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KIRTAN CONNECTION (Level One)

Unlock the mysteries of kirtan in this practical and in-depth course.

Learn:
- How to lead a kirtan
- Melody structures
- Rhythm structures
- Harmonium basics: playing by ear
- Karatala (hand-cymbal) basics

Also:
- Discover the roots of kirtan
- Explore kirtan today
- The art and mood of leading a kirtan

This course will include discussions, demonstrations, instrument practice, essay reflections, and opportunities to lead kirtan in the group and in public settings. Be prepared to immerse yourself in the experience of kirtan.

Class 1 9/15

Intro to Kirtan History, Mood

Class Structure Introduced

Meet and Greet, Discussions, Explorations

Class 2 9/22

Segment: RAGA [Melody]

- Intro to the structure of Hare Krishna melodies

* basic, complex

- Intro to harmonium

Class 3 9/29

Segment: RAGA

- Basics of singing, finding your voice

Class 4 10/6

Segment: TALA [Rhythm]

- Basics of karatalas

Class 5 - 10/13

- Basics of mridanga

- Basics of mridanga kirtan beats in relation to kirtan progression

Class 6 10/20

Segment: RAGA & TALA

- Kirtan progession

- Beginning and ending a kirtan

- Styles of kirtan

Class 7 10/27

- Kirtan Etiquette

- Group Assignments / Projects

Class 8 11/3

- Group Sharings

- Kirtan!

Classes will include homework assignments with any of one or more of the following: written, research, fieldwork, interviews, group work