--- url: 'https://kalasudha.com/en-gb/place/agra' title: 'Indian Classical Music in Agra' author: name: Anonymous updated: '2026-10-28T15:19:29+00:00' type: website summary: 'Indian classical music in Agra, home of the Agra gharana: sitar and tabla online with KalaSudha, and musicians for corporate hospitality.' image: 'https://files.kalasudha.com/styles/d12_standard/public/2026-10/agra_0.jpg?VersionId=4_zf58621fa0f456059ae110919_f104dea390fa6c624_d20261028_m231600_c003_v0312031_t0059_u01793229360872&h=d1cb525d&itok=1R4E_bZz' published: true og: site_name: KalaSudha 'image:url': 'https://files.kalasudha.com/styles/d12_standard/public/2026-10/agra_0.jpg?VersionId=4_zf58621fa0f456059ae110919_f104dea390fa6c624_d20261028_m231600_c003_v0312031_t0059_u01793229360872&h=d1cb525d&itok=1R4E_bZz' 'image:secure_url': 'https://files.kalasudha.com/styles/d12_standard/public/2026-10/agra_0.jpg?VersionId=4_zf58621fa0f456059ae110919_f104dea390fa6c624_d20261028_m231600_c003_v0312031_t0059_u01793229360872&h=d1cb525d&itok=1R4E_bZz' 'image:type': image/jpeg 'image:width': '1200' 'image:height': '675' 'image:alt': 'Indian classical music in Agra, with a line drawing of a tanpura' --- The city that named a gharana of open-throated khayal The Agra gharana, on our pages Sitar and tabla, exam-ready levels # KalaSudha in Agra Agra gave its name to a khayal gharana, and KalaSudha adds sitar and tabla online and first news of Indian classical music in Agra. Companies anywhere in the world book its musicians for hospitality. [ Explore concerts ](/en-gb/events?time_filter=all&cities%5B0%5D=agra) [ Bring a concert to Agra ](/en-gb/form/city-concert-request?city=Agra&country=India) View photos Image Agra ## Our reach in Agra A growing community built through live music, trusted partnerships and shared cultural experiences. [ 0 Concerts presented ](/en-gb/events?time_filter=all&cities%5B0%5D=agra) [ 0 Artists featured ](/en-gb/artists?cities%5B0%5D=Agra) [ 0 Venue partners ](/en-gb/venues?city=agra) [ 0 Audience reached ](/en-gb/place/agra/register-interest) What's next in Agra ## New concerts are being planned Register for Agra updates to hear first, or talk to us about bringing a KalaSudha concert to your venue. [ Register for updates ](/en-gb/place/agra/register-interest) ### Be part of what comes next Would you like a KalaSudha concert in Agra? Request a performance and tell us how you could help. Every idea is welcome. [ Bring a concert to Agra ](/en-gb/form/city-concert-request?city=Agra&country=India) [ Register for updates ](/en-gb/place/agra/register-interest) ## About KalaSudha in Agra For Indian classical music in Agra, the starting point is the [Agra gharana](/en-gb/gharana/agra-gharana), named after the city. It is a hereditary school of Hindustani vocal music, known for a khayal style that took shape in the 19th century. Its singers keep **dhrupad** and dhamar beside khayal, and also sing thumri, tappa, tarana and hori. Family tradition traces the line to the Nauhar bani, one of the old dhrupad styles. In the 18th century Dayam Khan and his son Qayam Khan sang dhrupad and dhamar in this line, and Qayam Khan's son Ghagge Khuda Baksh brought khayal into the family. The Agra style is a vocal one, and KalaSudha's [online courses](/en-gb/courses) teach every discipline, sitar and tabla included, for learners who want to play beside it. Top educationists vet each course. Agra learners earn a certificate or diploma at each level, and once enough of them sign up, KalaSudha brings workshops and summer camps to the city. Its concert work includes the Kala Festival, a touring festival. To hear first about KalaSudha concerts and workshops in Agra, press **Register for updates** on this page. Why Agra ## What sets KalaSudha apart in Agra - ### The Agra gharana, on our pages The Agra gharana of khayal is named after the city and favours a full, open-throated voice with weight in the lower register. KalaSudha's Agra gharana page sets out its style and story, and the online academy offers classes in every discipline. - ### Sitar and tabla, exam-ready levels Agra learners of sitar or tabla earn the Sthayi Certificate, the Antara Diploma and the Sanchari Advanced Diploma on KalaSudha's online courses. Each level also prepares you to sit Gandharva Mahavidyalaya and Prayag exams. - ### Music for corporate hospitality A company hosting guests anywhere in the world can add Indian classical music to its hospitality, with KalaSudha musicians and a talk on the music. Press Send an enquiry on the