-1 instruction.
*   **Location:** Offline (Sec 82/83, Gurgaon) or Online (Zoom/Video Call).

#### Curriculum & Style
*   **Tradition:** Authentic Rampur Senia Gharana methodology.
*   **Certification:** Syllabus aligns with Prayag Sangeet Samiti for exam-focused students.
*   **Scope:** Covers fundamentals (Swara, Sargam) for beginners up to Ragas and Teentaal for intermediates.

#### Guidance & Setup
*   **Environment:** Traditional Baithak style floor seating.
*   **Purchasing Help:** Expert consultation on buying the correct Sitar to avoid low-quality instruments.
*   **Prerequisite:** Students must procure their own instrument for home practice.

## About Sitar Lessons

### My Approach

Sangeet mere liye ek sadhana hai - not just for fun, it’s how I keep my soul sorted. I couldn’t handle a “normal” job because music keeps pulling me back. I teach sitar the way I learned: Guru-Shishya Parampara. It's not a modern shortcut, but the real deal. I’m from the Rampur Senia gharana, so you’ll get that Dhrupad baaj vibe in every lesson.

### What You’ll Learn

If you’re starting from scratch, I’ll walk you through the basics - swaron ka gyaan, sargam, alankar exercises. Your fingers and ears will get a proper workout. Once you’re steady, we’ll play simple tunes and compositions on the sitar.

If you already know your way around, we’ll dive into raga improvisation techniques. Expect ragas like Yaman, Bhairav, Kafi, and Miyan ki Malhar. We’ll do Alaap, Jor, Jhaala, Gats, Taans. You’ll learn Gayaki style, go deep into bandishes, and get ready for live sangat or solo stage.

### Who Can Join

Anyone with a love for music is welcome. Age doesn’t matter (as long as you’re 10+). No prior training needed. Even trained singers or instrumentalists looking to shift over, come on in.

### Class Formats

I do one-on-one, group, in-person (Gurgaon/NCR), and online sitar classes India. Whatever suits your style.

### Instruments

Don’t worry about not having a sitar. I’ll help you get a good one, not those cheap, hard-to-play types.

Galti maaf for any mistakes – I’m still learning too.

## Highlights

Browse through Shubhrodeep Pathak's best work.

### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak/sitar-lessons/featured)

- [Video: This was my first attempt at performing a Dhamaar on stage, a composition in Raag Bihag. It was only with the constant encouragement of my Guru, Vidushi Sahana Banerjee Didi, that I found the courage. This performance is a tribute to the Dhrupad baaj of our Rampur Senia Gharana.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4255c420-c0fe-4eaf-a879-7fa7ee051042)
- ![The journey of learning the sitar is a beautiful one, built on the timeless tradition of Guru-Shishya Parampara. Here you can see the beginning of a melodious journey with a new student, focusing on the fundamentals and nurturing a deep connection with the instrument from the very first day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/942356da-9a48-459d-a6e3-66416fcae944)
- [Video: A glimpse into my daily riyaz, or practice, in Raag Bilaskhani Todi with my friend on the tabla. For me, sadhana is not just about perfection but about the continuous effort. This is a humble attempt to bring more musicality into the practice of Gamak, a core technique in Hindustani classical music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/13aac543-5087-4c7b-a5d6-32e3173a155b)
- [Video: I am happy to share that I teach sitar at the Kalaa School of Arts in New Gurgaon, offering both in-person and online classes. If you are interested in learning this beautiful instrument, I would be honored to share the knowledge I have received from my Gurus with you.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/90b9d376-002d-441b-924a-535cb32d0b6e)
- [Video: During a Sitar Utsav, I focused on presenting the Dhrupad baaj of our Gharana, a style known for its depth and meditative quality. This is a clip of the Kharaj Jor in Raag Bihag, an introspective section that sets the mood before the main composition begins.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50ee7d9e-9ee0-44ab-b3f4-f2a2ccfadbd1)
- ![There is a special energy when students come together to learn. This was a wonderful evening during a Bijoya special group class in Gurgaon. We learn not just from the Guru, but from each other, creating a small community of music lovers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/877010e6-bbf9-4662-964f-579a3e1420eb)
- [Video: A moment from a professional recording session for a Kathak project. It was my first time recording Raag Darbari, a majestic and profound raga. The studio environment allows for a different kind of focus, capturing the pure sound of the sitar's alaap.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/662fc3be-75de-401d-9c0e-1ded0fb4673b)

