Develop Your Musical Ear for Voice & Harmonium
Nov
19
to Dec 17

Develop Your Musical Ear for Voice & Harmonium

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This module is part of a 3 part series called

The Complete Harmonium Player.

Modules can be taken individually, provided you meet the prerequisites listed for each, or combined at a discounted rate.

develop your ear for voice & Harmonium

In this course you will develop your ability to hear music in a more deep and refined way through ear training and listening exercises within the context of devotional music, primarily kirtan. Building on an understanding of scales and chords, we will study intervals (the space between notes), learn how to find notes on the harmonium by listening to recordings, and how to transpose music into different keys.

To participate, you need to either have completed module 1 of this series or already be familiar with western note names and have a basic understanding of playing and constructing a major scale.

We will cover: training your voice and ear through singing exercises (Solfeggio system), how to identify the space (interval) between notes, how to sing different intervals. 

You will be given homework assignments each week and will be encouraged to spend time study and practicing in between classes.

This is a hybrid course with live online classes, plus pre-recorded content. This class is not only educational but also provides an opportunity to build community and make connections with others.

One private, 30-minute coaching session with Seth is included in this course, to be scheduled on your own time. The session must take place before the course is over, and after it has begun.

Objectives

  • Train your ear to be able to find different pitches (notes) on the keyboard

  • Develop the ability to hear the relationship between notes (intervals)

  • Learn the basics of transcribing and transposing music

The course includes

  • 10+ on-demand, pre-recorded video lessons (1 year access)

  • 5 hours of live classes (with video playback)

  • Private community chat platform

  • Downloadable PDFs and audio recordings

  • 1 private, 30-minute coaching sessions with Seth (scheduled separately)

  • BONUS: Free 1-month Sangha membership, ($59 value) with access to 4 live classes and 180+ instruction videos, valid only during the live course

Prerequisites

  • Have harmonium or other keyboard instrument . If you wish to purchase an instrument, please contact Ferdie for a list of recommended harmonium vendors.

  • Can play your instrument at a basic level (not complete beginner)

  • Completion of module 1 of this training and/or:

  • Easily able to identify black and white notes on keyboard by western note names (A, B, C etc.)

  • Basic familiarity with major scales, major and minor chords

Dates and Times

Registration closes November 19th

Course content access begins: November 19th

Live Course Meetings

November 26th-December 17th

4 Wednesdays

11am -12:15pm EST (New York)*

*All classes will be recorded for playback if you are unable to attend live and available right after each session.

Bonus Drop-In Class Meetings

4 Thursdays*

11am-12:15pm

November 27th-December 18th

These Thursday classes are part of our Sangha Membership, which meets year-round and you can optionally join after the course is over.

Private Sessions

Please schedule your private 30 min session Mon-Fri between 9am-7pm EST (based on availability) during weeks 2, 3 or 4 of the course.

*Your private session will expire after the final week of the course.

Pricing

Complete Training (3 Modules):

Regular - $1199 (save $148 by signing up for all three)

Early - $999 (save $200)

*Earlybird offer expires Sept 1st. Coupon automatically applied at checkout

Sign up here

Per module:

Regular - $449.

Early - $349

*Earlybird offer expires Oct 20th. Coupon automatically applied at checkout

Sign up here

Class size is limited to allow for more personal attention and a more intimate, group experience. Early registration is recommended to ensure a space.

*Registration for this course closes on Wednesday, Nov 19th*

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY

Should you need to cancel for any reason, if you give *at least 1 week notice* from the start date, you will receive a full refund minus a *$50 cancellation fee.* With less than 1 week notice *no refund* will be given.

If you are on a payment plan, the same cancellation policy still applies. You will still be charged for your second payment once it is 1 week earlier than the start date.

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Seth Lieberman

Seth Lieberman is a musician and yoga teacher residing in the Hudson Valley of New York. A lifelong music maker, he studied music composition, theory, clarinet, and piano at the University of Maryland, where he received BA in Music. During his 10 years of time living in Brooklyn, NY, he completed 3 different yoga teacher trainings. Seth has joined his two passions of music and yoga through playing and teaching the harmonium, leading kirtan, and creating original music related to mantra and yoga. He has been actively teaching harmonium both online and in-person for the past 8 years and has helped bring the joy of mantra and music to many students throughout the world.

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Chant Writing for Harmonium
Jan
14
to Feb 11

Chant Writing for Harmonium

You’ll take your understanding of music theory and harmonium playing techniques to the next level and learn how to write your own music by taking a closer look at how melodies are composed, how chords are used to support a melody line, and how to create your own melodies and chord accompaniment.

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Foundations of Music for Harmonium
Oct
1
to Oct 29

Foundations of Music for Harmonium

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This module is part of a 3 part series called

The Complete Harmonium Player.

Modules can be taken individually, provided you meet the prerequisites listed for each, or combined at a discounted rate.

Foundations of mUsic

In this first module of our 3 part series, we’ll lay the groundwork for a deeper study of the harmonium and music theory (western) within the context of devotional music, primarily kirtan. You will learn the essential principles of melody, harmony, and rhythm and how they apply to keyboard instruments and western music in general. You will also gain more skills specifically for harmonium playing.

To participate, you do not need to have any experience with music theory - just a basic understanding of how to play the harmonium and be able to identify the keys on the keyboard by letter name (western).

