Shadaj Music School
Learning
Shadaj Music School offers lessons in Hindustani Classical Vocal and Instrumental music for all levels of students. Shadaj has teachers in the greater Boston area who teach in-person. Shadaj also has a large network of very competent music teachers from India who teach online.
Additionally, for advanced students of music, Shadaj facilitates master-level classes that are conducted by some of the world’s leading musicians and music teachers.
For more information about this, please reach out to : learn@shadaj.org
Classes and Fee
Enrollment
Class enrollment is quarter based. Each quarter comprises of 10 classes of 50 minutes each. Students can choose individual 1-1 lessons (preferred) OR group lessons (up to 4 students).
Academic Calendar
Winter Quarter (Jan, Feb, March) : 10 classes
Spring Quarter (April, May, June) : 10 classes
Summer Quarter (July, Aug) : 10 classes
Fall Quarter (Sep, Oct, Nov) : 10 classes
Fees/Quarter
Vocal (Individual) : $400
Vocal (group) : $300
Tabla (Individual) : $400
Tabla (group) : $300
* Shadaj members get 10% discount (Become a member)
Student Expectation
Students are expected to attend ALL the Shadaj baithak concerts as part of the learning curriculum.
For more information about this, please reach out to : learn@shadaj.org
Faculty
Amit Kavthekar - Tabla
Amit Kavthekar is a “ganda-bandh” disciple of Ustad Allarakha of Panjab Gharana and is a leading Tabla player in the US. Amit has toured extensively across the world to perform as a soloist and accompanist.
Yogesh Karale - Tabla
Yogesh Karale was trained under the tutelage of Pandit Sadashiv Pawar, from Farukhabad gharana. Currently he is pursuing guidance from renowned tabla player Praveen Karkare. Yogesh has earned a graduation degree from Akhil Bhartiya Gandharva Vidyalaya, Miraz.
Sameer Bildikar - Vocal
Sameer Bildikar is an Indian Classical Vocalist trained in Gwalior gharana lineage under the guidance of Pandit Dr. Vikas Kashalkar. He holds a Masters degree in Indian Classical Vocal Music from Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune and is an accredited examiner with Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya, Miraz
Sonali Tambe - Vocal
Sonali is an Indian Classical Vocalist and a disciple of Pandit Dr. Vikas Kashalkar of the Gwalior Gharana. Sonali holds a Masters degree in Indian Classical Vocal Music from Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune.
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Anyone who has listened to Yashwant’s solo or accompaniment performances will undoubtedly recognize that they are witnessing a prodigious talent. Sharp and precise tone maintained at rapid speed is the distinguishing quality of Yashwant’s music. His father initially trained him and his further training was with Dr. Hemant Sachdeva and Pt Mukund Bhale. Currently, he is receiving tutelage from Pt Yogesh Samsi.
Certification
Shadaj is an authorized partner of Gandharva Mahavidyalay, India. Shadaj facilitates and conducts certification examinations for the music students based in the greater Boston area on behalf of Gandharva Mahavidyalay. For more information about this, please reach out to : learn@shadaj.org
Music Appreciation Sessions
A unique feature of a great Hindustani classical music concert is that the overall experience depends not only upon the virtuosity of the artist but also upon the quality of the appreciative audience. One of the objectives of Shadaj is to cultivate a community of good active listeners.
Music Appreciation through conversation with the artists:
Most Shadaj concerts are preceded by a music appreciation session where the audience gets exposure to the intricacies of music in a unique interactive session with the artist.
Lecture series:
Many of us who enjoy music are often curious about the basic principles behind the music, both technical and aesthetic. A basic introduction to elementary aspects of music enhances the listening experience and helps us appreciate the art better. Shadaj collaborates with the local community organizations, school systems, libraries and audiences at large to provide introductory lecture demonstrations on a variety of topics of general interest. Some of the topics are listed below.
- Introduction to Indian Classical Music
- Taal (Rhythm) system in Indian Classical Music
- Raag system in Indian Classical Music
- Similarities and Differences between Jazz and Indian classical music