### [My Teaching: The Guru-Shishya Parampara](https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak/sitar-lessons/my-teaching-the-guru-shishya-parampara)

- ![Music knows no age. I am proud of my student Yogesh, a trained classical singer who, despite a busy schedule, shows immense dedication to his sitar lessons. His commitment is a true inspiration and a wonderful example for the next generation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8bcbad84-231c-4993-8343-4d625377d3c0)
- ![An overhead view of our group sitar class. It's a joy to see students of different ages and backgrounds sitting together, united by their love for music. These sessions are about learning, sharing, and growing together.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b4c5fb09-ffdb-4711-922c-c306259b4d4f)
- ![Another angle from our special Bijoya gathering. The informal setting of a home allows for a relaxed and comfortable learning environment, which is very important in the Guru-Shishya tradition.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a9f419f3-6a30-4cdd-a99e-427136b47365)
- ![A special performance for a very special and young audience after our class. It is important to share the joy of music with everyone, especially children, to plant the seeds of appreciation for our classical arts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ecc5b9d9-ff27-4dd7-8800-fc1c2b07c361)
- ![The families of my students are an integral part of our musical community. Their support and encouragement create a positive atmosphere that helps the students flourish. Here, a proud parent captures a moment from our session.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f06a27c4-28e2-43b1-a5bb-a798ff67b26a)
- [Video: A proud moment for any Guru is seeing their students perform on stage. Here are two of my dedicated students, Avaneesh and Hridhaan, during their mesmerizing performance. It is a blessing to guide them on their path.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0480911f-370e-4a98-9bfb-4d0157e6cf39)
- [Video: For Independence Day, my students and I came together to play our national song, Vande Mataram. While we may not have achieved perfect coordination, the spirit and patriotic energy were absolutely right. Jai Hind.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c73a98c9-a03f-42ed-bfde-ee9a3c9b0fa2)
- [Video: Sadhana is the extra effort you put in to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. Here is my young student Hridhaan practicing an Alankar, a fundamental pattern exercise. This dedication is the foundation of a lifelong musical journey.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78693d26-dd21-4f2f-aaa9-97a1b724f675)
- [Video: A vital part of classical vocal training is learning the dynamics of sangat, or accompaniment. Here, I am conducting a preliminary practice session with vocal students, introducing them to the sitar to help them explore new musical possibilities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/da6d3681-e935-487f-a66e-ae06907ce9a3)
- ![Let music do the rest. I offer sitar classes for all age groups starting from 10 years onwards. It is a beautiful journey that brings immense positivity and peace into one's life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2b75122f-16f4-479d-9ac5-8e83f935a07a)
- ![To new beginnings. Every student's first lesson is a special moment. This collage captures the initial steps of a young student learning how to hold the sitar and understand its basic parts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/85774dd6-c568-4327-aab7-717530b22eeb)
- [Video: It is my mission to help the younger generation connect with their rich musical inheritance. Through the Guru-Shishya tradition, we pass down not just techniques, but the soul of our classical music.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3c9d0e5a-5229-48b5-b3d0-a619fe8f3a4e)
- [Video: What better way to celebrate Christmas than with music? Here, I am teaching a young student how to play 'Jingle Bells' on the sitar. Once you have the swaron ka gyaan, the basic knowledge of notes, you can play any song.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/08a5fa8b-6616-4b02-a5aa-55be829c28e0)
- [Video: A Gandhi Jayanti well spent in the company of music and my student. The practice of music is a practice of peace and discipline, values that resonate deeply on such a day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/87df1029-4e93-486f-8bd7-585f8adf2e2e)
- [Video: There is no substitute for one-on-one lessons. Here I am in a taalim session, receiving guidance on Raag Jog from my Guru, Vidushi Sahana Banerjee. To be a good teacher, one must forever remain a dedicated student.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8f47648c-21c6-49f7-b344-180102753889)
- ![There is no greater joy than sharing knowledge. Here is the beginning of a new journey with a student on a cold winter day, filled with the warmth of music. I look forward to learning a lot from teaching.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/37de8b92-1687-43b8-95dc-bffe1f20bff8)
- ![In the Guru-Shishya tradition, communication is key. I explain the nuances of a phrase, ensuring the student understands the feeling behind the notes, not just the technical execution.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b75973ff-7d70-41f1-85ae-9d865583f71f)
- ![Correct posture and hand position are the first and most important lessons. I guide a new student on how to hold the sitar comfortably and correctly to build a strong foundation for their playing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2e755be8-5fba-41c9-b93c-e17835e7a7f1)

