Learn to Play Sitar with Srijanee BanerjeeÂ
Live Online Indian Classical training for Sitar
New Semester begins from January 2026
Levels for every skill
Beginners
- Proper sitting posture, hand positioning, mizrab technique, string plucking, basic meend, and control of playing and drone strings
- Understanding sitar parts, tuning and maintenance, basic jawari adjustment, and proper instrument care
- Learning the twelve swaras and their positions, basic scale patterns, octaves, and fundamental talas like Teental
- Simple riyaz exercises, alankars, paltas, introduction to ragas like Yaman or Bhupali, and basic slow gat compositions
- Developing hand coordination, ear training for pitch, finger strength, and steady rhythm
- Establishing consistent daily practice routines with proper warm-ups and gradual skill development
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Live Online Indian Classical training for Sitar
January 2026
1 hr a week
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English and Hindi (Devanagari script)
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Meet your Teacher
Srijanee Banerjee
Srijanee Banerjee is an accomplished sitarist born into a musically gifted family, whose journey with the instrument began in early childhood under the tutelage of her father, Shri Chandan Banerjee, and blossomed through advanced guidance from Late Pandit Ravi Sen and Dr Niladri Sen. In 2014, she joined the esteemed ITC Sangeet Research Academy, where she is now a Senior Scholar under Guru Pandit Partha Chatterjee. Academically, she holds an M.A. in Modern History from the University of Calcutta, graduating first class first. Srijanee has been recognised in numerous music competitions, including the Doverlane Music Competition, and has received prestigious awards such as "Sitar Kesari" from the Gokul Nag Memorial Foundation and the National Scholarship from the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. She has performed at leading music festivals and cultural events, including Swar Mangesh Festival (Goa), the 100th Birth Centenary of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (Bangladesh), the inauguration of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, and ITC Sangeet Sammelan 2023, and performs internationally as part of the all-female ensemble Female Affairs across India, Germany, Spain, and Japan.
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Students Testimonials
I am 29 years old and have been learning from Srijanee ji for the past year and a half. I am deeply grateful for the privilege of studying under her guidance. As a person, she possesses a kind and compassionate heart, creating a warm and supportive learning environment. As a teacher, she is truly exceptional—patient, knowledgeable, and skilled at breaking down complex concepts into accessible lessons. Her passion for sitar music is contagious, and she inspires me to practice and improve with each session. I highly recommend Srijanee ji to anyone looking to learn sitar music. Her dedication, expertise, and love for the instrument are truly inspiring, and I feel fortunate to be her student.
Navya Rudraruppa
Banglore
I have been learning under Ms. Srijanee Banerjee for the past three years. She is an outstanding sitar teacher who has not only nurtured my musical talents but also instilled in me a deep appreciation for the rich cultural heritage of Indian classical music. Her expertise in sitar playing is matched only by her exceptional teaching skills, making complex ragas and techniques accessible to students of all levels.
What sets Ms. Banerjee apart is her unwavering patience, encouragement, and dedication to her students' growth. She takes a genuine interest in each student's progress, offering personalized feedback and guidance that helps build confidence and artistry.
As a person, she is kind, humble, and inspiring, embodying the true spirit of a guru. I feel incredibly fortunate to have Ms. Srijanee Banerjee as my sitar teacher and wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking to learn this beautiful instrument
Nitin Kumar
Los Angeles
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