Ravi brought me here.I've listened to him for years.my parents were hippies and they had a hell of a record collection that is mine now.thanks for the video man,I've always been curious to know how sitars are played.
Hey Guys, thank you for all your comments, support and likes! So excited to revive this series. I will be posting a basic Sitar tuning lesson this week. Please do subscribe and stay "tuned" for the tuning lesson 😊
Very straightforward explanation of the various parts of the instrument. I found the detail regarding the arrangement of the strings and how they’re tuned to be helpful. Thank you.
greeting from France and thx for the video. I am really showing more and more interest about buying and learning to play the sitar as a psychedelic rock musician . loving all those orientals sounds !
+William Bugg Thank you for your interest. Please contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com if you have any questions. All the best with your journey with this wonderful instrument!
...just learning the standard western scale (?) beginning with middle C has been a task for me :) However, I am determined to learn more... Thank you for your kind reply!
+William Bugg That is awesome! It is indeed a wonderful and complete instrument. I also do teach on Skype if you are interested. Please contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com for details. Thank you and god luck!
William Bugg hey I've just bought an entry level sitar I've also got a clip on pick up from e bay that pegs onto the bridge it really picks up the vibes if u have an amp only cost £2.79 Inc postage :) sounds amazing with a phaser and echo
Sitar has a Music for spiritual growth, you say. I guess now I realise why I feel Internal Deep Peace and Mysteries whenever I hear it's Magical Sound 😄
I am so happy you have this video as things are happening so fast for me. I just received a beautiful sitar with 20 strings and so excited to learn how to play it. I really enjoy your clear and precise instruction and excited to play some beautiful music. Thank you.
This is incredibly helpful, thank you so so much for uploading this! I've been wanting to play sitar since I was 10 years old and now I finally decided to start playing. I subscribed! Thank you so much again!
Hi Kiki, you are most welcome, and thank you so much for your compliments. Please do contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com, if you have any questions. I do teach on Skype as well. Thanks and may music light your path forever!
Thank you for your email adress! Where I live (Spain) it's imposible to find a sitar teacher. Everything I can find is helpful (: I might get a few books and write you if I have any question. I'm so excited to start my music journey! Namaste :D
Wow sounds great! I also teach on Skype if you would be interested :) Wish you all the best, may this music enrich your life and bring you eternal peace and happiness!
Thanks for making this informatice sitar tutorial Nikhilsitar. I myself just got back to the sitar and wanna advance in this amazing instrument. Xavier
Your introduction is really great. You explained all about the sitar and it’s components in very simple and clear terms that any beginner would understand. Thank you so much Looking forward to follow your next lesson. Would it be on UA-cam.?
That was really great Nikhil Sir, especially what you said about your "Gharana" and spiritual connection. I really want to start learning Sitar. I will be in touch. Thank you very much.
just awesome sir.your teaching style is really good... nd in this video one thing is touching my heart is.. u said that it isn't just showing to u a skill.. or showoffs but it is for spiritual..(something like this) it's really a nice.. thank you sir.
+ready teddy There used to be the Hiren Roy Sitar from Kolkatta. I don't think they make them anymore and if they do, it will be on the expensive side. If you are interested in buying a decent priced Sitar, please do contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com. All the best!
Nikhil Patwardhan Hi mr. I'm looking for a surbahar of great quality but not expensive. Because i live in Canada and add the shipping to. How mush with the case and shipping?
+Mark Straka Thank you for your interest. No, I have not mentioned this. I will release a video soon to explain the tuning. Please also contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com.
+nikhilsitar In many cases, when I listen to Indian classical music, I hear and am much fascinated by the ringing sympathetic strings. For one example, sarangi players will swipe across their sympathetic strings to sound them like a full and very rich chord. Your tanpura on this video also seems, sometimes, to play out the whole array of the notes of the raga. Is this an electronic tanpura that can play the notes of the raga?
The sound is created with an instrument called a Tanpura. It is used to keep the base sound, as a reference to tune the Sitar in case it goes off tune while playing. One of the best electronic tanpura players is the iTablaPro on the iPhone.
