Beginning Sitar Exercises by Shri Ashwin Batish

Sitar master Shri Ashwin Batish provides exercises and instruction for the intermediate student. Illustrating steps that are very important even for the initiated. Topics covered are: Alaap in raga Yaman; Tuning without a tone generator; Alternative sitar holding positions; Right hand exercises - Da, Ra, DiRa, DR; Exercises in Bilaval Thaat; A right hand exercise using Da Ra Da; Four beat exercise using Da Ra Da Ra; Chikari explained; Two, three and four beat Chikari exercises; Chikari application in performance. Program duration 65 minutes, DVD Covers exercises & instruction for the intermediate student Detailed step-by-step instructions DVD Running time 65 mins Brand new Price: $45.00 Normally Ships Within 1-2 Days.