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Tambura Gifts: Shirts, Mugs, Totes, Music, Accessories

by musician on September 12, 2015

Tambura Gifts

In case you’re not familiar with this unique Indian string instrument, we’ve put together some helpful ideas for tambura gifts. Maybe you’ll learn a few tambura facts along the way. Choose from T-shirts, posters, refrigerator magnets, coffee mugs, cooking aprons, trucker hats, colorful buttons, cotton canvas tote bags, and more unique tambura gifts.

Ravi Shankar
The music that I have learned and want to give is like worshipping God. It’s absolutely like a prayer. I try to give to my music the spiritual quality, very deep in the soul, which does something even if you are not realizing it or analyzing it–that’s the duty of the music.

Lady Playing the Tanpura

High Quality Poster Print

Lady Playing the Tanpura Poster Print

Unique Gifts for Music Lovers

We’ve created more than 2,000 products for string instrument players and music lovers. Find a unique gift for your favorite tambura player or enthusiast. Beware of inferior copycats! Our original designs are available here and in our String Kings Music Tambura collection.

Tambura (Tanpura) Shirts

Looking for practical tambura gifts? Musicians can always use shirts, and these spread the message of love for the beautiful sound of the tambura. Choose from dozens of styles in colors and sizes for everyone in the family. Click on any design to see dozens of options and customize the perfect gift for your favorite tamburist.

I Love Tambura Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart

Mandala heart design in warm orange and yellow tones is perfect for any tambura player or fan of this unique Indian string instrument.

I Love Tambura Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt I Love Tambura Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt

Tambura Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt Tambura Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt

Cats and Dogs Easily Distracted by Tambura Players

Here are some designs for animal lovers who are easily distracted by the sound of tambura players. Choose from playful cats and dogs in a variety of styles, colors, and sizes for the whole family.

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Whimsical T-Shirt Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Whimsical T-Shirt

Running Dog Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Whimsical T-Shirt Running Dog Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Whimsical T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Tambura Players T-Shirt Running Dog Easily Distracted by Tambura Players T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Tambura Players T-Shirt Cartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Tambura Players T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Tambura Players T-Shirt Curious Dog Easily Distracted by Tambura Players T-Shirt

The Coolest People on Earth Play Tambura

Who are the coolest people on earth? Tambura players, of course! Spread the word about this cool string instrument. Makes a great gift for any music student, music teacher, or tamburist.

The Coolest People on Earth Play Tambura T-Shirt The Coolest People on Earth Play Tambura T-Shirt

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Tambura

Share your love for the tambura. Mirror image bass clef heart designs are available for both tanpura players and enthusiasts.

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Tambura T-Shirt Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Tambura T-Shirt

Red & Black Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Tambura

Red and black double bass clef heart design is perfect for any tanpura player or fan of this unique Indian string instrument.

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Tambura T-Shirt Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Tambura T-Shirt

Tambura Magnets

Here’s one of our top inexpensive gift ideas for tambura players and enthusiasts. Who doesn’t need a refrigerator magnet or two? Standard size square magnets measure 2 by 2 inches. Designs are printed on 100% recycled paper. Scratch and UV-resistant Mylar keeps magnets looking good for years to come.

Tambura Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square Magnet Tambura Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square Magnet

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Square Magnet Running Dog Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Square Magnet

I Love Tambura Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square Magnet Double Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Tambura Square Magnet

Tambura Trucker Hats

Tambura trucker hats are available in eleven color choices. Hats feature a 100% polyester foam front and a 100% nylon mesh back to keep you cool. Trucker hats are adjustable from 17 to 24 inches.

Tambura Mixtape Retro Red Vintage Cassette Tape Trucker Hat Love Tambura Pink Purple Butterfly Heart Music Notes Trucker Hat

Tambura Tote Bags

Versatile and durable cotton canvas tote bags are another practical gift idea. These designs are available in many style and color choices to please any tambura player or enthusiast.

