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# Does it matter which gharana a music teacher belongs to?

 Updated 6 November 2026

 

A teacher's gharana helps you understand the musical style they pass on. Masakazu Tamori describes a gharana as a lineage and a school that transmits a common style. When choosing a teacher, ask about their training and approach, then discuss how their lessons fit what you want to learn.



 

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