Discover, Learn & Master Indian Classical Music
Darbar Academy offers live and on-demand music courses guided by world-class maestros. From beginners taking their first steps to advanced students refining their craft, our globally accessible platform empowers you to learn, grow, and connect deeply with the tradition of Indian classical music.
Start Your Musical JourneyLive Courses
Discover the best of Indian classical music education with the best in the genre
Vocals
Learn to Sing in Tune with Indrani Mukherjee (All Levels)
Sitar
Learn to Play Sitar with Roopa Panesar (Intermediate)
Bhajan
Devotional Music rooted in Ragas with Shashwati Mandal (Intermediate)
Sitar
Introduction to Sitar with Srijanee Banerjee (Beginner)
Tabla
Learn to Play Tabla with Gurdain Rayatt (Beginner)
Veena
Learn to Play Veena with Sahana S.V (Beginner)
Mridangam
Learn to Play Mridangam with Jayachandra Rao (Beginner)
Flute
Learn to Play Carnatic Flute with Shashank Subramanyam (Beginner)
Beyond the online sessions
You will get chances to attend maestro masterclasses, festival performances, summer intensives, and a dedicated student portal — Darbar opens doors to the magical world of music.
About Us
The Darbar Academy is a premier online learning platform and app dedicated to nurturing a new generation of Indian classical musicians who will sustain this art form with pride and passion. We bring lessons to the comfort of your home, offering focused online LIVE classes led by some of the world’s most distinguished musicians.
Learn MoreUpcoming Events
Introduction to Mridangam with Jayachandra Rao
Today • 10:30 PM GMT+5:30
From £5.00
Introduction to Sitar with Srijanee Banerjee
Saturday • 9:00 PM GMT+5:30
From £5.00
Learn to Sing in Tune with Indrani Mukherjee
Sat, Jan 10 • 10:30 PM GMT+5:30
From £5.00
Students Testimonials
Indraniji's patience and non-judgemental encouragement helps build confidence. She is an excellent teacher and creates a personal connection required to establish the guru-disciple relationship. The homework and feedback are extremely valuable... helped me make strides on swar gyaan and swar sthaan.
Vinaya
UAE
I absolutely love the teaching sessions with Indrani ji. They are so very well organised and structured. Each session is so informative and so packed with content. I'm overwhelmed with Indrani Ji's kindness in sharing all her knowledge so openly. This course has gone above and beyond all my expectations.
Gobind
UK
I’ve been learning Mridangam from Jayachandra Rao Sir for the past few years, and I can honestly say he has transformed the way I understand rhythm. When I first joined, I struggled even with basic lessons, but Sir patiently broke everything down and made sure I understood the logic behind every stroke.
Sumaiya
India
Your Student Access to Darbar Player
All our students gain special access to Darbar Player at a discounted price of just £40 for your first year (normally £99).
This subscription opens the door to a treasure trove of Indian classical music—featuring the largest collection of concert recordings, interviews with leading musicians, films, documentaries, behind-the-scenes content, and more.
Enrich your learning experience and deepen your understanding of Indian classical music with us.
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As a student of Darbar Academy, become part of our private Facebook group. Connect with fellow students, share your progress, and engage with instructors for ongoing support. Our student-first community is the perfect space to ask questions, share tips, and celebrate your musical journey together.
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