### [On Stage: Live Performances](https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak/sitar-lessons/on-stage-live-performances)

- [Video: A concert alert for a duet I played with Shri Pravar Tandon on the bansuri for the Chai Chaupal event in Gurugram. We were accompanied by Shri Anoop Banerjee on the tabla.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/eac32d2f-c90d-4b87-baa8-bc205bfbb997)
- [Video: This was my first attempt at performing a Dhamaar on stage, a composition in Raag Bihag. It was only with the constant encouragement of my Guru, Vidushi Sahana Banerjee Didi, that I found the courage. This performance is a tribute to the Dhrupad baaj of our Rampur Senia Gharana.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4255c420-c0fe-4eaf-a879-7fa7ee051042)
- [Video: During a Sitar Utsav, I focused on presenting the Dhrupad baaj of our Gharana, a style known for its depth and meditative quality. This is a clip of the Kharaj Jor in Raag Bihag, an introspective section that sets the mood before the main composition begins.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/50ee7d9e-9ee0-44ab-b3f4-f2a2ccfadbd1)
- [Video: A moment from a professional recording session for a Kathak project. It was my first time recording Raag Darbari, a majestic and profound raga. The studio environment allows for a different kind of focus, capturing the pure sound of the sitar's alaap.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/662fc3be-75de-401d-9c0e-1ded0fb4673b)
- ![It gave me immense pleasure to play my first concert of the year at the prestigious India International Centre in New Delhi. I was fortunate to be accompanied by the tabla exponent Ustad Rafiuddin Sabri ji.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7a69d53-d8e8-40b4-882c-84643fa85612)
- [Video: My sincere gratitude to the Jamshedpur Music Circle for making me a part of the Pandit Debesh Moitra Sitar Utsav. It was a wonderful opportunity to pay my respects to this eminent sitar artist in my hometown.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2c32911a-c9fc-4616-929d-d1d9389509b5)
- [Video: An invitation to the Pandit Debesh Moitra Sitar Utsav in my hometown, Jamshedpur. It was an honor to be a part of an event celebrating an eminent sitar player who was a disciple of Pandit Ravi Shankar ji.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/76c36f81-ac53-4f05-b9d6-b924ef7c68d6)
- [Video: A snippet from my recital at the Parampara Yuva Mahotsav in Pune. This event was a wonderful project celebrating the next generation of artists, and I am thankful to my Guru for the invitation to be a part of it.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/18fb9a5b-573f-4cc5-b9f7-f8b2260b24d5)
- [Video: I was asked to play contemplative music revolving around the sense of loss and grief for a unique initiative called "49to51". This is a clip of the Jhaala in Raag Multani, where I tried to play music that is not for entertainment, but for healing.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dbcd4949-6e16-4d31-bb48-80c14a735046)
- [Video: An invitation to my performance in Pune for the Parampara Yuva Mahotsav. This concert was a celebration of the Guru-Shishya Parampara and featured many talented young artists.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b2bcdb07-620e-4724-ae08-4cbb723ac5ae)
- [Video: My first concert in Delhi for the Asawari Baithak. It was such a wonderful and appreciative audience that I was inspired to play a half-hour Alaap, Jor, and Jhaala in Raag Bihag.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5bfa8bd5-4c5a-4d2f-b429-432c04f6068b)
- [Video: A house concert in my hometown of Jamshedpur. It is a special pleasure to play for an audience that feels like family, where you can focus completely on making good music for good people.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f9676529-0ffa-4ac1-827a-7ab1b8e7586c)
- [Video: A memory from a concert in Aachen, Germany. Sharing Indian classical music with audiences across the world is always a deeply rewarding experience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f7bab2b1-d4e2-4e10-b2db-48d59df1ae7f)

### [Riyaz Sessions: My Daily Sadhana](https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak/sitar-lessons/riyaz-sessions-my-daily-sadhana)

