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Hindustani Music Classes for Adults in the USA

Learn Hindustani classical vocal the way it is meant to be learned: from a guru, 1:1 and live, on a structured path from sargam to khayal. From coast to coast, in your time zone.

6,200+ enrollments in Hindustani classical music from the USA

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Classes available across all USA time zones
  • 1:1 Live Classeswith Expert Teachers
  • StructuredCurriculum
  • Flexible USA Timings(ET/CT/MT/PT)
  • For Adults &Beginners
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Artium teacher, India
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Why Adult Learners in the USA Choose Artium

Learn Hindustani Music From Expert Teachers in India

Live 1:1 online classes with experienced Hindustani classical music teachers in India, wherever you are in the USA.

  • Raags
  • Bandish
  • Bhajans
  • Aalap & Taan
  • Thumri & Tarana
  • And More
  • Trained, experienced teachers in India
  • 1:1 live classes with personalized attention
  • Flexible class timings across USA time zones
  • 4-level progression & certification
  • A global community of Artium learners
  • Showcases to perform what you learn

Class Timings for Adult Learners in the USA

Find a schedule that works for you. All times are in your local time zone.

  • Eastern (ET)
  • Central (CT)
  • Mountain (MT)
  • Pacific (PT)
  • Morning
    6:30 AM - 8:00 AM
    (before work)
  • Afternoon
    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    (flexible schedules)
  • Evening
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    (after work & weekends)

Weekend slots run all day Saturday and Sunday, and classes pause or shift around work trips and vacations when you need them to. Exact slots are confirmed with your teacher when you book your free trial.

A Curriculum for Every Stage

A step-by-step journey through Artium's four-level Globally Recognized Music Program, designed for adult learners.

  1. Level 1

    Preparatory

    • Learn 7 basic swaras and 3 saptaks
    • Sing simple songs, shlokas and bhajans
    • Understand basic rhythm and Teen Taal
  2. Level 2

    Intermediate

    • Sing Alankars with varied swar patterns
    • Explore Raag Durga and Bhoopali
    • Learn Bandish, Swargeet and Lakshangeet
  3. Level 3

    Proficient

    • Explore Kaafi, Khamaj, Bhimpalasi and more
    • Develop Aalap and Taan skills
    • Explore different Taals and Komal Swaras
  4. Level 4

    Advanced

    • Explore advanced Raags
    • Develop Aalap, Sargam and Taan
    • Explore Dhrupad, Dhamar, Thumri and Tarana

Your Artium Journey

Four levels from your first song to the stage, with showcases and Ofqual-accredited certification along the way.

  • Preparatory

    Introduction to the world of Hindustani Classical

    Start your singing journey with simple lessons to build confidence in your voice and music

    Level01

    Sing simple bhajans, slokas or songs

    Your first AHA moment

    Artium Showcase & Community Showcases

    Your Completion Certificate

  • Intermediate

    Build Your Voice and Raag Skills

    Develop control and start exploring Raag skills

    Level02

    Perform a Bandish in Raag Durga

    Showcases + chance to be part of Artium Superstar

    Appear for Artium's Ofqual Accredited exam – Grade 3

  • Proficient

    Explore the Art

    Develop flexibility, expression and control

    Level03

    Perform a Madhyalaya Khayal with Bandish and improvisation

    Showcases + Artium Superstar + chance to perform with Artium Unmute

    Appear for Artium's Ofqual Accredited exam – Grades 4 & 5

  • Advanced

    Become an Impressive Hindustani Performer

    Bring technique, expression and musical confidence

    Level04

    Perform a complete Raag as in a concert

    Showcases + Artium Superstar + Unmute + chance to record with Artium Originals

    Appear for Artium's Ofqual Accredited exam – Grades 6 & 7

Certification Pathways

Prepare for recognized music certifications with expert guidance.

  • Artium Certification

    Awarded at the end of every level of the Globally Recognized Music Program, aligned with Ofqual standards. Benchmarked against Gandharva Mahavidyalaya.

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Not sure which certification is right for you?

Our academic team will guide you based on your goals and level.

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What Learners in the USA Say

Reviews from Artium learners in the USA, as posted on Trustpilot.

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  • “I am 78 years old and never had classical music lessons. … The experience has vastly improved my understanding of songs, basic ragas and especially singing with proper lay and taal. … Naidile Hegde is a patient young teacher, is quite knowledgeable and helpful. Learning never ends.”
    Girish Patel🇺🇸 USA · January 2026Trustpilot
  • “When I first joined Artium Academy, I was a beginner. I am now on a proficient level in Carnatic singing. I thank my teacher, Dr. Valluri sir. The knowledge he has in singing and music is immense. The time slots are so flexible. I recommend Artium Academy to learn any forms of classical music.”
    Advay Velanki🇺🇸 USA · July 2025Trustpilot
  • “I've been learning Carnatic music from Artium for just over a month, and I can't believe how much progress I've made in such a short time. The coach is excellent, helping me identify areas for improvement and guiding me on how to practice to enhance my vocals. This is one of the best music learning platforms I've ever used.”
    Midhun Sivasankaran🇺🇸 USA · August 2025Trustpilot
  • “Artium's curriculum is very well designed and the platform is great for both students and teachers. I am enrolled in the Hindi Film music class. My teacher Sohan Bhattacharjee is very knowledgeable and an excellent teacher. He is patient, supportive, and gives constructive feedback to help me improve my singing.”
    Jawahar🇺🇸 USA · February 2026Trustpilot
  • “Though I've been classically trained in Carnatic music, Bollywood playback singing was completely new to me—and honestly, I never imagined I could be good at it. Yet here I am, just 12 weeks later, confidently singing 3 songs with karaoke, all thanks to Puja's patient, supportive, and expert teaching.”
    Vidyalakshmi Iyer🇺🇸 USA · July 2025Trustpilot
  • “My guitar classes are going with my pace and the teacher is patient with my beginner skills. Which creates so much positivity.”
    Anjanaa Pandey🇺🇸 USA · May 2026Trustpilot
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Artium offers live 1:1 online classes, so you can learn from experienced teachers in India while living in USA. For many Indian diaspora learners, that also means learning music in a way that stays connected to their cultural roots.

Yes. Beginners are welcome. Your free trial gives the academic team a chance to understand your current ability and recommend the right starting level rather than putting every learner into the same program.

Preparatory, Intermediate, Proficient and Advanced levels, with work on swaras, rhythm, sargam, saptak, ragas, bandish, alaap, taan and performance skills. The pace can be personalized around your goals and previous experience.

Yes. Artium's online format is designed to make regular music learning easier to fit around work and family commitments. You can discuss suitable timings during the trial and enroll in a learning schedule that works for you.

Yes, where the course and teacher support that repertoire. The aim is not only to cover technique and theory, but also to make learning musical and relevant to your goals. Build a strong classical foundation, improve voice culture and musicianship, or progress towards more advanced hindustani performance.

Smt. Shubha Mudgal is the Faculty Head for Hindustani Classical Music. The course is designed and curated under this academic leadership, while classes are delivered by Artium's trained teachers.

Yes. You can start from the basics. The program takes you through breathing, voice culture, swaras, pitch and other fundamentals before moving into more advanced Hindustani music.

It depends on your goal and how quickly you want to progress. Your teacher can give you a practical practice routine that works around your schedule.

Yes. The structured program gives you a proper classical foundation while your teacher can also help you work on suitable songs and compositions along the way.

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