Gamaka Mastery – Level 2: Pillari Geethams (Standard Plan)

  • From plain notes to expressive renditions — master your first Geethams.

Created by Sriharsha Ramkumar

  • English

About the course

Course Description

Take the next step in your Carnatic flute journey by learning Pillari Geethams, the first compositions taught to every Carnatic music student. This course builds upon Gamaka Mastery – Level 1 (Foundations) and introduces you to four traditional Geethams, where you will apply plain notes first and then gradually add gamakas to make the compositions sound authentically Carnatic.

You will begin with an introduction to what makes Geethams unique—their structure, raga foundation, and importance as a bridge between exercises and kritis. Each Geetham is taught in a progressive sequence:

1. Swaras with thala (vocal practice)

2. Sahitya with thala (vocal, line by line)

3. Step-by-step flute tutorial with plain notes

4. Adding gamakas (flute, step by step)

5. Complete Geetham with gamakas (reference performance)

The Geethams covered in this course are:

  • Geetham 1: Lambodhara Lakumikara
  • Geetham 2: Kundhagowra
  • Geetham 3: Kereya Neeranu
  • Geetham 4: Padhumanabha

With structured lessons, vocal–flute integration, and clear gamaka application, this course will help you move from technical exercises to full compositions, preparing you for higher-level kritis and varnams.


🎯 Key Takeaways

  • Learn 4 traditional Pillari Geethams, step by step.
  • Understand how to sing and play swaras + sahitya with thala discipline.
  • Apply gamakas to plain notes and transform simple tunes into Carnatic renditions.
  • Strengthen coordination of rhythm, melody, and expression.
  • Build a solid bridge between exercises and advanced compositions.

📌 Course Format

  • 📹 HD video tutorials (vocal + flute breakdowns)
  • 🎼 Swara + sahitya lessons aligned with thala
  • 🪈 Flute tutorials in plain notes and gamaka style
  • 🎶 Reference performances of each Geetham
  • 📚 Lifetime access for self-paced learning

👉 By the end of this course, you’ll confidently play and sing four foundational Geethams with gamakas, giving you the expressive fluency needed for kritis, varnams, and advanced Carnatic repertoire.

Course Curriculum

What do we offer

Studio-quality video lessons

Professionally recorded HD lessons with clear demos—learn anytime with lifetime access. Short previews provided for relevant downloads.

Structured learning

Beginner-friendly paths from basics to mastery, with raga/thāla modules and mini-courses. Downloads include simple how-to notes where needed.

Community & Networking

Ask doubts, share recordings, and get feedback in student groups—available with selected plans.

Fast help & doubt-clearing

Quick assistance via in-lesson notes/Q&A and email or WhatsApp support for purchase or download queries.

Practice tools & resources

PDF notes, fingering charts, thāla guides, assignments, and play-along/backing tracks—plus ready-to-use assets for downloads.

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