Vidya Subramanian presents
Pre-recorded downloadable audio lessons
Based on popular demand, Vidya is pleased to bring out pre-recorded audio lesson sets. Each Lesson Set contains a mix of carefully selected songs, complete with English notation in PDF format. The songs rendered by Vidya as well as the audio lessons (appropriately formatted for the student to repeat and learn by listening and/or following the notation) are in MP3 format. Upon receipt of payment, a secure download link will be sent to the buyer's email address for immediate digital download.
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How to order
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Important note: A lot of time and effort has gone into preparing these lessons. Please do not make or distribute unauthorized copies of these lessons. Do feel free to back up your purchased material for your reference, but kindly respect the artiste's time and effort and discourage piracy.
Sample Audio Lessons (free)
Beginner Song Sample: Mooshika Vahana - Hamsadhwani - Adi
Notation - Mooshika Vahana - Hamsadhwani - Adi (.pdf)
Rendition of Mooshika Vahana by Vidya Subramanian (MP3)
Kalyana Rama - Hamsanadham - Adi - Oothukadu Venkata Kavi
Notation - Kalyanarama - Hamsanadham - Adi - OVK (.pdf)
Kalyana Rama Audio Lesson by Vidya Subramanian (MP3)
Rendition of Kalyana Rama by Vidya Subramanian (MP3)
Swaminatha Paripalaya - Nattai - Adi - Muthuswamy Dikshitar
Notation - Swaminatha paripalaya - Nattai - Adi - Dikshitar (.pdf)
Swaminatha Paripalaya Audio Lesson by Vidya Subramanian (MP3)
Rendition of Swaminatha Paripalaya by Vidya Subramanian (MP3)
Product Code B123: Beginner Carnatic Set USD 25 To directly download the Beginner Set audio in full or by track, visit Amazon.com Beginner Carnatic Set  |
3 volume Beginner Set containing over 30 items. Vol 1 contains simple pieces for the beginner, with Vol. 2 and Vol. 3 containing progressively complex pieces. Care has been taken to include a mix of composers, languages, ragams, talams to provide the beginning level learner with a good introduction to various musical aspects. Each Vol. has over 10 pieces. Lyrics and lesson notes in English included. Renderings are in sruti 6 ("A"). Please note this audio product is not in lesson format, but has renditions of all the songs in a slow, easy to sing along format. An ideal, easy-to-follow set for a Beginner to Carnatic music. Click on the button below to pay via Paypal in a secure transaction. |
Product Code MSA: 72 Melakarta Scales and Alankarams in 6 Ragams- 2 Vol Set USD 20 To directly download the audio in full or by track, visit Amazon.com: 72 Melakarta Scales & Amazon.com: Alankarams in 6 Ragams  |
This two volume set contains Arohanam/Avarohanam for each of the 72 Melakarta Ragams with simple explanatory notes in Vol 1, and Alankarams rendered in the following Ragams - Shankarabharanam, Pantuvarali, Kharaharapriya, Kalyani, Todi and Harikambhoji in Vol 2. Excellent practice to improve voice culture and grasp of swaras. All audio is in slow, easy to sing along MP3 format. A great way to strengthen one's grasp of fundamentals. Suitable for students of all levels. Renderings are in sruti 6 ("A") Please note this audio product is not in lesson format, but has renditions of all the songs in a slow, easy to sing along format. An ideal, easy-to-follow set for a Beginner to Carnatic music. Click on the button below to pay via Paypal in a secure transaction. |
Product Code A101: Improvisation in Carnatic Vocals - Alapana 101 Lesson Set USD 14.99 To directly download only the audio in full or by track, visit Amazon.com: Alapana 101  |
Ever wondered about how Indian classical musicians improvise so effortlessly? Learn to sing Alapana (free flowing Carnatic style improvisation) on vocals! Each lesson has lucid English language explanations. This audio set contains six lessons, each covering alapana or free flowing improvisation in a well known Carnatic raga (melody). Each lesson is approximately 40 minutes in duration. Explanations in English help draw listener attention to various highlights of the ragas (melodies). Ragas taught - Mohanam, Saveri, Madhyamavathy, Sriranjani, Kalyani and Kambhoji. Price includes a full set of accompanying notes (English pdf). Suitable for Intermediate to advanced learners Click on the button below to pay via Paypal in a secure transaction. |
Product Code AIT: Andal's Immortal Tiruppavai Complete Lesson Set USD 30 To directly download only the audio in full or by track, visit Amazon.com Tiruppavai Vol 1 & Amazon.com Tiruppavai Vol 2  |
Learn to sing all 30 Tiruppavai songs at your own pace, from the comfort of your home! Andal's 30 immortal poems forming the Tiruppavai composed in beautiful Tamizh have been rendered in distinct ragams. The set includes lyrics, detailed notations, meanings, pre-recorded class/lesson (all in English) for each Tiruppavai as well as a complete rendition for reference and practice. Ragam appreciation comments have also been included in the course of each lesson. Suitable for students of all levels. Click on the button below to pay via Paypal in a secure transaction. |
Product Code KS1: Krishna Songs Vol I Lesson Set USD 25  |
Ideal for self-learning. Includes 5 complete lessons with English language audio instructions, full song mp3, pdf notations. Suitable for intermediate to advanced learners. Contents - 5 Kritis 1. Alaippayuthey - Kaanada - Adi - Oothukkaadu Venkatasubbaiyyer 2. Saamaja Vara Gamana - Hindolam - Adi - Thyagaraja 3. Tillana - Madhuvanti - Adi - Lalgudi Jayaraman 4. Sri Venugopala - Kurinji - Misra Jhampa - Muthuswamy Dikshitar 5. Paahi Paahi Jaganmohana Krishna - Nadanamakriya - Adi - Narayana Teertha Click on the button below to pay via Paypal in a secure transaction. |
Product Code DS1: Devi Songs Vol I Lesson Set USD 25  |
Ideal for self-learning. Includes 5 complete lessons with English language audio instructions, full song mp3, pdf notations. Suitable for intermediate to advanced learners. Contents - 5 Kritis 1. Saraswati namosthuthe - Saraswathi - Rupakam - G N Balasubramaniam 2. Kaumari - Gaurivelavali - Adi - Dikshitar 3. Saarasamukhi - Gowdamalhaar - Rupakam - Harikesanallur Muthiah Bhagavatar 4. Nee ninaindhaal - Darbaari kaanada - Adi - Periasami Thooran 5. Karunai Deivame - Sindubhairavi - Adi - Madurai T Srinivasan Click on the button below to pay via Paypal in a secure transaction. |
Product Code V1: Varnams Vol I Lesson Set USD 30  |
Ideal for self-learning. Includes 5 complete varnam lessons with English language audio instructions, full song mp3, pdf notations. Suitable for intermediate to advanced learners. Over 3 hours of audio content Contents - 5 Varnams 1. Thanjam enraale - Abhogi - Adi - Papanasam Sivan 2. Neeve gaani - Mandaari - Adi - Lalgudi Jayaraman 3. Chalamu seya - Valaj - Adi - Lalgudi Jayaraman 4. Karunimpa - Sahana - Adi - Tiruvottriyoor Thiagaiyyar 5. Sarasija nabha - Kambhoji - Ata - Vadivelu Click on the button below to pay via Paypal in a secure transaction. |
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