About Me

About

I am a Sitar player and have been studying this instrument intensely since a young age. I now have a variety of students of various levels. Please get in touch if interested, you do not need to own a Sitar when starting – I have a spare student Sitar for use during lessons.

My sitar teaching focuses on accessibility and detail. I have taught a number of beginners who have had no experience in any music before, and on the other end have taught experienced composers. Whatever your ability, I will tailor the teaching experience to you and your preferences. I teach one to one lessons at home. There are many pathways one can take in Indian music, and we can focus on the elements that interest you most, as well as of course the fundamentals.

It is worth noting that I am able to teach Indian Classical Music to people proficient in other instruments as well. I will teach from the Sitar, which is can be in D, C# or C. Provided you have a good understanding of your instrument, we will be able to transfer the Indian Classical theory and practice to that instrument.

I am also a composer, producer and performer. I have been studying Sitar and Indian Classical Music since I was fourteen, and before that was a student of Western Classical and Jazz Piano.

Music Qualifications & Awards:

  • MA Music SOAS, University of London
  • Winner of UK Awards for Young Musicians (AYM) in Indian Classical Music
  • Supported by British Arts Council and Help Musicians awardee
Location

Green Lanes, London N4 1LA, UK

Geolocation

51.5811184,-0.09923499999999999

Instrument(s) Taught

Sitar

Where do lessons take place?

Teacher's Location, Student's House

Instrument

Sitar

Lesson Type

In-Person

Lesson Prices

60 mins

£50.00

Contact Me

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Reviews

Reviews

Rated 5.0 out of 5
August 23, 2021

Sitar lessons with Tommy not only make you love the sitar but give you the creativity to play with confidence at your own pace. Tommy helped me as a beginner to understand the instrument and then the beauty of its music. You progress in each lesson, you feel open to share areas you want to know more about and also Tommy adds cool ways of playing a very unique instrument to help you develop your own style. I love every lesson thanks to Tommy.

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Rated 5.0 out of 5
August 23, 2021

I connected with Tommy during Covid for sitar lessons. He starts from posture, positioning and ensures you are holding the instrument correctly. He is detailed and will help you step by step to play a piece and will accompany you by either playing his sitar or the tabla.

His approach is relaxed and he will go through previous pieces and introduce new ones. He listens to your feedback and is extremely patient. A great teacher and also very talented

Pindy
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Rated 5.0 out of 5
August 23, 2021

Learning to play the sitar with Tommy has been a pleasure. He is joyful, kind, supportive and goes at the pace I need. I always feel I have something new to explore at the end of every lesson

Anwar
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UK: DBS Check (Disclosure and Barring Service)

Do you currently have Public Liability Insurance?

Yes

Supported Learning

Supporting Students with SEN / Additional Access Requirements

Autistic Spectrum / Neurodiverse

Experience Teaching Blind or Partially Sighted Students

No Previous Experience

Experience Teaching Deaf or Hard of Hearing Students

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Experience Teaching Student with Multi-Sensory Needs

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Experience Teaching Students with Wheelchair Access Requirements

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Experience Teaching Students who are on the Autistic Spectrum / Neurodiverse

Limited Experience

Experience Teaching Students with Speech, Language or Communication Needs

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Experience Teaching Students with Moderate Learning Needs

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Experience Teaching Students with Severe Learning Needs

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Experience Teaching Students with Profound & Multiple Learning Needs

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Profile Details

First Name

Tommy

Last Name

Khosla

Username

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