Because the frets on a Sitar are tied with silk thread and can be moved, a player must constantly adjust their finger pressure to stay in tune with the specific "Raga" (scale) being played.
Indian fingering refers to the specialized techniques used to play classical Indian string instruments, most notably the and the Sarod . Unlike Western guitar or violin methods, Indian classical music (Hindustani and Carnatic) relies on a unique two-finger system and extensive use of "Meend" (slides) to emulate the nuances of the human voice. 🎼 The Two-Finger Philosophy indian fingering
The physical structure of the instrument dictates the fingering style: 1. The Sitar Because the frets on a Sitar are tied
A technique involving "hammer-ons" and "pull-offs" with the left-hand fingers to produce multiple notes with a single right-hand stroke. 🎼 The Two-Finger Philosophy The physical structure of