333FB The sound in the background is generated with an Apple App called iTablaPro. It is a simulated sound of an instrument called a Tanpura. This is a 4 (for vocal) and 5 (for instrumental) stringed instrument and it's main purpose is to keep the base tune so that the main instrument can be re-tuned if it goes off-tune.
There are many factors but the three important ones are 1) the sustenance of the note, 2) mellowness of the sound (should not be too sharp) and 3) the resonance of the sympathetic strings. Go for a non-epoxy bridge.
Like the fact you explain that it is a spiritual practice rather a show off . Would be intersted to learn more . I have learned sitar long time ago in school . know the basics and want to learn more .
That sound is called a "Tanpura". It is used to keep the notes in tune, as a reference and also to fill the gaps in sound to create a more full sound. You can download iTablaPro on your Ipad or iPhone to get this software.
Wow great presentation! You have a beautiful sitar I was always wondering about it and you answered all my questions at once. Just one question are there different cords on a sitar EX:open chords, power cords; or is it just "plucking" for lack of a better word
Kris8530 Thank you for your compliments! Sorry for getting back late. Yes there are chords where you can play on two strings at the same time, sort of like the guitar. Index finger on one fret on the first string and the middle finger on the same or another fret on the second string. Otherwise it is mostly plucking. Please email me on npatwardhan@gmail.com, I teach on Skype as well if you are interested. Thanks!
Just released a meditative Sitar album! In time for the holiday season. It's on iTunes and Amazon as well! Here are the download links! itunes.apple.com/us/album/coming-home/id951245477 www.amazon.com/Coming-Nikhil-Patwardhan-Shailesh-Shenoy/dp/B00QYTWX6U/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1419163362&sr=8-13&keywords=nikhil+patwardhan
i really am interested on getting a sitar for my fifteenth birthday this may. I love them the spirituality behind them. I love the indian culture and the western imitations of classical artists such as ravi shankar. Im just wondering as an american with no sitar teacher( most of my lessons would be youtube ) If its possible to learn how to create simple but harmonious and beautiful tones on the sitar. Please reply and give me some advice i always love to take advice from someone experineced
Oran , I'm a generic guitarist . I've been playing a long time. The sitar is indeed a spiritual instrument . It is a simple instrument as well. I believe that you will make an excellent sitarist , based on your post comment. You MUST follow your heart . I'm not gonna give you any advice , other than , GO FOR IT ! You'll do just fine.
nikhil could u pls give a few tips on how to choose a decent sitar.. and how much would a basic but functional sitar cost. i am from bangalore .i ve been playing the guitar for a while n i wanna learn some sitar too. thank you!
Ashwath vh, I reside in Bangalore as well. I teach Sitar and have some students as well. Please do contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com if you would like to. Thanks!
Hey great video it was very helpful, I am looking into buying a sitar sometime this month. I have been a musician for 10 years I play all percussion and guitar but I've wanted a sitar for so long and now is the time. I do have a few questions like where is the best place to purchase a sitar like yours?
Hi! Is it possible to do a crash course in the Sitar (just basic playing) within two months? I'm leaving for the US from New Delhi and I want to start as soon as possible. If it's possible, I would begin with lessons! Thanks
Nakul Grover Sorry for the delay in my reply. Yes it is possible. I also teach via Skype. Please contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com, if you are interested. Thanks!
कृपा ------विडियो हिन्दी में बनानी चाहिए क्योकि संगीत शासत्र हिन्दी का है ओर बृज भाषा से जुडा है किसको बचा कर रखे ओर बहुत से संगीत कार कम पढ़े लिखे भी होते हैं
+Mai Saleh Wow!! A fellow Egyptian!! Glad to know that I'm not the only one here with such exotic interests. I will do some research because I want one so bad too, but certainly this will be astronomically expensive though.
+nikhilsitar I will defiantly get one and start learning someday, but now it's far beyond my budget. Thanks for your generous efforts, you're a truly great teacher and a decent guy.
