2 Course Overview

The ghazal is a refined vocal form centered on poetic expression, subtle melodic movement, and clarity of text. This course approaches ghazal singing as a disciplined classical practice, emphasizing balance between poetry and melody rather than dramatic display.

Study focuses on pronunciation, phrasing, and emotional restraint, guiding students to convey depth and meaning through controlled vocal expression. The course supports singers in developing sensitivity to language, melodic contour, and interpretive nuance within a structured musical framework.

3/ Ghazal Course Format

This course is designed as a blended learning experience, combining short-form video lessons with live instruction.

Course components include:
Short, focused video lessons (approximately 10–15 minutes each)
Contextual guidance, including historical and lineage-based background
Three live Zoom classes offering direct demonstration, explanation, and guided application

3A / Ghazal — Recorded Video Lessons — Study Structure

The recorded video lessons provide a permanent foundation for the study of ghazal as a poetic vocal form. Lessons are designed to support clarity of text, melodic restraint, and gradual refinement rather than dramatic delivery.

Core areas of study include:
• Pronunciation and clarity of poetic text
• Relationship between poetry, melody, and meaning
• Controlled phrasing and melodic movement
• Emotional restraint and interpretive sensitivity
• Maintaining classical discipline within expressive singing

These lessons are intended to be revisited over time, supporting depth of understanding alongside guided instruction.

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Ghazal — Live Zoom Classes

The live Zoom classes focus on understanding and applying ghazal through guided explanation and vocal demonstration. All sessions explore the same ghazal, supporting depth of interpretation and clarity of expression.

Live Class 1 — Understanding Ghazal
This session introduces ghazal as a vocal form, focusing on its poetic structure, melodic shape, and stylistic principles. Attention is given to how words, meaning, and melody work together within classical boundaries.

Live Class 2 — Practical Singing and Expression
This session focuses on how ghazal is sung. Students observe phrasing, pronunciation, melodic movement, and expressive restraint, with emphasis on clarity of diction and controlled delivery of poetry.

Live Class 3 — Composition and Rhythm
Using the same ghazal, this class explores how melody and poetry are presented within rhythm. Students observe how timing, phrasing, and structure support expressive continuity without overpowering the text.

5/ Begin Ghazal Study

Enter a disciplined path of poetic vocal expression rooted in clarity, restraint, and classical form.