Prabhat Dutta

Prabhat Dutta is one of a fine new breed of guitarists performing on the highly competitive Mumbai Scene. Having started playing guitar at an early age, Prabhat has graduated from self-taught improviser, to formidable eclectic musician covering Rock, Metal, Jazz, Fusion, Funk, Soul, Pop and Country. Having studied virtually all major playing styles of guitar-based music both harmonically and technically, there’s not a great deal that Prabhat has not already encountered.

Prabhat is now a guitar teacher with Guitar Hall and also an engineering student. He also teaches privately through Guitar Hall (Check out about our Private Guitar Lessons). “I am happy and proud to be a part of Guitar Hall Academy. I have been playing guitar since the past 8 years now and I haven’t realized the time going when I got into this magical instrument. Every day I feel there is so much left to learn in guitar which makes it even more amazing”, says Prabhat. While he is admired for his performances of the standard works for the guitar, Prabhat has explored many different musical traditions outside the classical tradition. His repertoire is truly egalitarian in its scope. His unique, passionate and enthusiastic way by passing that enthusiasm and love for the guitar to his students has enabled them to really play the instrument very fast.

“I believe music is something that is felt and it’s a beautiful feeling to hit those notes to convey your emotions. I listen to that music that makes me listen to it, through my heart rather than just my ears. I am here to help all those future musicians who are willing to take up guitar as their conveyor.”

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Parasuraman Subramanian

Parasuraman Subramanian date of birth is 20 August 1982, also known as ‘Parshu’ or ‘Satish’ among friends and relatives was born and brought up in Mumbai. Parshuraman is a multi talented person with top notch skills in guitars, keyboards, mouth organ and he is a music composer too. He did his first stage show at the age of 13 which was aired on a local music channel. This was a singing competition with Zee Music as the event organizers.

Parshuram formed his first band at the age of 19 and since then done numerous stage shows with his band.

He has also composed Music for a documentary as part of a documentary competition headed by Dev Benegal which was later screened at Adlabs- Andheri. Parshu has written, composed and sung anthem songs for corporate jingles as part of freelance projects. He has composed and sung election campaign songs for the recently held election at Champaran. He has written and composed songs in Hindi and has a total of around 12 tracks which has already been recorded.

He has also done a diploma course in Audio production and diploma in sound engineering from Mumbai University.

Being a student of Guitar Hall since the past 4 years he has not only passed the Modules but also Trinity College of London – Grade 6 exams in keyboard and Guitar. Now joining the ranks as a full time Guitar Hall teacher Parshu looks forward to impart music education on a much higher scale. Parshu is also the branch head of Guitar Hall Thane. Parsuraman continues to captivate and charm audiences all around  with his musicianship and virtuosity.

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Suraj Shetty

Suarj Dinakar Shetty was born on 20th of June in 1988 at Bhayandar. The influence of music came from family itself where few of his uncles were musicians, poets & owner of theater/arts company. It was in the year of 1995, when he first started his music lessons in vocals & harmonium alongside elder brother on tabla in Hindustani classical music under guruji Budhaji Bhoir, in Manikpur, Vasai W. In the year 2000, from Dahisar, sir M.S.Kamath who was in his rough times would still come to teach him. Though training under him was only for short time, but he taught the important part which Suraj was neglecting: Ear training & application.
In 2001, went to Ragini A. Mishra,Mira-rd for same (vocals & harmonium).
In 2007, after being a regular rock/metal lover, to learn basic structures of western music, took basic guitar training from Teemeer (,vocalist-cum-lead guitarist for bands like SCEPTRE,CIRKLE).
Later on in the same year picked up on keyboards & learnt further theories & western classical under Asmith Devraj (an eclectic guitarist specially good in jazz &western classical).
By the end of 2008, started learning by self on keyboards &played for few alt & black metal bands.
A major part of improvement in both theories,practical &usage of synths/workstations came while working at Yamaha-Furtados Music Square,J.V.P.D. (2009: April-July;2010: June-August).
Currently working on a band playing progressive-indian classical-gothic-post grunge kind of music (we read it just music in short).
Musical influences: Pt. Shivkumar Sharma, Pt. Ravi Shankar, Zakir Hussain,
Johann Sebastian Bach, Ludwig Van Beethoven, Children Of Bodom, System OF a Down, Deep-Purple, Godsmack, C.O.F., Dream Theater, Dragonforce, Evanescence, The Rasmus and C&C.