- [Video: I feel it's a shame that as an Indian Classical musician, I know so little about Carnatic music. This is my humble experiment playing a favorite Carnatic composition, 'Maha Ganapathim', on the sitar after learning from an online tutorial.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74799971-af7c-4110-b73c-efcda4ac38c2)
- [Video: This vilambit gat, a slow composition in Raag Malhar, embodies the essence of a rainy season afternoon for me. I can play this laidback tune endlessly without any improvisation and never get bored.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/03b510fa-4a87-4d0b-91a7-e571133132eb)
- [Video: I wanted to play something for the turmoil we were going through, and this gat in Raag Kaunsi Kanhra seemed appropriate. It has elements of Veer rasa (heroism) but also the melancholy of loss. It is a difficult raga, but here is my humble take.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/aec9f9ed-98a8-4d31-88d1-b1a6e2f6c758)
- [Video: My Gurus say Raag Tilak Kamod is not for Taankari, or fast melodic runs, but a little show-off doesn't hurt, does it? The challenge is to maintain the raga's sweet form while not compromising on the boldness of strokes. It's a long road.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c169567d-aba5-4e92-b891-25c41c689ba5)
- [Video: The only yellow thing I had to wear for this Basant Panchami recording was this sweatshirt. Here is a small piece in Raag Basant to mark the occasion of Saraswati Puja.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fef94069-2644-4d3b-9dce-5116564bf113)
- [Video: Good morning. I found this old recording of Jor in Raag Ahir Bhairav, a beautiful morning raga. This was recorded a while ago when I was staying in Bhiwadi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9976da2b-88f6-4449-bfb5-3dd3e66bb722)
- [Video: I am trying the taan patterns of my Guru, Vidushi Sahana Banerjee Didi, in Raag Miyan ki Todi. These are fast melodic passages that require a lot of practice and precision.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/31708153-1ec6-48e5-b325-71841e3a903c)
- [Video: Sharing music will not be the same again. This was recorded in Sankt Augustin, Germany, during a time of great loss in the music world. When a great banyan tree falls, even small blades of grass like me feel the emptiness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/475e890e-ee80-4125-a01c-0325edd14e72)
- [Video: An apparently easy raga, Nat Bhairav, presents a challenge in balancing both the Nat and Bhairav aspects. I feel my interpretation has a Bhairav bias, so I need to delve more into Nat to bring out its true essence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1f91b010-e886-4352-b3ea-e7a234665cfa)
- [Video: As we approach the birthday of my Guruji, the Late Prof. Santosh Banerjee, here is my humble attempt to play Raag Abhogi, one of his favorite ragas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/be6d6bea-ef0d-4ba2-8c82-6fc41eaf2aeb)
- [Video: After a night of loud sounds, your ears might like something soothing like this. A short alaap in the morning raga, Komal Rishabh Asavari.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1c6b6a6c-a5cf-48b9-97ef-2b751b93bcff)
- [Video: I am trying a traditional bandish, or composition, in the Gayaki style, which means playing the sitar as if it were singing. This is in Raag Puriya Dhanashree. Galti Maaf for any mistakes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ce38e6e4-66a1-4253-9b2f-b1f76433dab9)
- [Video: Here I am trying my Guru, Vidushi Sahana Banerjee Didi's, baaj (playing style) and her own style of taan in Raag Gurjari Todi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ac20f37-5e74-411b-a0d7-9baab0fe29fd)
- [Video: Please excuse me for this attempt. This is not my Gharana's baaj, and attempting a composition of the great Pandit Ravi Shankar ji in his own style is an audacity. But I had to get this haunting Alhaiya Bilawal piece out of my system.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cc087294-0217-47f9-a132-ba02e86a2882)
- [Video: Because I love Kharaj, the lower octave, and because my Guru Didi loves Kharaj. Here is a Kharaj Vistar, or low-octave exploration, in Raag Multani.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e433483e-3992-46d4-a9b1-6a8c134cb0d1)
- [Video: Another rainy day, another rainy raga. This is a drut, or fast-paced, composition in Raag Gaud Malhar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/61a91d27-fccd-4e50-a5e0-91c1b2daf1be)
- [Video: Riyaz in Miyan ki Malhar feels incomplete without exploring the Kharaj. The raga has a natural tendency to go to the lower octaves. This is just a small presentation, as 90 seconds is too short to feel its depth.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4733fb67-e11f-4472-87ab-b92d1307634a)
- [Video: Sapaat, or straight-scale patterns, in Miyan ki Malhar is a difficult terrain. Here, I am trying other permutations and combinations to navigate this beautiful monsoon raga.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ece54917-3081-4b1e-bb90-e9c34f02a536)
- [Video: A childhood memory of a cassette by Ustad Amjad Ali Khan saheb triggered me to play this gat in Vrindavani Sarang. It's a challenging composition that starts on the 8th beat of the cycle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/44ca5c7b-29e5-4cfc-9d7c-f6e6be13de2d)
- [Video: Practicing sapaat taans down to the Kharaj can be a lot of fun, and a lot of sweat with the fan turned off. I especially like the howl of the Kharaj at the end of a speedy run, but it's difficult to pull off cleanly.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1031e94-e77b-4015-972d-21232eb2d120)
- [Video: Galti Maaf. I am still trying to figure my way out through the dense labyrinth called Raag Shree. This is an attempt at a Lari Taan, a type of fast, flowing melodic passage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9980159e-0d11-40ff-b2c9-793cc0c4042f)
- [Video: The weather department predicted thunderstorms, and for a Hindustani classical musician, that means it's time for Miyan ki Malhar. Here is an Anāghat, or off-beat composition, in Jhaptaal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1296ced7-efde-4f7a-bb02-48c2cac6cea1)
- [Video: My first Guru, Late Shri Arup Banerjee, used to say he would teach me gats in Raag Kafi with the 'Sam' or first beat on all nine swaras. I was able to learn only four. Here is one of them, set to Deepchandi taal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bda7165e-24bf-49fa-96f3-24c1eb3f702c)
- [Video: Indian classical music is a mystery, a never-ending adventure unfolding at every turn. This rendition of the morning raga, Ahir Bhairav, is just one exploration of its many possibilities.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/be7e6250-9677-4f7e-8e49-b2fffbd7e33d)
- [Video: Some more exploration of Raag Khammaj. This raga has a light, romantic feel and offers a lot of scope for improvisation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12a8c994-acbb-44a8-9ddb-5541f98d0acf)