Tambura Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Tote Bag Tambura Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Tote Bag

Cartoon Cat Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Tote Bag Cartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Tote Bag

The Coolest People on Earth Play Tambura Tote Bag The Coolest People on Earth Play Tambura Nebula Tote Bag

I Love Tambura Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Tote Bag Double Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Tambura Tote Bag

Tambura Coffee Mugs

Coffee mugs are a functional gift that can be used every day. These designs encircle each mug. Click on any item to see the design from different angles. There are many other sizes, styles, and colors to choose from.

Tambura Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Two-Tone Coffee Mug Copper Double Bass Clef Heart Tambura Two-Tone Coffee Mug

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee Mug Running Dog Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee Mug

I Love Tambura Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Two-Tone Coffee Mug The Coolest People on Earth Play Tambura Two-Tone Coffee Mug

First Coffee Then Tambura Music Lover Two-Tone Coffee Mug Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Tambura Two-Tone Coffee Mug

Bass Clef Heart Vintage Sheet Music Tambura Coffee Mug Bass Clef Heart Purple Nebula Love Tambura Coffee Mug

Tambura Chef Aprons

Classic cotton-poly twill blend aprons are another of our top picks for practical tambura gifts. Choose from several style and color options. Spacious front pockets hold plenty of utensils and cooking tools. Aprons are machine washable and proudly made in the U.S.A.

Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Adult Chef Apron The Coolest People on Earth Play Tambura Adult Chef Apron

Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Tambura Adult Chef Apron Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Tambura Adult Chef Apron

Tambura Buttons

Colorful buttons are inexpensive and fun for tambura lovers to wear and spread the word about their favorite musical instrument. These standard size square buttons measure 2 inches by 2 inches. Designs are printed on 100% recycled paper and covered with scratch and UV-resistant Mylar. Some styles allow you to change the background color for a customized button gift.

Tambura Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square Button Tambura Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square Button

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Square Button Running Dog Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Square Button

I Love Tambura Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square Button Double Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Tambura Square Button

Tambura Playing Cards

One of the most popular tambura gifts is a set of playing cards. Each comes packaged in a cardboard box for easy gifting. Poker size cards measure 2.5 by 3.5 inches, with 52 playing cards and 2 jokers per deck. Click on any design to see the available options. Standard cards are printed on smooth card stock, and premium quality Bicycle playing cards are printed on durable semi-gloss card stock.

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Music Notes Playing Cards Running Dog Easily Distracted by Tambura Players Music Notes Playing Cards

Step-by-Step Instructions for Tuning

Ranjani Sivakumar

Learn a few facts from an accomplished tamburist, including step-by-step instructions for tuning this unique Indian plucked string instrument. The resonator of this north Indian Miraj style instrument was made from a pumpkin (gourd). This style is a favorite among Hindustani musicians.

Ravi Shankar
Indian music is based on certain sequences called ‘ragas.’ When I perform live, 95% of the music is improvised: it never sounds the same twice.

Tambura Information

Learn more about this unique Indian string instrument and find out where you can buy a tambura online.

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Santoor Gifts: Shirts, Mugs, Totes, Music, Accessories

by musician on September 11, 2015

Santoor Gifts

Introduce someone to the sound of the santoor, one of the oldest instruments in the world with origins in the Middle East. We’re looking for the best gifts to make your shopping experience easy and fun. Choose from Persian and Indian music, T-shirts, cooking aprons, trucker hats, posters, cotton canvas tote bags, refrigerator magnets, ceramic coffee and stainless steel commuter mugs, colorful buttons, and more unique santoor gifts.

Anoushka Shankar
People who have gone, are still here, in us. Places we came from, are carried to the places we go.

Just an Incredibly Talented Santurist

12 Staves Manuscript Staff Paper for Notes

Just An Incredibly Talented Santurist – Blank Sheet Music Notebook for Santoor

Santoor Music

Music is a wonderful gift to give yourself. Even if you’re unfamiliar with Persian or Indian music, you’re going to love the exotic sound of the santoor.