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Shriman Sinha

Shriman, born in 1987, is a native of Manipur who was born and brought up in Assam.He started playing guitars when he was 14 and by the time he was 17 he started playing in a heavy metal band called ‘Black Damnation’.He did many concerts in and around Guwahati. When he decided to take his guitar playing to a higher level he took Jazz lessons with many prominent guitarists from Assam before moving on to blues guitar.He then shifted base to Delhi where he performed with a Rock band ‘Rampage’.Still the quest to excel in his craft brought him to Guitar Hall Mumbai where he embarked on a rigorous training schedule under Dhruv Rathod and Kiran Roy.
Shriman is now a full-time guitar teacher with Guitar Hall and professional musician. He has been teaching guitar since 2006 in Guwahati and Delhi but now he is teaching on a much higher level with Guitar Hall group.Shriman has had success teaching all age groups and many styles of guitar playing. Patience is one of the qualities that make him a great teacher. Each lesson is geared toward the individual’s needs and interests. Some students need a clear structure and are interested in learning all aspects of music including theory, history and harmony. Other students take lessons strictly for short-term enjoyment and want to play songs as quickly as possible. Shriman is sensitive to each student’s needs and goals.
Shriman is continually upgrading his knowledge, skill and teaching craft with master classes under the Guitar Hall group.

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Six new GH Series Guitar Packages launched

Authentic GH Series guitars, a Guitar Hall brand, announced today the introduction of six new models of branded GH Series Guitar Packages as part of an exclusive program to deliver the best quality guitars at an affordable price to its Mumbai customers.

New GH Series guitars

New GH Series guitars at Guitar Hall Boutique

Specifically chosen for its innovation, quality and immaculate sound, Owner of Guitar Hall and GH Series Guitars, Mr. Kiran Roy and Chief Manager of all Guitar Hall centers Mr. Dhruv Rathod began conversations with the craftsmen and artisans of their factory to develop guitar packages that would serve as a tribute to their musicianship from whom thousands learn guitars today across all of their centers. The effort is also part of preserving their legacy so that generations to come could develop and appreciate their techniques and musicianship. Each guitar will have the Authentic GH Series signature and logo on it and will come with special added value components only offered with the specific package.

The GH Series ‘Experience’ Guitar Package:

It is the ultimate tribute to the Guitar Hall teaching methods and innovations which has made it India’s foremost chain of professional music training academies. The company has combed over historical details and taken the best from more than 100 years of guitar making so that every guitarist – from the beginner to the seasoned player – can find his or her inner musician with this package. The “Experience” package will come with an official “GH Series signature acoustic guitar” and all the necessary accessories.

The GH Series “Signature” Guitar Package:

Designed in close collaboration with the GH Series craftsmen and artisans, the guitars inherited the best features from the GH Series factory and original equipment so that guitar fans world over can enjoy a deluxe guitar package the way you would have liked it. This package comes with a “GH Series signature acoustic guitar and all the necessary accessories.

The GH Series “Elegance” Guitar Package:

The partnership between the Guitar Hall Guitarists and the experienced craftsmen of the GH Series factory has taken shape in the form of the Gh Series Elegance Special Edition guitar. The guitar packs the highest grade mahogany on the front while the rear sports the “GH Series” logo in carbon fibre.The redesigned body resembles the PRS electric guitars. In short it’s the GH Series acoustic guitar with a unique touch of PRS. And if you are interested in the technical details, the fret board is made from the highest quality Maplewood and is fitted with D’addario strings.

The GH Series “Avant-garde” Guitar Package:

The GH Series “Avant-garde” special edition is the most exclusive acoustic guitar available in India, dedicated to those who refuse to settle for mere perfection and demand something extra from their six -strings: passion, cutting-edge technology, performance, and above all, tone!

Passionate, like the wine red of its rosewood body, Sophistication, expression of the utmost perfection, High performance, like the finest race cars, Exclusive, like a tailor-made suit, and Fully-equipped, like a luxurious object: these ingredients make the  GH Series “Avant-garde” special edition utterly unique and in a class of its own. It has a matt finish available in 3 variants.