Hello great video! I just want to know if you could make some video tutorials in helping people tune the sitar in different keys? I just purchased a sitar and am struggling to learn different types of tuning other than C which I have it in now. I would also like to learn to tune the 12 resonant strings below as I find having the right keys difficult. Your help would be much appreciated :)
Check out this video on how to tune the Sitar. Please do subscribe and leave your valuable feedback there 🙏ua-cam.com/video/qEGN0mhfv6M/v-deo.html
I love how the key of D is circulating through that room even when your not playing anything. It’s truly beautiful.
Thanks you, the sound is from an iPhone app called iTablaPro. One of the best apps to get the authentic Tanpura sound.
That's a tanpur's app!!!!
Ravi brought me here.I've listened to him for years.my parents were hippies and they had a hell of a record collection that is mine now.thanks for the video man,I've always been curious to know how sitars are played.
Hey Guys, thank you for all your comments, support and likes! So excited to revive this series. I will be posting a basic Sitar tuning lesson this week. Please do subscribe and stay "tuned" for the tuning lesson 😊
Very nice sir
Good video, good guy, I'm thinking of buying one, but I'm afraid of not being able to play it .. I look forward for part 2
Very straightforward explanation of the various parts of the instrument. I found the detail regarding the arrangement of the strings and how they’re tuned to be helpful. Thank you.
Wow very well Explained I wish I could join a live class of yours.
Very good video explaining a few basics of Sitar for beginners...THX.
I love this! I so want to learn the Sitar . . . hari bol!
I really appreciate your teaching style. The you explain is very clear.
Its very nice video... now i have clear idea about Sitar
Hope you will upload more learning videos...
Thank you
Namaste. Good teaching. I am easily following tuning lessons which is the difficult lesson. Thank you sir.
great lesson, cant wait for the next one.
greeting from France and thx for the video. I am really showing more and more interest about buying and learning to play the sitar as a psychedelic rock musician . loving all those orientals sounds !
dude hell good, if you ever get any demos I would be keen to check out your psych rock music
I just purchased a lower quality sitar, have ALWAYS had a deep appreciation for Indian Classical music.... I am a newbie here and will follow you :)
+William Bugg Thank you for your interest. Please contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com if you have any questions. All the best with your journey with this wonderful instrument!
...just learning the standard western scale (?) beginning with middle C has been a task for me :) However, I am determined to learn more... Thank you for your kind reply!
+William Bugg That is awesome! It is indeed a wonderful and complete instrument. I also do teach on Skype if you are interested. Please contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com for details. Thank you and god luck!
Thank you.... I may do that :)
William Bugg hey I've just bought an entry level sitar I've also got a clip on pick up from e bay that pegs onto the bridge it really picks up the vibes if u have an amp only cost £2.79 Inc postage :) sounds amazing with a phaser and echo
Of course it is useful for us. Gratitude Sir.
Sitar has a Music for spiritual growth, you say.
I guess now I realise why I feel Internal Deep Peace and Mysteries whenever I hear it's Magical Sound 😄
Amongst many sitar learning videos I found this one is the best.
Thank you for your kind compliments!
✨💛loved it
You rock. Really excellent.
I am so happy you have this video as things are happening so fast for me. I just received a beautiful sitar with 20 strings and so excited to learn how to play it. I really enjoy your clear and precise instruction and excited to play some beautiful music.
Thank you.
Thank you and you are welcome, GregJahLove. Please do let me know if you have any questions at npatwardhan@gmail.com.
This is incredibly helpful, thank you so so much for uploading this! I've been wanting to play sitar since I was 10 years old and now I finally decided to start playing.
I subscribed! Thank you so much again!
Hi Kiki, you are most welcome, and thank you so much for your compliments. Please do contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com, if you have any questions. I do teach on Skype as well. Thanks and may music light your path forever!
Thank you for your email adress! Where I live (Spain) it's imposible to find a sitar teacher. Everything I can find is helpful (: I might get a few books and write you if I have any question. I'm so excited to start my music journey! Namaste :D
Wow sounds great! I also teach on Skype if you would be interested :) Wish you all the best, may this music enrich your life and bring you eternal peace and happiness!
