Hindustani Singer Teacher

If you come over to Shivanagar 69, right on the 12th Main in Rajajinagar, you’ll find where the music happens. This is the spot for Hindustani Singer Teacher. It’s not a big academy or a formal school with a reception desk. It’s just a room where we sit down and go through the scales and the songs. The neighborhood is usually quite lively, but once the door is closed, we focus on the notes. There’s a harmonium and some mats on the floor. It’s a very simple setup. We don't have any fancy soundproofing, so sometimes you can hear the sounds from the street filtering in. That’s just part of it. We spend hours practicing and teaching the old ways of singing. It’s more about the patience and the repetition than anything else. People from around Rajajinagar come here to learn, and we just take it one lesson at a time. It’s a small, personal space. There are no brochures or big advertisements out front. People usually hear about the classes from their neighbors or friends. We keep things informal. You might get a cup of tea if you’re here at the right time. It is a humble place, but it serves the purpose for anyone wanting to learn the craft of singing in this part of town. We’ve been at this address for years and don't plan on moving anywhere else anytime soon.