MUSIC

Music and singing in particular, is the most spontaneous form of human expression.

Spiritualism has been the key content of Carnatic music.

Saints, seers and composers of classical music have basically composed songs only as a means of expressing their devout feelings and also to communicate with the 'Self' and 'Soul'. Songs, therefore, establish a direct contact between the divine and human spheres, between the spiritual and phenomenal realms. Song is the element of motion that brings forth the desired union.

In Hindu mythology, music and God have always been portrayed together. Many deities are assigned their own instruments and are all hailed as music lovers. Lord Siva is believed to be the embodiment of Nada (the mystic sounds of the eternal) and Tandava (cosmic dance). Lord Krishna, the foremost of flautists. Goddess Saraswati, the Goddess of Learning is always associated with the Veena. Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth is believed to revel in music while Lord Vishnu, her consort, plays on the percussion.

It is difficult to gather a full impression of India without its temples, spiritual endeavors and music, which combine to make devotional music the summom bonum of Indian life. Devotion is the Indian way of life. The intensity may vary, but the lifeline shall never be absent. It may be expressive and explosive or subtle and symbolic.

The Course

Students are taught the basics of the Carnatic vocal technique, improving the range and tone of the voice and handling the stylistic ornamentation which is typical of the South Indian style. Later Geethas (small songs) and Krittis (performance pieces) will be learnt. Classes will also be about Sanskrit chants.

Please read the Rules and Regulations.

Procedure

Please fill out our application form and submit it by courier if you are not in Mysore to the YADAVA GIRI Centre (address is on the application form). In Mysore your physical presence and application needs to be made by meeting the course director or his representative at the GMA YADAVA GIRI Centre Monday to Friday 10.00 am to 12 noon ONLY. ALL students (old and new) are to fill out the application form for joining in any one of our courses and practices at mylifeYoga.

Registration

• Once in Mysore please register in person at the YADAVA GIRI Center from 10:00 am - 12:00 noon, Monday to Friday ONLY to begin your practice or class with us.

• Your dakshina has to be given once your place in the class is confirmed. Dakshinas are in advance.
• Dakshina has to be cash if you are paying locally or Western Union Transfer if remitted from abroad (please confirm about details of the beneficiary before transfer and get our confirmation by e-mail).
• Dakshinas given are only for the class registered for. If a class is missed you can not make it up by attending another class.
• For cancellations and refunds there will not be any. No refunds under any circumstances.
• Dakshina rates are for all classes. Dates and dakshinas are subject to change without notice. For all programmes students are subject to the suggested dakshina in effect at the time of final payment.
• Personal cheques and bank transfers are not accepted as dakshina. Check individual centers for methods of dakshina.

FOR INFO REGARDING DAKSHINA FOR THIS TRAINTING CONTACT US.
Dakshina is an offering given with love and devotion.

• There is a registration fee.
• The centre has the right to cancel classes/courses due to unforeseen circumstances without prior notice. Cancellation of a course by the centre will result in a full refund of any monies paid.
• All practices are designed with a weekly schedule in mind subject to the student’s progress. It will be advisable to join the class on the 1st of every month. Nevertheless subject to availability you can join anytime. A basic one month practice is essential to begin with. Three months will be ideal to get to level 1.
• Ours is a charitable trust and in service for proper education to people and students. All dakshinas received, go for its up keep and providing scholarships for students who cannot afford to pay their fees for courses taken by them on our scholarship programme.