- [Video: The perfect Kharaj tone is a moving target. Here I am trying to find that deep, resonant sound for the long winter nights.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/18946447-af28-4edb-9987-33b732e71daf)
- [Video: A simple morning riyaz session in Raag Bhatiyar. The early hours are a special time for practice, when the mind is fresh and the world is quiet.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3226d98f-e7a4-4b37-bf62-5f0931092af9)
- [Video: My first Guru, Late Shri Arup Banerjee, was a composer par excellence who set many Shyama-Sangeet to tune. This is my humble attempt at one of my favorites, a devotional song from Bengal.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bb7c9297-9011-45ff-a28c-657eeacdcfee)
- [Video: In the old days, great importance was given to learning numerous Gats, or compositions. It was believed that the essence of a raga is hidden in them, like clues in a treasure hunt. Here are 5 Gats in Raag Khamaj in one minute.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2652eb98-7d2a-4136-92df-e0533cf1e8ab)
- [Video: I should have gone all the way down to the Kharaj. A moment of self-reflection during my riyaz in Raag Yaman. There is always room for improvement.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/037f71a5-4710-48c1-9976-1285ccb5da6e)
- [Video: Sapaat riyaz, or practicing straight scales, is essential for building speed and clarity. Here, I am practicing descending scales to reach the Mandra Sa, the tonic note in the lower octave.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/884a8009-0432-4972-bdf7-dba72fb1c023)
- [Video: Every time a war breaks out, I feel a sense of irrelevance. But I believe that by playing music, I am playing my small part in making the world a more peaceful place. An alaap for Durga Puja.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/adc7a219-0676-4b1e-aa78-035cf4c1b9f1)
- [Video: I have decided to start an exam series, where I will upload renditions based on the Prayag Sangeet Samiti syllabus. This is an alaap in Raag Bhairav, one of the foundational morning ragas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b8ef38d-27a6-462a-8afb-306ad06ebf37)
- [Video: The romance of Malhar. The fear of waterlogged potholes could not dampen my happy spirit, triggered by the first rains. A short piece in Miyan ki Malhar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d9e7fe7-60e0-4474-82f3-0dbac8f5ec28)
- [Video: I tried to play a Shyama Sangeet, a Bengali devotional song in praise of Goddess Kali, that I grew up listening to. This one is set in Mishr Kafi.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9991b49a-7d99-48f4-a805-cf79b721c0c5)
- [Video: A relaxed Madhyalay Jor, or medium-tempo rhythmic section, is all you need to unwind in the June heat. This is in Raag Miyan ki Malhar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d4b045c5-1279-456d-a919-b2f3e53fce00)
- [Video: I unlocked a personal milestone of 20 Instagram likes in a day. I thought I should celebrate with my dedicated fans with this excerpt of a Jhaala in Bilaskhani Todi. Jokes apart, thank you for your support.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/17acd1a5-3973-4cf0-b210-c8e995ac23d4)
- [Video: I am trying a Ri-Rai-Na-Na style Dhrupad lari, or fast alaap, in Raag Bilaskhani Todi. This style uses specific syllables to create a rhythmic and percussive effect on the sitar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4f311b2c-ed21-4fa1-9fef-093418d57fea)
- [Video: Raag Jaijaiwanti haunts me but does not come to me easily. Its seemingly straightforward structure comes with a baggage of aestheticism defined by the great masters. I am trying my best to capture its essence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/330f5a85-2626-41ef-87df-a1e6cc345451)
- [Video: When you love the sound of the Surbahar but only have a Sitar. I wanted to try this Surbahar-style tuning for some time. It gives a deeper, more resonant tone, perfect for playing alaap in ragas like Desh.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d297e60e-369c-4567-8156-0c6e5eeac7b8)
- [Video: My humble attempt at a traditional Rampur Senia Gharana gat in Shuddha Bhairavi. This composition has been passed down through at least four generations of the Guru-Shishya parampara.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6b80f588-31ef-4b27-91ba-ff4a7245a3ac)
- [Video: I am trying an original composition of the great Acharya Baba Alauddin Khansaheb in his favorite raga, Bhairavi. My Guru taught me this Sarod-ang gat, which is excellent for practicing bols and paltas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/143c920c-c56a-4b8e-85a8-588e4c981fe4)
- [Video: My Ram Navami wishes with this superhit number from the film Swadesh, 'Pal Pal Hai Bhaari'. This beautiful composition is by A. R. Rahman.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8d712f9e-3ecc-4b3b-914c-5360bc77b328)
- [Video: Raag Kafi is the all-time favorite for Holi, with countless compositions based on this raga. Here, I am exploring a different flavor of this festive raga.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/04720b90-5232-4275-bac9-a0c50539ef1a)
- [Video: A short excerpt of an Alaap in Raag Gurjari Todi. This was recorded on a not-so-cold German morning at my then home in Sankt Augustin.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dc955ba5-407e-4de7-80a4-136a544b3861)
- [Video: An exploration of Raag Alhaiya Bilawal across four octaves. The sitar's range allows for a vast canvas, from the deep notes of the kharaj to the high notes of the taar saptak.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/240fe57b-1da8-4c50-b079-6a6af303d70b)
- [Video: My first recording after moving back to India from Germany. I am still trying to figure out how I achieved such a clear tone for both the iTablaPro app and my instrument on a simple phone recording.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/718de0b1-ecd0-4831-9a1d-c68138e4d10e)
- [Video: Trying some old and some new combinations in the pre-dawn raga, Raag Lalit. This raga has a very unique and mystical feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2284367d-c636-4f87-ab21-c3825c6f1f1b)
- [Video: More explorations in Raag Lalit. The process of improvisation is about combining learned phrases with spontaneous new ideas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/782557c5-4c74-4027-8fba-b52cb7912356)
- [Video: Continuing my sadhana in Raag Lalit. Each practice session reveals a new facet of the raga.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9f82b22d-4f67-4c3c-a823-9c6937ace7e1)
- [Video: This was my first post on Instagram. I was trying not to be over-critical of my own music, which is a constant challenge for any artist.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52510aaa-fd88-458c-9a93-b5e40ab1b551)

