Gandharva School Of Music

ISTD Grade 1

ISTD Grade 1

About The Course

The Imperial Society of Teachers of Dance (ISTD) in London, UK, offers a Bharatanatyam Certification course with six progressive levels.

This course is designed for students who have successfully completed the Grade 1 exam and Method Book 2. At this stage, students are expected to demonstrate refined adavu techniques, which will be evaluated in the Grade 2 exam. To ensure success, the program includes creative exercises, dance practice, and yoga, equipping students to excel in ISTD Grade 2.

Prerequisites

  • 2+ year of dancing experience
  • Knowledge of Sarali Varisais of the Carnatic music system and ability to sing two Geethams

Topics Covered

  • Rhythm And Tāla - Sol Kattu
  • Aḍavus - Advanced Adavus
  • Music - Janta varisais and two Geethams
  • Nritta - Advanced Adavus
  • Abhinaya / Nritya - Shloka Abhinaya
  • Creative Exercise - Creative Exercise Of Story Creation With Gestures
  • Safe Dance Practice - Yoga
  • Theory - Theory From Abhinaya Darpana
  • File - Essays On Mythology And Bharathanatyam

Learning Outcomes You Can Expect

  • Be prepared to clear to Grade 2 exam of ISTD, London

Select Your Package

3 Months
  • • Session duration: 60 Minutes each
  • • No. of sessions: 12
  • • Format: 1:1 with Teacher

USD 16/Session

USD 192/-

6 Months
  • • Session duration: 60 Minutes each
  • • No. of sessions: 24
  • • Format: 1:1 with Teacher

USD 16/Session

USD 384/-

Why Grades Certifications

Internationally Recognized

Internationally Recognized

Milestones in your Musical Journey

Milestones in your Musical Journey

Builds Rigour & Practice Discipline

Builds Rigour & Practice Discipline

Remove Performance Fear

Remove Performance Fear

FAQs

Yes! Once you become a Gandharva student, you will have access to all the resources you need from reading material to practice videos, and even tools like metronome, music sheets, backing track and more. You will find all the resources on your student dashboard.
Yes, we offer courses suitable for adults of all skill levels.
We provide guidance on choosing the best instrument model based on your skill level and budget.
Yes, we offer structured grade exam preparation and internationally recognized certifications.
Yes, there will be both theory and practical exams to assess your learning.

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Rohanel Max
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Devraj Pilai
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Western Vocal Certification
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RSL Carnatic Grade Certificate
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Sanvi Poul
Piano
Sr. Grade, Piano
Experience - 15+ Years
Rohanel Max
Rohanel Max
Acoustic Guitar
Trinity Grade 8 Certification
Experience - 10+ Years
Devraj Pilai
Devraj Pilai
Carnatic Classical
RSL Carnatic Grade 8 Certified
Experience - 20+ Years

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