I was thinking today to start this post in a different way. Always starting with a 'hi' or a 'hello' sounded more like an email. Isn't it?? Another dilemma haunting me was, should I post about basics of Indian classical music first or about Bansuri the instrument itself. Than I thought starting off with the instrument would be a nice idea. So, here we are. Lets see, hmmmm... Bansuri as you all know is made up of bamboo wood and is one of the oldest musical instruments known to humans. It is found in many civilizations. Hence, it has many different versions or types too..Irish flute, Indian flute, South Indian flute(Venu), Chinese flute etc. Indian Bamboo Flute - Bansuri Irish Flute South Indian - Venu Chinese Flute Dizi All of the above flutes are played transversely, but, there are flutes which can be played like a whistle, in a straight way. Straight and Transverse Flutes The instrument that I am learning and the one a...
Bansuri is a musical instrument made from bamboo and it is often called as the Indian Bamboo Flute. I began learning the Bansuri from the month of January,2016. Being a working professional it is difficult to learn from a Guru. Mainly due to the time factor. I am trying to do as much as I can on my own. This blog is for all such people like me, with whom I can share some lessons to help them begin their journeys as well. Happy Bansuri Playing to All!!!!!