Parampara Series Gayaki 101 by Debdattaa Poddar

1. Foundations of Hindustani Music 
 • Learn the essence of swar and sur. 
 • Discover your natural “Sa” and develop initial pitch and tonalawareness through guided listening and vocal drills.

2. Voice Training and Alankars 
 • Build clarity, strength, and steadiness in your voice through structured breathing and vocal exercises. 
 • Practice alankars (patterned note sequences) to improve control, agility, and range. 

3. Rhythm and Taal Awareness 
 • Understand the basics of laya (tempo) and taal (rhythmic cycles) as the foundation of all classical compositions. 

4. Introduction to Raag Singing 
 • Explore how a raag is formed through specific note patterns and its emotional expression. 
 • Apply your voice, swaras, and rhythm together in short melodic structures. 

5. Listening and Appreciation 
 • Get introduced to the beauty of Hindustani vocal forms through selected audio references. 
 • Train your ear to recognize differences in notes, rhythm, and expression. 

6. Performance Readiness 
 • Learn how to combine voice control, emotion, and rhythm in a cohesive short presentation. 
 • Build confidence and musical presence through guided practice and feedback.