Persian Santoor Music

Tehran-born Hossein Farjami is a highly respected musician. On his instrumental albums, Iranian folk song melodies are played on the santoor, accompanied by two drums, the dombak (goblet drum) and the daf (frame drum).

The Art of the Santoor From Iran – The Road to Esfahan with Hossein Farjami The Art of the Santoor From Iran – The Road to Esfahan with Hossein Farjami

Indian Santoor Music

Shivkumar Sharma began training as a vocalist and tabla player at the age of five. At thirteen he began an intensive study of the santoor at the behest of his father. Firmly established as a master instrumentalist, he is credited as the first musician to play Indian classical music on the santoor.

The Confluence – Santoor and Piano with Richard Clayderman, Rahul Sharma Scintillating Sounds of the Santoor with Shivkumar Sharma, Zakir Hussain on Tabla

Unique Gifts for Music Lovers

We’ve created more than 2,000 products for string instrument players and music lovers. Find a unique gift for your favorite santoor player or enthusiast. Beware of inferior copycats! Our original designs are available here and in our String Kings Music Santoor collection.

Santoor Shirts

Celebrate the exotic santoor string instrument with a practical shirt gift. The possibilities are endless with these shirt designs. Choose from a wide variety of styles and colors in sizes for all age groups. Click on any design to see what’s available.

I Love Santoor Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart

Mandala heart design in warm orange and yellow tones is perfect for any santoor player or fan of this unique Indian string instrument.

I Love Santoor Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt I Love Santoor Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt

Santoor Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt Santoor Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt

Cats and Dogs Easily Distracted by Santoor Players

Here are some designs for animal lovers who are easily distracted by the sound of santoor players. Choose from playful cats and dogs in a variety of styles, colors, and sizes for the whole family.

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Whimsical T-Shirt Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Whimsical T-Shirt

Running Dog Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Whimsical T-Shirt Running Dog Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Whimsical T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Santoor Players T-Shirt Running Dog Easily Distracted by Santoor Players T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Santoor Players T-Shirt Cartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Santoor Players T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Santoor Players T-Shirt Curious Dog Easily Distracted by Santoor Players T-Shirt

The Coolest People on Earth Play Santoor

Who are the coolest people on earth? Santoor players, of course! Spread the word about this cool string instrument. Makes a great gift for any music student, music teacher, or santoorist.

The Coolest People on Earth Play Santoor T-Shirt The Coolest People on Earth Play Santoor T-Shirt

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Santoor

Share your love for the santoor. Mirror image bass clef heart designs are available for both santoor players and enthusiasts.

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Santoor T-Shirt Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Santoor T-Shirt

Red & Black Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Santoor

Red and black double bass clef heart design is perfect for any santoor player or fan of this unique Indian string instrument.

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Santoor T-Shirt Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Santoor T-Shirt

Santoor Magnets

Here’s one of our favorite inexpensive and practical gift ideas for santoor players. Refrigerator magnets always come in handy. Standard size square magnets measure 2 by 2 inches. Designs are printed on 100% recycled paper. Scratch and UV-resistant Mylar keeps magnets looking fresh and new for years.

Santoor Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square Magnet Santoor Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square Magnet

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Square Magnet Running Dog Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Square Magnet

I Love Santoor Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square Magnet Double Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Santoor Square Magnet

Santoor Trucker Hats

Santoor trucker hats are available in eleven color choices. Hats feature a 100% polyester foam front and a 100% nylon mesh back to keep you cool. Trucker hats are adjustable from 17 to 24 inches.

Santoor Mixtape Retro Red Vintage Cassette Tape Trucker Hat Love Santoor Pink Purple Butterfly Heart Music Notes Trucker Hat

Santoor Tote Bags

Versatile and durable cotton canvas tote bags are another practical gift idea for musicians. These designs are available in many style and color choices to please any santoor player or enthusiast.

