Customized Lessons for You
Whether you are looking to become more familiar with the harmonium, learn chants by your favorite kirtan artists for home practice, or share kirtan with your yoga classes, Seth will work with your individual interests and ability level to help you create your own meaningful relationship with your instrument. In lessons, you will not only learn about the technical aspects of playing and practicing the harmonium, based on Seth’s many years of training as a classical musician, but you will also learn how to better use your body, breath, and posture for playing and singing. Seth offers to teach you a diverse collection of familiar chant melodies and also will take the time to learn new chants brought to him by request. He will also provide you with notation for the chants using an easy-to-learn notation system that he developed so you can practice at home.
All harmonium lessons include:
Personalized instruction for playing the harmonium and singing tailored to your needs
A wide range of chant melodies for practice at home
Requests to learn your favorite chants, which Seth with prepare for your lesson
An accessible sheet music notation for each chant, developed by Seth, to assist in your learning of new chants
Voice and chanting instruction, grounded in mindfulness, anatomy, and breath awareness
Tips for effective practicing at home
The joy of playing and chanting together during your session
Study with Seth in-person in New York City, New Jersey, The Hudson Valley, or Online via Zoom or Skype.
“I learned far more than just harmonium working with Seth, as he would link and interweave yogic concepts and awareness of my breath. The lessons created a space for me to express myself and gave me the confidence to lead kirtan at the beginning of my yoga classes.”
“Seth has been an extraordinary teacher for me. He knows exactly what I need, both musically and psychologically. He supports me when I’m feeling vulnerable, yet sets goals which enable me to sing and play at a level that I didn’t think possible. Seth’s patience and equanimity are exactly what I need when I’m anxious about my ability to master a new challenge. Every lesson is a joy, even when I’m feeling unsure of myself.
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