The GH Series “Nostalgia” Guitar Package:

Created from a pure Classic Rock soul, The GH Series “Nostalgia” special edition combines amazing tone with design excellence. It is not merely a luxurious guitar or status symbol; it is craftsmanship at its best with nothing was left to chance, where obsessive attention to detail ensures its owner a uniquely rare experience.

Above all, it flaunts a bold yet elegant design: the decal quilted blue, red and green body with chrome inlays makes it a true pleasure for the eyes. The front is dominated by a rosewood body; the fretboard is maplewood, while the redesigned neck recalls the Rock guitars of the 1980’s, lending it a powerful look to keep it in pole position.

The GH Series “Cascade” Guitar Package:

Do you always want to flaunt the best? Here is the coolest guitar ever to be produced at the GH Series factory. Bearing the GH Series brand name, it is a medium sized guitar and compact to fit any player perfectly. In just a few feet this guitar concentrates advanced technologies for perfect tone, anytime. In fact, it was designed to eliminate noise and ensure incomparable tone clarity. Moreover, it features technology that cancels feedback at high volumes and automatically regulates volume for perfect sound — always.

Protect your GH Series “Cascade” special edition with the guitar polish which is a part of the standard package and safeguard it from scratches and dust. The high-quality material makes this handcrafted marvel a pleasure for the ears, eye and touch.

“A GH Series Guitar is not just about only looks. It is an expression of beauty, tone, excitement, quality, pleasure and natural excellence” comments Kiran Roy, Guitar Hall Director. “From the original concept to the finished product the new GH Series guitars was conceived down to the finest details with the idea of giving a stronger sense of belonging to all guitar fans.”

The guitars are exclusively available only at the Guitar Hall Boutiques across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai and Maharashtra.

Check out their website http://www.guitarhall.in for locating a store near you.

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Launch of Private Guitar Classes

Guitar Hall brings to you for the first time ‘The Guitar Hall Private Guitar Lessons’ at the comforts of your home. One-To-One private Lessons focus entirely on you and your aims. The private lessons are a great way of addressing your individual needs with valuable one-on-one time with our tutors. As all of our teachers are highly trained from Guitar Hall itself, our teaching principle is simple yet world class. Each person interprets music in an individual way. There is no right or wrong in this interpretation, but there are golden rules which apply to all styles of music. Our job is to instill these rules in our students, to allow them to pursue a musical direction which is personal to them and have fun in the process!

Guitar Hall imparts professional guitar training to people of all ages and abilities. We have an approach to teaching that has been described by our students as ‘relaxed but structured’, ‘hugely enjoyable, informative and supportive’, ‘pleasurable and productive’, ‘very easy to follow’ and ‘enjoyable and inspiring’.

You may wish to book a weekly scheduled lesson or twice/week lessons – it’s your choice. The Guitar Hall Private Guitar Lessons that we provide in Mumbai can be given at your home address at your convenient timings, so there’s no need to transport any extra equipment. We at Guitar Hall want you to realize your dream and ensure that you master the Guitars. Our teachers have the patience, skill and motivation to make you realize that dream.

We apply the same methodology and philosophy to all our courses – Whether training at our centers across Mumbai or training privately. Clear,concise and powerful guitar training to fast-track you to where you want to be.

Delivered by our experienced teaching team, the Private Lessons offer a great range of skills and techniques for all levels, from the complete beginner to the advanced.

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Guitar Hall now at Borivali and Ghatkopar

Guitar Hall now Opens at convenient locations in Mumbai; Borivali and Ghatkopar. World-Class Training, Finest Guitars in town for sale at the Boutique.

MUMBAI – (June 27, 2010): With five Guitar Hall locations currently operating in Mumbai and Maharashtra, founder and owner Kiran Roy is proud to announce the opening of their sixth center at Ghatkopar East and seventh location at Borivali West.

Located right in the heart of downtown Borivali in I.C. Colony, opposite Corporation Bank and for the Ghatkopar center being located at Rajawadi opposite Bank Of Baroda, the new Guitar Hall centers offers a variety of convenient music training options that are geared towards accommodating the fast-paced lifestyle of professionals and students. In addition, Guitar Hall Boutique has the finest collection of guitars in town handpicked by professional guitarists for sale.

“Like all Guitar Hall Centers we have designed even these Guitar Hall locations to meet the musical needs of working professionals as well as students, offering 8 batches throughout the day ,right through the week to choose from”, said Roy. “For individuals who want an escape from the rigorous work day to clear their minds, we have made it simple for them to get in, attend a session, and get out without any hassles.”