Santoor Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Tote Bag Santoor Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Tote Bag

Cartoon Cat Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Tote Bag Cartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Tote Bag

The Coolest People on Earth Play Santoor Tote Bag The Coolest People on Earth Play Santoor Nebula Tote Bag

I Love Santoor Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Tote Bag Double Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Santoor Tote Bag

Santoor Chef Aprons

Classic cotton-poly twill blend aprons are another of our top picks for practical santoor gifts. Choose from several style and color options. Spacious front pockets hold plenty of utensils and cooking tools. Aprons are machine washable and proudly made in the U.S.A.

Santoor Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Adult Chef Apron The Coolest People on Earth Play Santoor Adult Chef Apron

Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Santoor Adult Chef Apron Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Santoor Adult Chef Apron

Santoor Coffee Mugs

Mugs are a practical gift that can be used every day. These coffee mugs feature full designs that surround the surface. If you click on any image, you’ll be able to see the design from different views. There are many other sizes, styles, and colors to choose from. Stick with these styles, or customize to create the perfect mug gift.

Santoor Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Two-Tone Coffee Mug Copper Double Bass Clef Heart Santoor Two-Tone Coffee Mug

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee Mug Running Dog Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee Mug

I Love Santoor Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Two-Tone Coffee Mug The Coolest People on Earth Play Santoor Two-Tone Coffee Mug

First Coffee Then Santoor Music Lover Two-Tone Coffee Mug Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Santoor Two-Tone Coffee Mug

Bass Clef Heart Vintage Sheet Music Santoor Coffee Mug Bass Clef Heart Purple Nebula Love Santoor Coffee Mug

Santoor Buttons

Looking for cheap santoor gifts? Buttons are an inexpensive yet fun gift for music lovers to wear. These standard size square buttons measure 2 inches by 2 inches. Designs are printed on 100% recycled paper and covered with scratch and UV-resistant Mylar. On some styles you can even change the background color for a customized button gift.

Santoor Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square Button Santoor Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square Button

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Square Button Running Dog Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Square Button

I Love Santoor Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Square Button Double Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Santoor Square Button

Santoor Playing Cards

One of the most popular santoor gifts is a set of playing cards. Each comes packaged in a cardboard box for easy gifting. Poker size cards measure 2.5 by 3.5 inches, with 52 playing cards and 2 jokers per deck. Click on any design to see the available options. Standard cards are printed on smooth card stock, and premium quality Bicycle playing cards are printed on durable semi-gloss card stock.

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Music Notes Playing Cards Running Dog Easily Distracted by Santoor Players Music Notes Playing Cards

Pandit Shivkumar Sharma

Pandit Shivkumar Sharma and Ustad Zakir Hussain live in concert.

Ravi Shankar
There is no boundary between the music and myself. The thin layer that separated me from it has dissolved. Now, I am the music. This is a time of great joy.

Santoor Information

Learn more about this unique Indian string instrument and find out where you can buy a santoor online.

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Learning Book For Persian Santoor – Santur, Dulcimer – ABS-310 – Language is Farsi Mezrab for Santoor – Santor, Santour, Santur – High Quality – Ships from USA Persian Santoor Strings – Santor, Santour, Santur – 43 Yards – High Quality – Red Teeburon I Love Santoor Colorful Hearts T-Shirt – 100% High Quality Cotton – Black

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Sitar Gifts: Shirts, Mugs, Totes, Music, Accessories

by musician on September 10, 2015

Sitar Gifts

You don’t need to play an Indian string instrument to appreciate calming sitar music. Hindistani classical music is popular for easy listening and relaxation throughout the world. Any musician or music lover will appreciate thoughtful sitar gifts. Choose from classical and contemporary music, T-shirts, coffee mugs, cooking aprons, posters, cotton canvas tote bags, refrigerator magnets, trucker hats, ornaments, playing cards, colorful buttons, and more unique sitar gifts.

Ravi Shankar
I was invited for the first Woodstock. Actually, I started the programme. Many people, especially young people, have started listening to sitar since George Harrison, one of the Beatles, became my disciple.