### [Jugalbandi: The Joy of Accompaniment](https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak/sitar-lessons/jugalbandi-the-joy-of-accompaniment)

- [Video: A regular riyaz session with Tushar Goyal bhai on tabla. We are trying a few new things in the morning raga, Bilaskhani Todi. Galti Maaf for any mistakes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fa6d7473-27fd-4626-bd7f-547233d81661)
- [Video: Yesterday's riyaz session in Raag Malkauns with Tushar Goyal bhai. I feel that all of us who play the Kharaj Pancham style cannot escape the influence of the great Pandit Nikhil Banerjee's Malkauns. My humble pranams to the master.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a4b0441a-cecb-4e1d-8dfe-a810951f7385)
- [Video: Work in progress. I am trying my best to find my way around Komal Rishabh Asavari so that it does not sound like Bilaskhani or Bhairavi. Thanks to Tushar Goyal bhai for his support on tabla.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/798a3193-fb15-4331-93fc-c69773283cfb)
- [Video: Recording with the fan switched off is probably more challenging than a three-octave taan. Here is a drut teentaal in Raag Desh with Tushar bhai on tabla.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3e6c7967-2108-45d5-a390-171a8ed5a440)
- [Video: Raag Kaushik Dhwani is enchanting, but capturing its beauty without being repetitive is a daunting task. Thanks to Tushar bhai, I got to practice this Dhamaar composition of my Bade Guruji, Late Prof. Santosh Banerjee.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/766b2158-6944-423d-82e7-e3121fe84807)
- [Video: Sitting for riyaaz with Prakash ji on tabla after more than a month. We were practicing an Anagat Bandish, a composition where the main phrase lands before the first beat of the cycle.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4ca17a9c-3e99-4e1e-bfc3-0ab4adfe2563)
- [Video: In riyaaz with Prakash ji. We are practicing for an upcoming performance, working on the calculations and interplay between sitar and tabla.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c3e6ad76-73f2-4af2-a932-2c60f2a5e090)
- [Video: An amazing jam session with Prakash Da. He is just amazing on the tabla. This bandish is in the beautiful evening raga, Shyam Kalyan.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cb180743-7cbe-4a0b-b30d-6d2823dca177)

