Foundations Harmonium Course
This foundations course offers a beginner-friendly introduction to the harmonium and mantra chanting. You will learn to understand and play the instrument, practice the Indian scale, use essential chords, and chant seven mantras with confidence and connection.
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The Harmonium・Differences & Anatomy
In this part of the course, I’ll introduce you to the different types of harmoniums and share a bit about the instrument’s history. This will give you a sense of how the harmonium has developed over time and the unique qualities of each style.
In this part of the course, I’ll introduce you to the different types of harmoniums and share a bit about the instrument’s history. This will give you a sense of how the harmonium has developed over time and the unique qualities of each style.
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The Harmonium・Anatomy
From there, we’ll take a closer look at the harmonium’s anatomy so you can understand how it is built and how its parts work together. I’ll also guide you through the essential do’s and don’ts of harmonium playing, helping you establish healthy techniques and habits right from the start.
From there, we’ll take a closer look at the harmonium’s anatomy so you can understand how it is built and how its parts work together. I’ll also guide you through the essential do’s and don’ts of harmonium playing, helping you establish healthy techniques and habits right from the start.
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Voice Warm Up
In the Bhakti tradition, the voice itself is our true instrument, while the harmonium serves as a supportive companion. It is through our voice that we create melodies, bring out nuances, and shape the entire experience. That’s why it’s so important to warm up your voice, explore both high and low ranges, and repeat these exercises before every lesson to prepare your body and mind for singing.
In the Bhakti tradition, the voice itself is our true instrument, while the harmonium serves as a supportive companion. It is through our voice that we create melodies, bring out nuances, and shape the entire experience. That’s why it’s so important to warm up your voice, explore both high and low ranges, and repeat these exercises before every lesson to prepare your body and mind for singing.
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The Indian Scale・Intro & Keys
SA RE GA MA PA DHA NI SA. This is the Indian scale, the equivalent of the Western DO RE MI FA SOL LA TI DO. In this lesson, you’ll learn the scale with me so you can practice your own vocal warm-ups on the harmonium while also training your fingers. To support you, I’ve included a PDF with more details and the corresponding keys on the harmonium.
SA RE GA MA PA DHA NI SA. This is the Indian scale, the equivalent of the Western DO RE MI FA SOL LA TI DO. In this lesson, you’ll learn the scale with me so you can practice your own vocal warm-ups on the harmonium while also training your fingers. To support you, I’ve included a PDF with more details and the corresponding keys on the harmonium.
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It's time for the first Mantra! The most essential mantras: Om and Shanti.
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MANTRA・Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu
This is a prayer each one of us can practice every day. It reminds us that our relationships with all beings and things should be mutually beneficial if we ourselves desire happiness and liberation from suffering. No true or lasting happiness can come from causing unhappiness to others. No true or lasting freedom can come from depriving others of their freedom.
This is a prayer each one of us can practice every day. It reminds us that our relationships with all beings and things should be mutually beneficial if we ourselves desire happiness and liberation from suffering. No true or lasting happiness can come from causing unhappiness to others. No true or lasting freedom can come from depriving others of their freedom.
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MANTRA・Om Gam Ganapataye Namah
This chant is to Ganesha. He is the remover of obstacles, the companion of travelers, and especially when we need help with new beginnings, Ganesha stands by our side lovingly
This chant is to Ganesha. He is the remover of obstacles, the companion of travelers, and especially when we need help with new beginnings, Ganesha stands by our side lovingly
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MANTRA・Shri Ram Jai Ram
This next Mantra on our chanting and harmonium journey, is a chant to Rama. It is very beginner friendly to play as well as to join for singing in a group.
This next Mantra on our chanting and harmonium journey, is a chant to Rama. It is very beginner friendly to play as well as to join for singing in a group.
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MANTRA・Hare Krishna Hare Ram
It is said that when Chanting this Mantra, we are calling for the universal energy of love. This Mantra has the power to dissolve our bad habits and negative emotions. By chanting or listening to the Mantra, you become free from all anxiety and inner fears.
It is said that when Chanting this Mantra, we are calling for the universal energy of love. This Mantra has the power to dissolve our bad habits and negative emotions. By chanting or listening to the Mantra, you become free from all anxiety and inner fears.
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MANTRA・Jaya Jagadambe
This lesson introduces Jaya Jagadambe, a mantra to the Mother of the Universe, chanted for strength, courage, and protection.
This lesson introduces Jaya Jagadambe, a mantra to the Mother of the Universe, chanted for strength, courage, and protection.
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Did you know that I also offer in-studio harmonium courses at different locations?
Have a look at when the next one takes place and come sing with us!
Or, if you prefer something more personal, you can book a
50-minute private online session with me and we’ll play together.