Ravi Shankar

Vintage Music Photography

Ravi Shankar Playing Sitar Poster High-Quality Unframed Art Print

Calming Sitar Music

Music by Ravi Shankar

Ravi Shankar was a Hindustani classical musician and composer who inspired the inclusion of sitar sounds in Western music, most notably through his association with George Harrison of the Beatles. He collaborated with many musicians throughout his long career, and performed all over the world up until his passing at age 92. His daughter Anoushka Shankar, a respected musician and composer, continues the family tradition today.

Sound of the Sitar Ravi Shankar Collection The Sounds of India Ravi Shankar Collection

Music by Anoushka Shankar

Ravi Shankar’s daughter Anoushka began her training at the age of seven. Her unique style blends Indian music with flamenco, jazz, electronica, and Western classical genres.

Traces of You by Anoushka Shankar Home by Anoushka Shankar

Unique Gifts for Music Lovers

We’ve created more than 2,000 products for string instrument players and music lovers. Find a unique gift for your favorite sitar player or enthusiast. Beware of inferior copycats! Our original designs are available here and in our String Kings Music Sitar collection.

Sitar Shirts

These cotton shirts are great gifts for sitar players, but they’re also appropriate for anyone who loves calming sitar music. With dozens of styles and colors to choose from in sizes for the whole family, it will be easy to find the perfect T-shirt gift.

Ravi Shankar Tribute to Sitar and Indian Music T-Shirt Ravi Shankar Tribute to Sitar and Indian Music T-Shirt

I Love Sitar Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart

Mandala heart design in warm orange and yellow tones is perfect for any sitar player or fan of this unique Indian string instrument.

I Love Sitar Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt I Love Sitar Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt

Sitar Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt Sitar Sunshine Yellow Orange Mandala Heart T-Shirt

Cats and Dogs Easily Distracted by Sitar Players

Here are some designs for animal lovers who are easily distracted by the sound of sitar players. Choose from playful cats and dogs in a variety of styles, colors, and sizes for the whole family.

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Fun Whimsical T-Shirt Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Fun Whimsical T-Shirt

Running Dog Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Fun Whimsical T-Shirt Running Dog Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Fun Whimsical T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Sitar Players T-Shirt Running Dog Easily Distracted by Sitar Players T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Sitar Players T-Shirt Cartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Sitar Players T-Shirt

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Sitar Players T-Shirt Curious Dog Easily Distracted by Sitar Players T-Shirt

The Coolest People on Earth Play Sitar

Who are the coolest people on earth? Sitar players, of course! Spread the word about this cool string instrument. Makes a great gift for any music student, music teacher, or sitarist.

The Coolest People on Earth Play Sitar T-Shirt The Coolest People on Earth Play Sitar T-Shirt

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Sitar

Share your love for the sitar. Mirror image bass clef heart designs are available for both sitar players and enthusiasts.

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Sitar T-Shirt Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Sitar T-Shirt

Red & Black Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Sitar

Red and black double bass clef heart design is perfect for any sitar player or fan of this unique Indian string instrument.

Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Sitar T-Shirt Double Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Sitar T-Shirt

Sitar Posters

High-quality posters feature a smooth surface and vibrant full-color printing using pigment-based inks (rather than dye-based inks). Choose from several paper types to create a customized art piece for your home or office.

Indian Sitar String Instrument Poster Close Up of Indian Sitar Kunti Poster

Shiva Playing Sitar Poster Positive Vibration Colorful Sitar Poster

Sitar Chef Aprons

Classic cotton-poly twill blend aprons are another of our top picks for practical sitar gifts. Choose from several style and color options. Spacious front pockets hold plenty of utensils and cooking tools. Aprons are machine washable and proudly made in the U.S.A.

Sitar Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Adult Chef Apron The Coolest People on Earth Play Sitar Adult Chef Apron

Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Sitar Adult Chef Apron Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Sitar Adult Chef Apron

Sitar Trucker Hats

Sitar trucker hats are available in eleven color choices. Hats feature a 100% polyester foam front and a 100% nylon mesh back to keep you cool. Trucker hats are adjustable from 17 to 24 inches.

