Hindustani Semi-Classical Vocals (HSV 201) - Intermediate
Neha Chimmalgi

Classes starting at

$ 25 / hour

About the course

Teacher Bio

Teaching & Mentoring

  • Semi-classical and classical vocalist with teaching experience of more than 15 years.
  • Specializes in Thumri and its sub-forms, as well as Bhajan
  • Follower of the poorab-gayaki of Thumri doyenne Vidushi Shobha Gurtu
  • Mentored by Smt. Shashikala Kaikini ji and Smt. Shampa Pakrashi ji at Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan
  • Continues learning under Smt. Shubha Joshi, senior most disciple of Vidushi Shobha Gurtu ji
  • Additional training from Thumri exponent late Vidushi Kaumudi Ben Munshi
  • Sur Mani title recipient in 1996


Artistic Contributions

  • Concerts across Mumbai and various cities in India and Abroad
  • Lent her voice for Television Serials and Jingles


Prominent Performances

  • Cadence Entertainment, winter concert series, Jan 2021
  • Thumri Ka Thaat, Tribute to Vidushi Girija Devi, organised by pancham nis
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Degrees & Certifications

Sangeet Visharad

  from

 Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan

Awards & Recognition

  • Sur Mani title recipient in 1996

Content
  • Understanding basic concepts of thumri and its genres, including its history, structure, and musical elements.
  • Learning various semi-classical genres such as Dadra, Kajri, Hori, Rasiya, Chaiti, Baramasa, and Classical Bhajans.
  • Exploring different thumri-related raags in detail, including their characteristic features, scale, and melodic phrases.
  • Developing an understanding of the traditional forms of improvisation used in thumri and other semi-classica
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