We will cover: major scales, major keys, major and minor chords, chord inversions and specific voicings for harmonium, and exercises for developing more dexterity on the keyboard. You will be given homework assignments each week and will be encouraged to spend time studying and practicing in between classes.

This is a hybrid course with live online classes, plus pre-recorded content. This class is not only educational but also provides an opportunity to build community and make connections with others.

One private, 30-minute coaching session with Seth is included in this course, to be scheduled on your own time. The session must take place before the course is over, and after it has begun.

Objectives

  • Learn the foundational elements of rhythm, melody, and harmony

  • Deepen your understanding of the keyboard and harmonium

  • Prepare you for a deeper study of music and creativity provided in modules 2 and 3

The course includes

  • 10+ on-demand, pre-recorded video lessons (1 year access)

  • 5 hours of live classes (with video playback)

  • Private community chat platform

  • Downloadable PDFs and audio recordings

  • 1 private, 30-minute coaching sessions with Seth (scheduled separately)

  • BONUS: Free 1-month Sangha membership, ($59 value) with access to 4 live classes and 180+ instruction videos, valid only during the live course

Prerequisites

  • Basic knowledge of how to play the harmonium

  • Ability to identify all of the notes on keyboard by Western names (A, B, C, etc.)

  • Students must provide their own harmonium. If you wish to purchase an instrument, please contact Ferdie for a list of recommended harmonium vendors.

Dates and TimeS:

Registration closes October 1st

Course content access begins: October 1st

Live Course Meetings

October 8th-October 29th

4 Wednesdays

11am -12:15pm EST (New York)*

*All classes will be recorded for playback if you are unable to attend live and available right after each session.

Bonus Drop-In Class Meetings

4 Thursdays*

11am-12:15pm

October 9th-October 30th

These Thursday classes are part of our Sangha Membership, which meets year-round and you can optionally join after the course is over.

Private Sessions

Please schedule your private 30 min session Mon-Fri between 9am-7pm EST (based on availability) during weeks 2, 3 or 4 of the course.

*Your private session will expire after the final week of the course.

PRICING:

Complete Training (3 Modules):

Regular - $1199 (save $148 by signing up for all three)

Early - $999 (save $200)

*Earlybird offer expires Sept 1st. Coupon automatically applied at checkout

Sign up with code SERIES200 here

Per module:

Regular - $449.

Early - $349

*Earlybird offer expires Sept 1st. Coupon automatically applied at checkout

Sign up with code EARLY100 here

Class size is limited to allow for more personal attention and a more intimate, group experience. Early registration is recommended to ensure a space.

*Registration for this course closes on Wednesday, Oct 1st*

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Should you need to cancel for any reason, if you give *at least 1 week notice* from the start date, you will receive a full refund minus a *$50 cancellation fee.* With less than 1 week notice *no refund* will be given.

If you are on a payment plan, the same cancellation policy still applies. You will still be charged for your second payment once it is 1 week earlier than the start date.

Register here

Seth Lieberman

Seth Lieberman is a musician and yoga teacher residing in the Hudson Valley of New York. A lifelong music maker, he studied music composition, theory, clarinet, and piano at the University of Maryland, where he received BA in Music. During his 10 years of time living in Brooklyn, NY, he completed 3 different yoga teacher trainings. Seth has joined his two passions of music and yoga through playing and teaching the harmonium, leading kirtan, and creating original music related to mantra and yoga. He has been actively teaching harmonium both online and in-person for the past 8 years and has helped bring the joy of mantra and music to many students throughout the world.

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Harmonium & Kirtan Retreat on Spetses Island, Greece
Jul
9
to Jul 14
HARMONIUM, MUSIC

Harmonium & Kirtan Retreat on Spetses Island, Greece

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This 6 day/5 night educational and experiential retreat will provide participants an immersion into a study of music, the practice of kirtan, and Bhakti Yoga in a private villa in Greece, surrounded by beautiful surroundings with a community of fellow harmonium and kirtan lovers. Southeastern Europe awaits you!

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Voice & Harmonium Course: A Level I Training
May
14
to Jun 11

Voice & Harmonium Course: A Level I Training

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Are you a harmonium player who loves the practice of kirtan and are feeling called to dive deeper into your voice and harmonium playing? This live-online Voice & Harmonium Level I course will help you open your voice, sing with more ease and confidence, level up your harmonium playing, learn new chant music, and make some great connections with others. This is an opportunity to immerse yourself in practice and accelerate your growth as a singer and harmonium player.

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Intro to Harmonium (Live Online)
Jan
29
to Feb 26

Intro to Harmonium (Live Online)

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Learn the fundaments of harmonium and kirtan in an accessible, comprehensive, and fun way! The harmonium is a relatively easy instrument to learn and requires no prior musical experience with the approach. This is an ideal program for anyone wishing to get start playing and be able to take Level I and higher courses, weekly drop-in classes, and participate in our Harmonium Mastermind program.

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Harmonium & Kirtan Retreat on Spetses Island, Greece
Jul
18
to Jul 22
HARMONIUM, MUSIC

Harmonium & Kirtan Retreat on Spetses Island, Greece

  • Spetses Island, Greece (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This 5 day/4 night educational and experiential retreat will provide participants an immersion into a study of music, the practice of kirtan, and Bhakti Yoga in a private villa in Greece, surrounded by beautiful surroundings with a community of fellow harmonium and kirtan lovers. Southeastern Europe awaits you!

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