Sitar Mixtape Retro Red Vintage Cassette Tape Trucker Hat Love Sitar Pink Purple Butterfly Heart Music Notes Trucker Hat

Sitar Coffee Mugs

Mugs are one of our favorite affordable sitar gifts. Everyone can use a few mugs. Click on any mug to see how the design looks from different angles. Choose from many sizes, styles, and colors to create a personal gift for your favorite sitarist.

Sitar Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Two-Tone Coffee Mug Copper Double Bass Clef Heart Sitar Two-Tone Coffee Mug

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee Mug Running Dog Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Music Notes Two-Tone Coffee Mug

I Love Sitar Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Two-Tone Coffee Mug The Coolest People on Earth Play Sitar Two-Tone Coffee Mug

First Coffee Then Sitar Music Lover Two-Tone Coffee Mug Bass Clef Heart I Love Playing My Sitar Two-Tone Coffee Mug

Bass Clef Heart Vintage Sheet Music Sitar Coffee Mug Bass Clef Heart Purple Nebula Love Sitar Coffee Mug

Sitar Magnets

Here’s an inexpensive gift idea for sitar players and enthusiasts. Who doesn’t need a refrigerator magnet or two? Standard size square magnets measure 2 by 2 inches, and round magnets are typically available in three sizes. Designs are printed on 100% recycled paper. Scratch and UV-resistant Mylar keeps magnets looking great for years.

Sitar Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square Magnet Sitar Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square Magnet

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Square Magnet Running Dog Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Square Magnet

I Love Sitar Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Magnet Double Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Sitar Magnet

Sitar Tote Bags

Versatile and durable cotton canvas tote bags are another practical gift idea. These designs are available in many style and color choices to please any sitarist or fan of this unique Indian string instrument.

Sitar Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Tote Bag Sitar Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Tote Bag

Cartoon Cat Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Tote Bag Cartoon Dog Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Tote Bag

The Coolest People on Earth Play Sitar Tote Bag The Coolest People on Earth Play Sitar Nebula Tote Bag

I Love Sitar Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Tote Bag Double Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Sitar Tote Bag

Sitar Buttons

Here’s another fun and inexpensive gift idea for musicians and music lovers. Standard size square buttons measure 2 inches by 2 inches, and round buttons are usually available in several sizes. The designs are printed on 100% recycled paper, then covered with scratch and UV-resistant Mylar for years of use. Choose a different background color for a customized gift.

Sitar Elegant Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Square Button Sitar Tulip Vintage Sheet Music Customized Square Button

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Square Button Running Dog Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Square Button

I Love Sitar Yellow Orange Mandala Heart Button Double Bass Clef Heart Sheet Music Sitar Button

Sitar Playing Cards

One of the most popular sitar gifts is a set of playing cards. Each comes packaged in a cardboard box for easy gifting. Poker size cards measure 2.5 by 3.5 inches, with 52 playing cards and 2 jokers per deck. Click on any design to see the available options. Standard cards are printed on smooth card stock, and premium quality Bicycle playing cards are printed on durable semi-gloss card stock.

Curious Cat Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Music Notes Playing Cards Running Dog Easily Distracted by Sitar Players Music Notes Playing Cards

The Dick Cavett Show

Ravi Shankar on The Sitar’s Association With Drugs

George Harrison received in-depth tutelage from Ravi Shankar during a seven-week visit to India. The experience had a lasting impact. George Harrison studied and promoted Indian music for the remainder of his career.

Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin)
I went to India after I came back from a tour with the Yardbirds in the late sixties just so I could hear the music firsthand. Let’s put it this way: I had a sitar before George Harrison got his. I wouldn’t say I played it as well as he did, though.

Sitar Information

Learn more about this unique Indian string instrument and find out where you can buy a sitar online.

