Beginner Questions

• Am I too late to start? Will I be able to learn the bansuri?

Not at all!
There's a well-known saying - "Better late than never". Music isn’t limited by age — what matters most is interest, patience, and consistent effort. Many learners start as adults with no prior musical background and make beautiful progress. With guided practice and the right approach, anyone can learn the bansuri at their own pace.

• I don't have music background, am I eligible to learn?

Absolutely. No prior musical background is required to learn the bansuri.
Beginners of any age or professional background can start learning with guided instruction and consistent practice. Interest, dedication, and patience are the only true requirements.

• How much time will it take to learn?

Every learner’s journey is different.

• Learning to play fundamental notes and basic alankars may take a few weeks with regular practice.

• Playing simple tunes or beginner-friendly musical pieces usually takes a few months as finger coordination and breath control improve.

• Deeper understanding of Hindustani classical music — including raga structure, expression, and improvisation — develops gradually over years.

In the vast ocean of music, we are always learning; this is a lifelong journey of growth, patience, and discovery.

We emphasize steady progress through regular practice rather than fixed timelines.

• How much practice is required ?

Consistent practice is more effective than long but irregular sessions.

While beginners may start with shorter practice sessions, aiming for at least 1 hour of daily riyaaz is ideal for long-term growth.

Regular, focused practice is the key — the more you invest in riyaaz, the deeper your connection with the bansuri becomes.

• Which flute shall I buy as beginner ?

We teach Hindustani classical flute using the side-blown, six-hole bamboo bansuri.

For beginners, it’s best to start with a mid-range bansuri that is comfortable to hold and blow.

• Generally, beginners are advised to start with a C scale medium flute (Right or Left based on comfortable holding side).

• For smaller children, smaller flutes such as D, D#, or E scale medium may be recommended depending on finger comfort.

• After completing the beginner level, students may move to a G base flute.

• With further progress, an E base flute is commonly used for Hindustani classical learning and performances.

Students are advised to use natural bamboo flutes and avoid PVC flutes.

• Should I buy an expensive flute? Can you recommend good makers?

High-quality flutes offer better tone, tuning stability, and ease of playing, but it is not necessary to buy expensive flutes at the initial stage. It is better to start with a reliable, well-tuned, mid-range instrument and upgrade later based on progress and budget.

Recommended makers:
Harshwardhan, Mukund, Punam, Kanha, Sarfuddin, Raghav Baddi, Satyabrata, Hegde Flutes, Deepak Soni

(Availability may vary; guidance can be provided based on the location)

• From where to buy flutes - Online or From store?

It is always preferable to buy a flute by visiting a nearby store, where you can check holding comfort and basic tuning.

If offline purchase is not feasible, flutes can be bought online through the makers’ official websites or by directly contacting them.

• Guru is not available nearby, Can I learn online ?

While learning directly from a guru in person is ideal, online learning is an excellent alternative when offline classes are not accessible due to location, time constraints, or a busy schedule.

• Online sessions allow learning at a comfortable pace.

• One-to-one and group classes can be conducted effectively.

• With proper guidance, feedback, and dedicated riyaaz, online learners progress very well.