Fascinating instrument.. I've never seen one here in the shops, though I'd really want to play one. Thanks for the video.
CaptainP00face Thank you for your kind compliments! I teach on Skype as well. Email me at npatwardhan@gmail.com if you are interested. Thanks again!
This is great explanatory video, thank you!
im from america but the sitar is so interesting. i would love to start playing
What instrument makes that droning sound-like a bowed sound?
gud job gud explanation about sitar
where's the next part?
Thank you for your interest, I will be posting a lesson this week on Sitar tuning. Please do subscribe and stay tuned 🙏
Thanks for making this informatice sitar tutorial Nikhilsitar. I myself just got back to the sitar and wanna advance in this amazing instrument.
Xavier
Xavier Ortega Thank you for your great feedback! Please do contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com. for any questions or if you want to learn.
which musical instrument produces the background sound?
Your introduction is really great. You explained all about the sitar and it’s components in very simple and clear terms that any beginner would understand. Thank you so much Looking forward to follow your next lesson. Would it be on UA-cam.?
Glad it was helpful! I will be posting the next lesson on tuning this week. Please do subscribe and stay tuned 🙏
Big thankyou from australia
That was really great Nikhil Sir, especially what you said about your "Gharana" and spiritual connection. I really want to start learning Sitar. I will be in touch. Thank you very much.
Thank you Piyush.Please do stay in touch, I will be most happy to help you.
just awesome sir.your teaching style is really good... nd in this video one thing is touching my heart is.. u said that it isn't just showing to u a skill.. or showoffs but it is for spiritual..(something like this) it's really a nice..
thank you sir.
Thank you so much!
Nikhil, where is your part 2 sitar lesson? Thank you. Excellent beginning...
Very well explained I would like to see part two. where you play.
I would appreciate it if you could clearly show which finger you put on which fret. With all four fingers close by it is confusing!
Hi!
Where is part 2?
thank you nikhil......i will be watching more
Where can I get sitar lessons at pune
Please do contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com if you would like to learn. I reside in Pune.
Can't wait to get my sitar
Thank you! Now I know what Sitar is and how it works!
Romul Romulisk Thank you for your kind compliments!
Thank you! I try to explain the very basics of Indian classical music on my channel.
Is there certain best brand or model like fender strat's or Gibson led Paul's for Sitar?
+ready teddy There used to be the Hiren Roy Sitar from Kolkatta. I don't think they make them anymore and if they do, it will be on the expensive side. If you are interested in buying a decent priced Sitar, please do contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com. All the best!
Nikhil Patwardhan
Hi mr.
I'm looking for a surbahar of great quality but not expensive. Because i live in Canada and add the shipping to. How mush with the case and shipping?
Is there any online session to learn sitar?? I want to learn.
Please contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com. Thank you.
Great video, thanks very much....
I enjoyed this!! When's part 2??
Hey, I am interested in learning the sitar, can you suggest a good place for buying a sitar
Nikhilsitar: Have you said anything about your tuning of the sympathetic strings to Raag Jog?
+Mark Straka Thank you for your interest. No, I have not mentioned this. I will release a video soon to explain the tuning. Please also contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com.
+nikhilsitar In many cases, when I listen to Indian classical music, I hear and am much fascinated by the ringing sympathetic strings. For one example, sarangi players will swipe across their sympathetic strings to sound them like a full and very rich chord. Your tanpura on this video also seems, sometimes, to play out the whole array of the notes of the raga. Is this an electronic tanpura that can play the notes of the raga?
This is Great! Keep them coming
Parker Williams Thanks!
What is the droning sound behind your narrative?
The sound is created with an instrument called a Tanpura. It is used to keep the base sound, as a reference to tune the Sitar in case it goes off tune while playing. One of the best electronic tanpura players is the iTablaPro on the iPhone.
Nikhil Patwardhan Thanks for the reply!
