About Deepak
Deepak focuses on imparting the rich musical heritage of North Indian classical music. With over a decade of dedicated training in India, his lessons are a deep dive into the culture and nuances of the Indian classical flute, emphasizing the emotional and spiritual expression that characterizes the tradition. His educational background is rooted in extensive personal study under the guidance of esteemed gurus, enriching his teaching with authenticity and depth. Deepak's instruction is available exclusively online, offering a flexible and accessible learning environment. Fluent in English, he welcomes students of all ages, aiming to share the transformative power of music. Book an interview now.
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My teaching philosophy is to teach both the instrument and overall North Indian classical music and its rich musical experience. The music of the Indian subcontinent is usually divided into two major traditions of classical music: Hindustani music of North India and Carnatic music of South India, although many regions of India also have their own musical traditions that are independent of these. One of the main differences between North Indian and South Indian music is the increased influence of Persian music and musical instruments in the north.
Name: Deepak (Full name will be provided upon registration)
Age: 30's
Gender: male
I have learnt Indian classical music for 10+ years in India and have rich learning experience from my guru. Would be interested to teach my students the heritage and cultural background of indian classical flute (Bansuri) acquired.
Indian Classical Flute (Bansuri) - Mostly 'E' Bass Flute (30 inches long) Bansuri is a very sensitive instrument; almost all the delicate graces, curves, embellishments and shades of classical music can be performed to perfection upon it. The highest order of music can be played on this instrument, and its resonance in mandra saptak (lower octave) leaves a rare charm in the minds of its listeners and hence mostly used for meditation, yoga music etc. Depending on the flute key, the length of the flute can be between two-and-a- half feet to less than three feet, depending upon the thickness of the wall and density of the bamboo. I can also teach ear training with the help of Indian classical music theory.
English
Rates and Studio Policies
Registration Fee: $25.00 (One-time lifetime registration fee may be used by all family members)
Rates for instruction:
30 minute private lesson: $39.00
45 minute private lesson: $49.00
60 minute private lesson: $59.00
Travel charge: additional $15.00 per visit (for lessons in a client's home as opposed to my studio)
1. Cancellation Policy
Lessons not cancelled or rescheduled with at least 24 hours notice are billable to the client and payable to the teacher. This does not of course apply to travel fees unless the notice is effectively given at the door and the teacher has travelled to the location.
2. Cessation (quitting) Policy
A client must provide a 2 lesson notice period to stop lessons. So a weekly student needs to give 2 weeks of notice, a biweekly student works out to 3 weeks notice and a twice weekly student works out to a week of notice.
3. Illness Policy
Lessons cancelled due to illness or extraordinary circumstances with less than 24 hours notice remain billable to the client and payable to the teacher.
BAH teachers are encouraged to offer a make-up lesson at a future date in the interest of client relations and general goodwill. This only makes sense as teaching a student with the flu for example, will ruin the rest of your week's employment.
No more than 2 lessons may be made up due to illness within a 60 day period.
4. Rescheduling Policy
Any lesson can be cancelled or rescheduled with at least 24 hours notice.
Summer Vacation and Extended Absence Policy
Clients may schedule longer absences for trips etc. 24 hours notice is required.
It is normal and typical for students and about 20% of our teachers to schedule a break in the summer. We do not enforce a notice period (see cessation of lessons) at the end of a long summer break.
5. Evaluation Period
There are no free trial lessons with Beethoven at Home but we do offer a 2 lesson evaluation period where it is easy to try out a teacher. There are no free lessons during the evaluation period and clients may choose to discontinue the lessons at any time by providing the required 24 hours notice. After the student's 3rd lesson the required 2 lesson notice period will apply (see cessation of lessons above).
Online lessons
Deepak can provide online instruction. While other platforms are possible BAH strongly recommends the use of the Zoom video conferencing platform as it is optimized for music lessons and audio quality.