Indian — Fingering

In Hindustani classical music, particularly for the Sitar, the standard practice is to use only the and middle fingers of the left hand.

Because the frets on a Sitar are tied with silk thread and can be moved, a player must constantly adjust their finger pressure to stay in tune with the specific "Raga" (scale) being played. indian fingering

This pulling technique allows a player to play up to five or even seven notes from a single fret position, mimicking the "glissando" of a singer. In Hindustani classical music, particularly for the Sitar,

Used for support, reaching higher notes in a sequence, or facilitating rapid "Taans" (fast melodic runs). In Hindustani classical music

Since the Sarod has a chrome-plated metal fingerboard with no frets, the fingering is even more demanding.