Can anyone learn both western and Indian classical music?
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Definitely not vocal. The muscles used and the way sound is produced are different. Instrumental can be learned but should be done one at a time. If you master one, second will be easier. The underlying notes and beats are same. Where western has chords, Indian has complex rhythm cycles. Jazz is closest...
read more Definitely not vocal. The muscles used and the way sound is produced are different. Instrumental can be learned but should be done one at a time. If you master one, second will be easier. The underlying notes and beats are same. Where western has chords, Indian has complex rhythm cycles. Jazz is closest to Indian clasical. read less
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Yes, of course! In fact, the strengths of both western and Indian classical music can be leveraged to learn faster and to create a strong musical foundation. The world has numerous musical traditions, genres, styles etc, but ultimately there is a certain musical unity in diversity which can enrich a...
read more Yes, of course! In fact, the strengths of both western and Indian classical music can be leveraged to learn faster and to create a strong musical foundation. The world has numerous musical traditions, genres, styles etc, but ultimately there is a certain musical unity in diversity which can enrich a person as he keeps adding to his or her repertoire of music. It is a unique joy and adds unique value to our lives, Even the most popular bands in western music such as "Beatles", "Shakti" incorporated Indian music in some of their songs and compositions. Although I teach western music, the knowledge of Indian classical music, especially Carnatic rhythms has immensely helped me in getting a strong grasp of complex rhythms used in western music. Also, some of the arpeggios I play on the guitar remind me of certain Indian Ragas viz Hansadhwani, Marwa etc. So, go ahead! I'd strongly encourage you to learn both western and Indian classical music. All the Best! read less
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Yes As both have similarities n dissimilarities but after comparison u will get a point where u r free to do both sideways
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sure...if u can practice 8hrs daily (4+4) atleast 2yrs...and make sure that it should continuous without breaks...and believe in ur self..dont give up...good luck
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Yes you can. But it will be better to learn the western music first and then go in for the Indian music. That way you will understand the Indian melodic patterns (ragas) easily and not get confused between a Raga and a Scale.
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Definitely why not it's a good idea
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Adrija Gupta
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absolutely!
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Jophin Mathai
B.Sc(Mathematics) from St. Xaviers College, Mumbai
Of course. There are many examples of that- many fusion artists and bands have precisely done that. The Raghu Dixit Project and Indian Ocean are popular examples.
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