How to Play the Sarod: A Step by Step Guide including 1 hour of video tutorials

This is the first book of its kind for those who want to learn how to play the sarod but do not have access to a teacher. Especially written for English speakers, this comprehensive and easy-to-use guide serves as an introduction to the sarod and its technique focussed on getting to a beginner or intermediate level of playing without spending too much time on theoretical aspects of music . With over 1 hour of video tutorials, lessons include: types of sarod, tuning; postures; right- and left-hand technique; Indian notation; scale exercises, compositions, syllables (sarod bols), embellishments, slides; changing strings, instrument maintenance with complete set of exercises and compositions for the beginner with a view to performing a complete solo recital, as well as some material for the intermediate or advanced student. The video is accessed online using the unique code inside each book and can be streamed or downloaded. Read more