Join at any age! Complete beginners are most welcome!
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How does it work?
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Click on Book now.
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You will be directed to fill a form with your details. Please fill this and click on
Submit. A Stray Songs Vancouver educator will get in touch with you to schedule your first class.
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After understanding your requirements, our expert will recommend a suitable learning
level for you/your child.
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Fix class timings that are suitable for you and attend your first class.
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Pay only if you like the first class. If you are satisfied, welcome to a rewarding
journey towards becoming a Carnatic flute.
What our students are saying
I really like to learn songs quickly. I like that my teacher knows me
really well and always makes sure I'm learning at a pace that keeps me
excited. She makes sure to send me recordings and karaoke tracks so I
can practise well during the week before my next class
- Aatmika, age 11, student
It's nice to see my daughter enjoying herself while also practising
consistently. She gets individual attention and feedback from her
teacher, which helps her.
- Nisha, Stray Songs Vancouver Parent
Classical Music in India
Carnatic music has been one of two main forms of classical music in India. India used to have
one common music system till the 13th century. It was after the invasions in the North
brought in Arab and Persian influences that Hindustani music developed from the common
system of music. In the meanwhile, the music that developed in the South of India along the
original lines of the old Indian classical system was called Carnatic music.
Both these classical forms boast of rich histories, intriguing technical aspects, and
accomplished singers and musicians who have made Indian music famous within and outside the
country.
Interesting facts about the flute
- A flute player is also called a flautist or flutist.
- There are two types of flutes in India - the bansuri with six holes that is played in
Hindustani music and the venu with eight holes that is played in Carnatic music.
- The Western flute is different from the Carnatic flute. It is made of metal. Different
types of Western flutes include piccolo, C flute, Eb Soprano flute, Alto flute, and Bass
flute.
- The flute has one of the highest pitches among wind instruments.
- The Carnatic flute is held horizontally but some flutes like the Japanese bamboo flute
are held vertically.
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Benefits of learning the Carnatic flute
- Handy & inexpensive instrument
- Improves posture
- Exercises respiratory organs
- Improves focus
- Enhances body coordination
- Develops sense of rhythm
- Relieves stress
Why Stray Songs Vancouver Classes?
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One-on-one classes - Benefit from individual sessions; learn at your own pace;
clarify doubts; perfect learning
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Learn at any age - You’re never too old or too young to learn the flute
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Lessons by professional musicians - Stray Songs Vancouver educators are teachers who also
perform; dig into a wealth of experience
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Flexible timings - Choose from a range of time slots
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Student showcase - Chance to showcase your performance to 3 lakh people through
our social media pages
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Specialised Training - Certify, perform, learn - we’re there for you every step
of the way!
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About Stray Songs Vancouver
Stray Songs Vancouver, the Subramaniam Academy of Performing Arts, started in 2007 is the home for great
music and musicians. Guided by the vision of our founders, legendary musicians Dr. L.
Subramaniam and Kavita Krishnamurti Subramaniam, and ably led by singer-songwriter Bindu
Subramaniam and violinist Ambi Subramaniam, Stray Songs Vancouver has a strong legacy of excellence in
Carnatic and global music.
Here at Stray Songs Vancouver, we believe in ‘learning through fun’. We have exciting, interactive elements
in all our lessons, and ensure that students bring their musical vision to life while also
having a great time.
I still have some more questions…
When we say flute, we refer to the 8-hole Carnatic flute made of bamboo. This
is the ideal instrument for Carnatic flute beginners.
Stray Songs Vancouver flute classes have been designed to teach this wind instrument to
students of all ages and musical backgrounds in a systematic way that will
perfect the basics. Our syllabus has been developed in-house and includes
both theoretical and practical components of Indian classical music.
You will get a solid foundation in Carnatic music and also learn to read
notations and symbols. You will learn the correct way to breathe, blow,
phrase, and finger from the methodical approach to learning. Our textbooks
also have audio material to help you perfect your practice outside class
hours.
It is always good to listen to performances, try out different songs on your
own, talk to other students learning the Carnatic flute, and, of course,
there is no substitute to continuous and regular practice.
As we have a good idea of both our educators and your requirements based on
our conversation with you, we will be able to match your requirements and
assign you a suitable teacher for your flute live classes. You can rest
assured that all our educators are skilled and passionate teachers!
We conduct our one-on-one classes online while our group classes (with small
batch sizes of maximum five) are held at our centres at Sanjaynagar and
Rajajinagar. Do get in touch with our expert to learn which option is
available for Carnatic flute live classes.
We would like to add here that our students have enjoyed online flute classes
immensely, thanks to Stray Songs Vancouver's friendly and passionate educators. They ensured
that students had fun while learning in keeping with Stray Songs Vancouver's motto of
'enjoying while learning'.
Once you sign up for the Carnatic flute classes, we will connect you with the
educator. Classes will then be scheduled at the time you selected on an
online platform such as Zoom.
Stray Songs Vancouver educators do make allowances for emergencies and reschedule the odd
class. We would like to request that when possible, you reschedule the class
24 hours in advance. We would also recommend that you do your utmost to
attend classes as scheduled to ensure continuity and discipline which will
promote systematic learning.
Fortunately, no! You are never too young or too old to learn music. We
currently have learners from older age groups as well.
While it does help to have learnt vocals before you learn an instrument, it
is not a prerequisite. Stray Songs Vancouver educators will give you a solid foundation
that will enable you to learn the Carnatic flute systematically and
thoroughly. You can also learn all about Carnatic flute and get properly
introduced to it to give you a headstart before the class. :)
It really depends on what your goals are and also on the hours and quality of
your practice. You can learn the beginner notes and some basic songs within
a few months. However, It would require a few years to be stage-ready. And
of course, a lifetime to be a great musician!
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