Private Tar Lessons

by Kouhyar Babaeian

Private Tar Lessons

At the Farabius, Kouhyar offers individual lessons for Tar and Setar.
Kouhyar enjoys teaching students of all ages and levels. He strives to provide the best possible music education for every student. His goal is to deliver high-level instruction that inspires students, and his teaching approach emphasizes the development of fundamental skills and their application to various musical pieces.
Lesson plans are customized to each student based on age, previous experience, individual goals, learning style, etc.

All students are taught basic instrumental technique, posture, technical exercises, radif* and playing Iranian repertoire.

Beginner students start with the fundamentals, like holding the instrument and mallet (mezrab), finger placement, reading music, rhythm, and learning simple songs. Intermediate and advanced students continue to progress with increased proficiency in techniques and significant Iranian repertoire.

Each online lesson takes place between the teacher and student for either 30, 45 or 60 minutes. For children's sessions, parents can attend their child's classes.

Requirements:
No skills are required; you can be a beginner student
You will need a tar and mallet (mezrab)
The most important part of music study takes place at home; the more you practice, the better you will be
Get excited about learning tar, as an inspired learner learns faster and easier

Students at all levels will be given a selection of repertoire from multiple eras of music (Traditional and Folk) to study and perfect.


  • No skills required; you can be a beginner student
  • You will need a tar and mallet (mezrab)
  • Highly recommended for students of 9 years or older

Private Tar Lessons


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