I might be asking prematurely because Im only a minute into this video but what is that sustained tone going on in the background?
thank you for lessons!
nice!! but where's the second lesson you were talking about?
Thank you so much! For your teaching😊hope we will get more vedio, sir
Great stuff!
Hello Nikhil,
I need the background music which is running the video, where can i get it and what is that music called,Please do help
The background is an app on the Iphone called iTablaPro.
Where can we find part 2? :)
I'm from Etawah gharana and I'm the newest and youngest disciple of Ustad Shahid Parvez...
Bhia, how can i contact you...
And?
What is the sound playing in the background?
333FB The sound in the background is generated with an Apple App called iTablaPro. It is a simulated sound of an instrument called a Tanpura. This is a 4 (for vocal) and 5 (for instrumental) stringed instrument and it's main purpose is to keep the base tune so that the main instrument can be re-tuned if it goes off-tune.
Sir, I want to learn the basics abc of setar to play, which type/ category of setar I should buy?
How can a good sitar be identified?...please suggest.
There are many factors but the three important ones are 1) the sustenance of the note, 2) mellowness of the sound (should not be too sharp) and 3) the resonance of the sympathetic strings. Go for a non-epoxy bridge.
Where can I find part 2? This video is really very beautiful..
thank you so much for teaching..
Aah so pleasent to ears
Where is part two? :(
why does a sitar not have a soundhole?
spiritual uplifting so true
Where's part two? This is a wonderful video!
What type of sitar is this ravi shankar style or vilayat khan
Ravishankar style with ut vilayat khan style tuning
Nikhil bhai... I wana contact you...
what the background sound when he is talking?
Its a drone sound used in indian music
Mr Man Tanpura
Download tanpura Android app from playstore
Like the fact you explain that it is a spiritual practice rather a show off . Would be intersted to learn more . I have learned sitar long time ago in school . know the basics and want to learn more .
To learn Sitar adjacent to it electronic tabla is require.
Great Keep it up!!
Thank you Atul!
whats that vibration sound in the background?
That sound is called a "Tanpura". It is used to keep the notes in tune, as a reference and also to fill the gaps in sound to create a more full sound. You can download iTablaPro on your Ipad or iPhone to get this software.
nikhilsitar O wow thats really cool thanks for the info!
julio jorges Hey brotha i just bought a sitar and I'm having trouble tuning it. please can you help me out with the tuning. Thanks!
Sure please add me on Skype my id is nikhilpatwardhansitar. I can show it to you there. Are you learning with someone?
nikhilsitar ok Thanks man! and no
Namaste...I am in Kerala and want to buy sitar string online. String number 1. Is there any websites having these online service. Please do help.
Please do contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com for the details.
Fascinating. Are the sympathetic strings resonating to the sound of your voice in the video, or is there background sound added?
The background is an app on the Iphone called iTablaPro.
Wow great presentation! You have a beautiful sitar I was always wondering about it and you answered all my questions at once. Just one question are there different cords on a sitar EX:open chords, power cords; or is it just "plucking" for lack of a better word
Kris8530 Thank you for your compliments! Sorry for getting back late. Yes there are chords where you can play on two strings at the same time, sort of like the guitar. Index finger on one fret on the first string and the middle finger on the same or another fret on the second string. Otherwise it is mostly plucking. Please email me on npatwardhan@gmail.com, I teach on Skype as well if you are interested. Thanks!
First of all, thank you very much for this introduction video.
I'm from Lima, Perú and I want to buy a sitar, do you know how can I do it?
Thanks
Thank you for watching the video. Please send me email at npatwardhan@gmail.com for the details. Thanks!
Where's part two?
I cant find next part.. is it available?????
ambuj mandloi Not yet, I am working on it. Will upload soon. Thank you for your patience!
greetings from sitar to sitar....from germany.....(maria&harald,the nectar of the night)...
Greetings! Are you learning the Sitar?