### [My Gurus & The Rampur Senia Gharana](https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak/sitar-lessons/my-gurus-the-rampur-senia-gharana)

- [Video: A tribute to my Guru, the Late Shri Arup Banerjee. As years pass, I feel his presence all the more. He planned to teach me Gats in Raag Kafi with the Sum on all nine swaras. I could only learn five. Here is one of them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f396ee44-7c6b-4550-a9c2-fd2f36c08dc8)
- [Video: Our Gharana is one of Alaap, but Guruji, Pandit Santosh Banerjee, never compromised on Taiyari (readiness). Here is his voice, singing sargam at 300 BPM, expecting us to play it with crystal clarity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6f3f3a93-5a27-4b30-9bd7-2e0b0eff2605)
- [Video: The audio clips I have of my Guru, Late Shri Arup Banerjee, bring out feelings that are not possible to express in words. I don't know if they make me sad or happy, but I am relieved I can get back to them whenever I want.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8498750c-d3b2-4126-99c1-6eaeb7a1813c)
- [Video: On his 92nd birth anniversary, I share the golden words of my Guruji, Prof. Santosh Banerjee. He explains a rarely heard aspect of Alaap, stating that contrary to popular belief, Alaap has its own tempo.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/74b28f10-68e0-4910-88a0-7ca3d175f6e9)
- ![A portrait of my first Guru, the Late Shri Arup Banerjee (1957-2018), a brilliant musician and composer.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f13b11ad-8410-4879-9e32-9719bc6494f2)
- ![A cherished memory with my Guru, Late Shri Arup Banerjee, in Germany. He was not just a teacher but a mentor and a guide.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/89534545-29f0-4ca6-b73e-df20d4f17a4f)
- ![Another memory from my time with my Guru in Germany. These moments of travel and conversation were as much a part of my learning as the formal lessons.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c69c6e9b-3181-435e-968e-e8a258c666d0)
- ![My Guru, Late Shri Arup Banerjee, with his Guru. This picture represents the sacred chain of the Guru-Shishya Parampara.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c8846aa6-5203-463e-9450-a241a03c1a5e)

### [The Sitar: Instrument & Care](https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak/sitar-lessons/the-sitar-instrument-care)

- ![The essential workshop trip for Jawari work. The icing on the cake was getting a peek into the warehouse where the instruments are born. Here I am with the craftsmen.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1e202a56-bd70-404c-bc29-cf1e44110234)
- ![In the warehouse, surrounded by dried gourds (tumbas) that will become the resonant bodies of future sitars. It is fascinating to see the raw materials of our craft.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5636b4b0-a044-43b5-aeb6-c2fe9d815c2e)
- ![A craftsman inspects the gourds. The quality of the tumba is crucial for the tone and sustain of the sitar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea15dab7-7a8c-4759-abb7-bd7fb14f0773)
- ![A visit to the iconic P & Brothers workshop in Kolkata, a hub for classical musicians. This is where instruments are made, repaired, and maintained by skilled artisans.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/edea9247-235e-4999-aa69-ab097907fd79)
- ![A close-up of the tuning process. Tuning a sitar is an art in itself, involving the main playing strings, the chikari drone strings, and the sympathetic strings that resonate underneath.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bf4c07ca-5872-4ebd-b560-e19f6e1747b4)

