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Sitar Tutor #1: Introduction to Sitar



by - Ashwin Batish

Media: DVD

Sitar master Shri Ashwin Batish starts this video from the very basics. But these steps are also very important even for the initiated. Topics covered are:

  • Sitar Paraphernalia
  • Half-lotus Sitting Position
  • Right and Left Hand Positions
  • Note Production
  • The Two Layers of Strings explained
  • Indian Sargam Note Names
  • Tuning of Top Strings (PA/SA)
  • Tuning of Sympathic Strings
  • Mizrab Closeup (finger pick)
  • Proper way to wear a mizrab
  • Closeup of various sitar parts
  • Closeup of accessories box
  • How to move sitar frets
  • Learning Indian music vs learning the sitar
  • A short performance
(Program duration: 65 minutes)
Available in NTSC & PAL

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Stock#: 35808
Publisher: Batish Publishing
Code: BRV2D
UPC: 745756
Subject: Sitar
Length: 65 min.
Weight (lbs): 0.24
Dim 5¼ x 7½ in.
Year: © 1994
List: 49.95
Sale: $44.96


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