weddings and events page. - ### Flute videos, Agra news first Open KalaSudha's listening page for flute concert videos. Add your name to the newsletter or tap Register for updates, and news of KalaSudha in Agra reaches you first. ## FAQs about Agra Where can I hear live Indian classical music in Agra, and how do I hear about KalaSudha concerts there? KalaSudha presents Indian classical music for listeners in Agra. To hear first about its concerts and workshops in the city, press **Register for updates** on KalaSudha's Agra page or join the KalaSudha newsletter. For listening at home, the [listening page](/en-gb/listen-to-indian-classical-music) leads to KalaSudha's recordings and concert videos. Can I learn Indian classical music online and in person with KalaSudha in Agra? Yes, learners in Agra can study Indian classical music with KalaSudha online now. KalaSudha's online academy offers classes in every discipline of Indian classical music, and keeps adding specialised courses and teachers. The courses are **hybrid**. When enough learners in Agra sign up, KalaSudha brings physical workshops and summer camps to Agra, so you can learn online and in person. Browse the [online courses](/en-gb/courses) to begin. Where can I take sitar or tabla lessons in Agra, online or in person? Agra learners can take sitar or tabla lessons on KalaSudha's online courses, starting at Foundation. Your instructor closes each topic after reviewing your work. Foundation leads to the Sthayi Certificate in [sitar](/en-gb/instrumental/hindustani-classical/sitar) or [tabla](/en-gb/instrumental/hindustani-classical/tabla), Intermediate to the Antara Diploma. When enough Agra learners sign up, KalaSudha brings workshops and summer camps to the city. Can I book Indian classical musicians for a wedding, corporate hospitality or a private event in Agra? Yes, KalaSudha provides Indian classical musicians anywhere in the world for weddings, private and corporate events, corporate hospitality and client receptions among them. Press **Send an enquiry** on the [weddings and events page](/en-gb/indian-classical-musicians-for-weddings-and-events) for a proposal and a quote. Festivals and venues book through [KalaSudha's booking page](/en-gb/book-indian-classical-musicians). How can I meet other people in Agra who love Indian classical music? Indian classical music lovers in Agra can find each other through KalaSudha. Press **Register for updates** on KalaSudha's Agra page, or join the KalaSudha newsletter, to hear first about concerts and workshops in Agra. Learning brings people together too: KalaSudha's [online classes](/en-gb/courses) put you alongside other learners of your discipline. Can I earn a certificate or diploma in Indian classical music by learning online? Yes, you can earn an Indian classical music certificate online with KalaSudha. It awards its own certificate or diploma at each of three taught levels, in every music and dance discipline it teaches online. Foundation leads to the **Sthayi Certificate**, Intermediate to the **Antara Diploma** and Advanced to the **Sanchari Advanced Diploma**. Above them sits the Abhog Fellowship, which KalaSudha awards and no course teaches. Every award names its discipline and the skills you attained. A learner of any teacher, in any country, can also ask KalaSudha for an assessment. The [Indian classical music certificates](/en-gb/indian-classical-music-certificates) page explains how each level is assessed. Where can I listen to KalaSudha's Indian classical music recordings and watch its concert videos online? KalaSudha's recordings and concert videos play online on its own pages. Start at [Listen to Indian classical music](/en-gb/listen-to-indian-classical-music), which leads to its studio and live concert recordings and to its concert videos. If you are new to the music, start with an alap, the slow, unmetred opening of a raga, in an evening raga such as Yaman. Then try a tabla solo or a live concert set. Can I buy a sitar or a tabla from KalaSudha, and does KalaSudha deliver and service it? Yes, you can buy a sitar or tabla from KalaSudha. It sells sitars and tablas built in close collaboration with the makers, by quote or made to order, and delivers them worldwide. It packs every instrument for international shipping. KalaSudha also services and repairs any sitar or tabla, wherever you bought it, worldwide. For strings, parts, cases or a size for a younger learner, ask KalaSudha. 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