## Meet your expert

[Shubhrodeep Pathak](https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak)

### My story

Hey, I’m Shubhrodeep. Sitar player, compulsive singer, music addict. I used to sit at my office desk, choking to sing out loud—rain made it worse! My life is all music, thanks to my gurus. Mithu Kaku always said, ‘Ek Saadhey, Sab Saadhey’ (master one, master all). So, I lived in Raag Yaman for years. Now, I play for my gurus, for the joy, for the rain, for the mystery. Music is my never-ending adventure.

### My work

- **Sitar Classes (Online & In-Person)**: I teach sitar to anyone above 10, in Gurgaon/NCR or online. Learn Rampur Senia Gharana style.
- **Concerts & Events**: I perform meditative classical music at concerts, baithaks, jugalbandis, and even corporate gigs.
- **Teaching Philosophy**: Music is fun—sometimes we play Jingle Bells! Main thing: get swaron ka gyaan. Age doesn’t matter.
- **Style & Approach**: Focus on Dhrupad sitar lessons, Alaap, Kharaj. Not just entertainment—music for the soul, for contemplation.
- **Learning Process**: It’s all about riyaaz, discipline, and sadhana. Extra effort makes the difference. Galti Maaf, I’m still learning too.

## More services from Shubhrodeep Pathak

- [Live Sitar Performance](https://mytribe.in/shubhrodeep.pathak/live-sitar-performance) · ₹12-40K per performance (estimate)

## Experts similar to Shubhrodeep Pathak on mytribe

- [Sitar Classes & Workshops by Soumitra Thakur](https://mytribe.in/soumitra_thakur/sitar-classes-workshops) · ₹1,200-3,500 per hour (class) (estimate) · The Pink Lotus Academia- Yoga, Music and Dance
- [Music Education & Workshops by Dhruv Bedi](https://mytribe.in/dhruv_bedi/music-education-workshops) · ₹15-40K per workshop/session (estimate) · Dhruv Bedi
- [Music Education Programs by Shubhendra Rao](https://mytribe.in/shubsitar/music-education-programs) · ₹12-50K per session (estimate) · India
- [Tabla Lessons by Surjeet Singh](https://mytribe.in/surjeetsinghofficial_/tabla-lessons) · ₹600-1,800 per hour (estimate) · Mumbai Metropolitan Area
- [Tabla Instruction by Debjit Patitundi](https://mytribe.in/debjitpatitundi/tabla-instruction) · ₹800-2,500 per hour (estimate) · Kolkata
- [Tabla & Pakhavaj Instruction by Divyanshu Kumar](https://mytribe.in/divyanshu.tabla/tabla-pakhavaj-instruction) · ₹800-2,200 per hour (estimate) · Faculty of Music & Fine Arts, University of Delhi
- [Hindustani Vocal Music Classes by Swarveni Gurukul](https://mytribe.in/swarvenimusic/hindustani-vocal-music-classes) · ₹800-3,000 per class (estimate) · Swarveni Music Academy
- [Indian Instrumental Music Classes by Khalsa Music Academy](https://mytribe.in/khalsamusic/indian-instrumental-music-classes) · ₹1,200-5,000 per month (estimate) · National Capital Region
- [Tabla & Dholak Lessons by Atul Rohtagi](https://mytribe.in/tabla_beat_breaker/tabla-dholak-lessons) · ₹200-700 per group session (estimate) · National Capital Region
- [Music Lessons by Path of Music College](https://mytribe.in/pathofmusic1996/music-lessons) · ₹2,000-6,000 per month (4 classes) (estimate) · Path of Music College ( International Music, Dance & Art College)
- [Music Classes by Artshaala](https://mytribe.in/artshaala_gurugram/music-classes) · ₹300-800 per session (1 hour) (estimate) · Art classes in Gurgaon - Learn Art and Craft - Artshaala
- [Music Classes by Satyug Darshan Sangeet Kala Kendra](https://mytribe.in/sdskk_delhiwest/music-classes) · ₹1,000-2,500 per month (estimate) · Ramesh Nagar

## Book

To book Shubhrodeep Pathak, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Sitar%20Lessons%20by%20Shubhrodeep%20Pathak.)