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Ever found yourself humming to your favourite Carnatic raaga while watching the beautiful sunset over Marina Bay?

Or just tapping your fingers to the beats of a Hindustani thumri while sipping tea at Little India?

Don\u2019t worry, you are not alone in doing this. The vibrant Indian community of Singapore has kept the spirit of Indian music alive and thriving for decades. Hence, today, more children, adults and music aspirants than ever are choosing to actively learn Indian music in Singapore. Whether you are a parent wanting your child to stay connected to their roots, an adult or hobbyist dreaming of singing your favourite Hindi film music song or someone in love with the beauty of ragas and talas, this blog is for you. Indian music is more than just an art form; it is our heritage, telling the story of who we are. And you know what the best part is? You don\u2019t have to travel to India to learn it. Online music classes<\/a> have made world-class Indian music education accessible right from your home in Singapore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, for all those of you wondering how to learn Indian music in Singapore<\/strong>, you are at the right place. Let\u2019s dive in. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The growing popularity of Indian music in Singapore<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Singapore has had a rich Indian cultural presence for decades. With lakhs of people of Indian origin calling it home, the demand for quality Indian music education in Singapore has never been stronger. From temple festivals at Sri Srinivasa Perimal to cultural fiesta events that have set Singapore Book of Records for the largest mass performance of Indian traditional arts, Indian music is woven into the social fabric of this country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The last few years has seen a visible rise in the number of aspiring musicians, both young and old, who are signing up for Carnatic music classes in Singapore<\/a> and Hindustani music lessons in Singapore<\/a>. Many Indian fine arts institutions in Singapore have been nurturing classical talents for years, while the rise of online platforms has opened the doors even wider. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why are more children and adults learning Indian classical music? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We get asked this question a lot and we love answering it because the reasons are so compelling!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let us start with children; learning Indian classical music is much more than just a cultural activity for them. The children who learn Indian classical music display improved memory, better concentration, enhanced language skills and stronger emotional intelligence. The structured nature of Indian classical music with its emphasis on shruti<\/a> (pitch), laya (rhythm) and raga, essentially gives young minds a stronger cognitive workout wrapped in something beautiful.

For adults and hobbyists, it’s about reconnecting with their roots, expressing emotions and finding a meditative outlet in today\u2019s busy world. As it is proven, music has the power to reduce stress, boost mood and bring a sense of belonging, especially for the Indian diaspora living away from home. And in general, it is simply the joy of music. From singing along to a favourite Bollywood melody, mastering classical varnam or learning to play the guitar to a Tamil film song, music adds color to life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding the different types of Indian music<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hold on, before you jump into looking for Indian singing classes in Singapore<\/a>, let us understand what \u201cIndian music\u201d actually means. It is a beautifully diverse world. Indian classical music forms the foundation of the tradition and is broadly divided into two systems:

Carnatic music is native to South India (Tamil Nadu, Keralam, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh) and is known for its intricate composition, gamaka-laden ragas and structured rhythm (tala) systems. It is devotional at heart with compositions by saint-composers like Tyagaraja<\/a>, Muthuswami Dikshitar<\/a> and Syama Sastri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hindustani music is native to North India and is deeply influenced by Persian and Mughal culture. It features expansive raga exploration through forms like Khayal, Thumri<\/a> and Dhrupad with artists like Pandit Ravi Shankar and Ustad Bismillah Khan being the legendary figures of this tradition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Film music is perhaps the most universally loved genre in Indian music. Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam film music have produced some of the most iconic songs of all time, from the golden melodies of Lata Mangeshkar<\/a> to the peppy chartbusters of A.R. Rahman.

Devotional music including bhajans, kirtans and Carnatic keerthanas is deeply spiritual and widely sung in homes and temples across Singapore. Western vocals, guitars and piano round off the spectrum with many Indian music lovers also keen to learn these instruments alongside classical training. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who can learn Indian music?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Well, the obvious answer to this question is that anyone can learn Indian music. <\/p>\n\n\n\n