Musical Scout

  Introduction India has a rich musical heritage, and voice training is essential for mastering Hindustani classical music and contemporary music. While regular practice is key, certain Indian musical instruments can enhance vocal skills to the next level. These instruments help singers improve their pitch, breath control, and overall vocal strength. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced learner, incorporating these into your training can make a big difference  Some of The Best Musical Instruments to Learn Tanpura – The Backbone of Indian Singing The tanpura produces a continuous harmonic drone, serving as a perfect reference for singers to align their pitch and develop a strong sense of shruti (musical notes).  Benefits for Singers:  Enhances pitch accuracy and stability. Improves voice modulation and resonance.  Helps internalise the raga (melodic framework).  Today, electronic tanpurs and music learning apps such as Artium Academy offer convenient al...

  Having been around for centuries, Indian classical music has transcended boundaries to mesmerise audiences worldwide. Deeply rooted in tradition, Indian classical music is divided into two main forms: Hindustani classical music from the North, and Carnatic classical music from the South. Although they have their distinct characteristic, one thing that unites them is the range of instruments used to bring the compositions to life.  Let us see some of the instruments used in Indian classical music -  Hindustan Classical music Sitar - One of the most recognizable instruments, a sitar has a long neck, gourd-shaped body and metal strings that create mesmerising sounds to create deep emotions among the audience. A sitarist uses a wire plectrum to pluck the strings and create rich, resonant tones. Legendary Pandit Ravi Shankar and Pandit Nikhil Banerjee made this instrument famous on the global stage as a symbol of Indian classical music.   Sarod - This is a fretless...