The new Guitar Hall Centers is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities,team of professional teaching faculty and the best instruments in town. The Academy also has sufficient parking space.

“Guitar Hall is thrilled to operate in the heart of Borivali and Ghatkopar, and we look forward to offering members a convenient, state-of-the-art music training facility”, added Roy. “Playing music can lead to a better sense of well-being and a sharpened mind, both important for positive professional and personal growth.”

For more information about Guitar Hall – Borivali and Ghatkopar, call 9167141469 or visit http://www.guitarhallonline.com

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Guitar Hall at Goregaon in association with Gold’s Gym

GUITAR HALL MARKS MILESTONE MOMENT WITH OPENING OF ITS FIRST CENTER IN COLLABORATION WITH GOLD’S GYM IN GOREGAON(EAST).

Authentic Guitar Hall Training Modules and Brand Personality Provide True Guitar Hall Experience at Golds Gym Goregaon.

MUMBAI (June 2, 2010): With a decade of music education innovations to its name, the storied Guitar Hall brand continues to redefine music training.

The most recognized name in music education today opened its first new  academy that offers a guitar training haven for individuals seeking a professional approach towards music education experience. Situated at Gold’s Gym Goregaon East, Gardenia, Vasant Complex, Nr. Dindoshi Bus Depot, Opp Oberoi Mall,Goregaon – East,Mumbai – 400063

The state-of-the-art Guitar Hall Academy provides members with a convenient and affordable music training option.

“The new, niche Guitar Hall location provides us with the flexibility to expand into communities which were previously undeveloped with a model that doesn’t compromise the brand’s promise to provide a world-class guitar training experience”, said Dhruv Rathod, Manager and Partner for Guitar Hall Mumbai. “We are thrilled to open India’s first Guitar Hall outlet at the premises of the world’s leading fitness brand”

Guitar Hall Goregaon comes equipped with state-of-the-art music training facilities as well as professional training faculties. The academy is airconditioned and soundproofed to industry standards and houses the best instruments in the city.

“With the new Guitar Hall academy, we’re able to meet consumer demand for stress relief and wellness in communities in the Western suburbs that want a Guitar Hall but had time constraints to travel to the other Guitar Hall centers”, said Oais Halim, Branch Head Guitar Hall Goregaon. “Our turn-key solution was developed to provide our members with the training quality they deserve and an opportunity to maximize their music learning and stress relief needs. We look forward to opening more locations in the years to come.”

For more information about Guitar Hall Goregaon (East), call 9167141469 or visit http://www.guitarhallonline.com

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Amrit Kapoor

Amrit Kapoor,born and brought up in Kolkata, started playing mandolin when he was 14 and started picking up some simple songs by ear. He used to love watching rock concerts and wanted to be one of the guitarists but was too occupied academically to start.He started guitar in a funny way many years back. He used to teach maths and science after school, and used to love to hear one of the students strum guitar. Now when this student needed a guitar teacher and he couldn’t find one, Amrit took a guitar instructional dvd from him, learnt guitar himself through the dvd and then taught the student guitar. He then went on to teach many more students who are all guitarists in some band or the other now.

He went on to learn advanced guitar from some of the leading guitarists in India.

Amrit made a band called Paint In Black,a classic rock band deriving influences from the Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Led Zepplin, Pink Floyd etc. He then went on to have professional training in Indian classical vocals, tabla and keyboards as well.

Amrit then moved to Mumbai One and a half years back and started working with Shamir Tandon(of Page 3, Traffic Signal, Bluffmaster fame) and worked with him as his Assistant Music Director and worked on various projects in films- Jail, Acid factory, Bal ganesh 3, Mallika, 332 Mumbai to India and various projects yet to be released. He has also worked on jingles like Binani cement, Idea cellular, Max Newyork life insurance, etc.

His career soared another height when he was the official musician touring with team of project Lotus to hold auditions and select 5 girls from India for a global pop band.

Apart from all this Amrit has also played as a session’s guitarist and guitar arranger for many Bollywood songs.Currently apart from being a teacher at Guitar Hall he plays guitar in ‘fuse-on’ a fusion band and is involved in doing movie projects, jingles, playing as a sessions guitarist and doing concerts with his band.

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