Just released a meditative Sitar album! In time for the holiday season. It's on iTunes and Amazon as well! Here are the download links!
itunes.apple.com/us/album/coming-home/id951245477
www.amazon.com/Coming-Nikhil-Patwardhan-Shailesh-Shenoy/dp/B00QYTWX6U/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1419163362&sr=8-13&keywords=nikhil+patwardhan
i really am interested on getting a sitar for my fifteenth birthday this may. I love them the spirituality behind them. I love the indian culture and the western imitations of classical artists such as ravi shankar. Im just wondering as an american with no sitar teacher( most of my lessons would be youtube ) If its possible to learn how to create simple but harmonious and beautiful tones on the sitar. Please reply and give me some advice i always love to take advice from someone experineced
Oran Fine Hi Oran, thanks for your interest. Please contact me on npatwardhan@gmail.com.
Oran , I'm a generic guitarist . I've been playing a long time. The sitar is indeed a spiritual instrument . It is a simple instrument as well. I believe that you will make an excellent sitarist , based on your post comment. You MUST follow your heart . I'm not gonna give you any advice , other than , GO FOR IT ! You'll do just fine.
Thank you for your feedback and wishes!
nikhil could u pls give a few tips on how to choose a decent sitar.. and how much would a basic but functional sitar cost. i am from bangalore .i ve been playing the guitar for a while n i wanna learn some sitar too. thank you!
Ashwath vh, I reside in Bangalore as well. I teach Sitar and have some students as well. Please do contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com if you would like to. Thanks!
awesome!!!!
+Bens598 Thank you!
Background music could be avoided it's disturbing and irritating not able to hear clearly what the tutor explains.
Hey great video it was very helpful, I am looking into buying a sitar sometime this month. I have been a musician for 10 years I play all percussion and guitar but I've wanted a sitar for so long and now is the time. I do have a few questions like where is the best place to purchase a sitar like yours?
Josh Hobkirk Please do email me for details at npatwardhan@gmail.com. Thank you for the compliments and interest.
Hi! Is it possible to do a crash course in the Sitar (just basic playing) within two months? I'm leaving for the US from New Delhi and I want to start as soon as possible. If it's possible, I would begin with lessons! Thanks
Nakul Grover Sorry for the delay in my reply. Yes it is possible. I also teach via Skype. Please contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com, if you are interested. Thanks!
Please upload part two too
SaiRamCh .
Sir ji very good if you not mind baju me taanpura ka loud bahot hai
Thank you for the feedback, I will take care of it in the next video.
कृपा ------विडियो हिन्दी में बनानी चाहिए क्योकि संगीत शासत्र हिन्दी का है ओर बृज भाषा से जुडा है किसको बचा कर रखे ओर बहुत से संगीत कार कम पढ़े लिखे भी होते हैं
haai I'm Egyptian and I really want to get a sitar but I don't know how or from where can I get it ?!! .....any suggestions plz
+Mai Saleh Wow!! A fellow Egyptian!! Glad to know that I'm not the only one here with such exotic interests. I will do some research because I want one so bad too, but certainly this will be astronomically expensive though.
+Omar El Gelani Many thanks for your interest! Please contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com. I can help you get a decent priced Sitar to start with.
+Mai Saleh Many thanks for your interest! Please contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com. I can help you get a decent priced Sitar to start with.
+nikhilsitar I will defiantly get one and start learning someday, but now it's far beyond my budget. Thanks for your generous efforts, you're a truly great teacher and a decent guy.
Very informative but would prefer it without the background drone. Thanks!
Thank you, noted. Will remove in the next video.
Background music distracting
Hello great video! I just want to know if you could make some video tutorials in helping people tune the sitar in different keys? I just purchased a sitar and am struggling to learn different types of tuning other than C which I have it in now.
I would also like to learn to tune the 12 resonant strings below as I find having the right keys difficult.
Your help would be much appreciated :)
Asa Hudson Thanks for the feedback Asa Hudson! Please email me at npatwardhan@gmail.com. I will be able to suggest.
i need a sitar
really nice ! :)
Thank you Andres!
very helpful
thank you for uploading, where get good sitar ? online or some other place ?
Please do contact me at npatwardhan@gmail.com and I can guide you. Thanks!