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La Bella ST30 Sitar Strings – Excellent Quality Plain Steel & Plain Golden Alloy Loop-Ends – Easy to Install Karuna Sitar Strings – Professional Quality Complete Set of Sitar Strings – Individually Packed in Paper Packets Vadyam Mizrabs – Plectrum, Pick for Indian Sitar – Set of 2 Double Grip Mizrabs – High Quality Stainless Steel Sitar Virtuoso and Composer Ravi Shankar – The Master – His 90th Birthday Collection (2010) – 3 Audio CDs

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Sitar Facts: Shop for Instruments, Accessories, Gifts

by musician on September 1, 2015

Sitar Facts

The sitar is a plucked stringed instrument used in Hindustani and Indian classical music. The instrument descended from lutes and was also influenced by the veena, an ancient Indian instrument. The body is characterized by a long hollow neck and a gourd resonating chamber at the lower end. Teak wood or tun wood are commonly used for the neck and faceplate. The instrument looks a lot like the tanpura, except that it has frets.

Here are a few more sitar facts. This unique instrument has 18, 19, or 20 strings. Six or seven are played strings which run over curved, raised frets. The rest are sympathetic strings which run underneath the frets and resonate in sympathy with the played strings. The frets are movable, which allows fine tuning.

More Sitar Facts

Fun Fact
A person who performs on this string instrument is called a sitarist.

Notable sitarists include Pandit Nikhil Banerjee, Ashwin Batish, Anjan Chattopadhyay, Annapurna Devi, Reenat Fauzia, Lowell George (Little Feat), George Harrison (The Beatles), Justin Hayward (Moody Blues), Brian Jones (The Rolling Stones), Shri Premadasa Hegoda, Prem Joshua, Ustad Shahid Parvez Khan and The Khan Family, Al Gromer Khan, Gabby La La, Dr. Swarn Lata, Emily Robison (Dixie Chicks), Ravi Shankar and his daughter Anoushka Shankar, and Ronnie Wood (The Rolling Stones).

Beautiful Girl Playing Sitar

Canvas Poster Print

Beautiful Girl Playing Sitar Vintage Poster High Quality Canvas Print 12×16 Poster

The Sitar in Mainstream Pop Culture

Though highly popular in the Indian culture, the sitar gained fame on the worldwide stage when the Beatles featured the instrument in several of their compositions. Sitarist Ravi Shankar inspired lead guitarist George Harrison to play the instrument on the song “Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown),” written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney in 1965. “Love You To,” written and sung by George Harrison in 1966, was the first Beatles song to fully embrace Indian classical music.

George Harrison received one-on-one guidance from Ravi Shankar during a seven-week visit to India, which left a lasting impact on his musical style. He promoted Indian music for the remainder of his long and successful career.

Brian Jones played the instrument on The Rolling Stones 1966 hit “Paint It Black.” Another English guitarist, Dave Mason, played it on Traffic’s 1967 hits “Paper Sun” and “Hole in My Shoe.” Ravi Shankar described this pop song trend as “the great sitar explosion.”

Ravi Shankar Playing Sitar

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Performed by Anoushka Shankar

Anoushka Shankar is the daughter of Indian sitar maestro Ravi Shankar. Anoushka began training with her father at the age of seven, eventually accompanying him on the tanpura. She was 13 when she performed sitar onstage for the first time at a concert celebrating her father’s 75th birthday. After establishing herself as a respected classical sitarist, Anoushka began composing music. Her unique style blends Indian music with flamenco, jazz, electronica, and Western classical genres. Musical talent runs in the family. Both she and her half-sister Norah Jones were nominated for Grammy awards in 2003.

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Maharaja Musicals Electric Sitar

Product details:

#1 Rated Sitar
Fully tuned electric sitar with pick up
Handmade and professionally tested in India
Exquisite inlay work and floral carving
7 main strings and 13 sympathetic strings
Kharaj Pancham style
Mizrabs
Extra set of strings
Nylon padded gig case

Maharaja Musicals Electric Sitar, Fully Tuned Studio Edition with Mizrabs, Extra String Set Carefully Handmade in India from Natural Color Tun Wood with Exquisite Inlay Work

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