Indian Musical Instruments & Music Lessons in Varanasi
Handmade • Authentic • Trusted by Musicians, Travelers & Students Worldwide
Experience the heart of Indian classical music in
Varanasi, India
At Music Vibes Shop, we offer a curated collection of handmade Indian musical instruments — including harmonium, sitar, sruti boxes, tabla, bansuri, and dholak — crafted by skilled local artisans and trusted by students, kirtan leaders, professional musicians, and travelers from around the world.
Whether you’re visiting the main ghat area (Dashashwamedh Ghat, near Kashi Vishwanath Temple) or exploring Indian classical music for the first time, our shop welcomes you with expert guidance and deep musical tradition.
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from 100+ students, musicians & travelers worldwide
students, customers & music learners from around the globe
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performing, crafting & teaching Indian classical music in Varanasi
Handmade Indian Instruments —
Shop in Varanasi or Order Worldwide
Explore our full collection of authentic, handcrafted instruments:
Harmoniums — perfect for kirtan, bhajan, yoga chants, and beginners
Sruti Box — handcrafted bamboo flutes for meditation & Indian classical music
Sitars — beginner & professional sitars handmade in Varanasi
Tablas — high-quality tabla sets for students & performers
Bansuri (Flute) — handcrafted bamboo flutes for meditation & Indian classical music
Each instrument is carefully inspected, tuned, and ready for:
✨ Local pickup in Varanasi
✨ International shipping (USA, UK, Europe, Australia, and worldwide)
✨ Tourist-friendly purchasing guidance
TESTIMONIALS
Loved by Travelers, Musicians & Students From Around the World
Best music experience!
“The best music experience in all of Varanasi! Modern, suited for Western people, professional.
After visiting numerous of shops and being annoyed by their owner's eagerness just to sell sell sell, i finally found a shop that was interested in my needs and what i want - learning everything about music and learning to play a traditional indian instrument! And i had the best experience of doing just that. Mr Suraj coordinated our lessons according to my plans and my requests. Thank you so much!
As far as i can tell , this is a number one, most professional and the best music shop in Varanasi.”
Michaela R.
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Looking for a Harmonium in Varanasi?
Travelers from around the world visit us to purchase harmoniums for kirtan, bhajan, yoga, and music study.
We offer:
Beginner harmoniums
Professional harmoniums
Folding & portable harmoniums for travel
Harmoniums tuned for kirtan and classical performance
If you’re unsure which harmonium to choose, we guide you gently — helping you find your perfect size, sound, and reeds.
Visit our Music Shop in Varanasi
📍 Located near Dashashwamedh Ghat (Main Ghat Area), close to Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Easy to reach by walking, rickshaw, or taxi.
Close to popular guesthouses, cafés, and spiritual centers.
Open daily — walk-ins welcome.
If you're searching for: “Harmonium shop in Varanasi”, “Where to buy sitar in Varanasi,” “Tabla shop near Assi Ghat,” “Music lessons Varanasi for foreigners”
You’ve found the right place.
Why Musicians & Travelers Love Music Vibes Shop
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Trusted by tourists & international students
A welcoming, beginner-friendly environment.
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Authentic, handmade instruments
Crafted by skilled makers in Varanasi & nearby regions
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Worldwide shipping
USA, UK, Europe, Australia, and more.
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Honest guidance — no pressure
We help you choose the right instrument for your needs.
Ways to Experience Music with Us
Live Music on the Ganga
Live Music on the Ganga
Experience Live Indian Music on the Ganga
Make your visit to Varanasi unforgettable with a live classical music performance on the Ganga.
Our boat concerts feature:
Live sitar & tabla performance
Peaceful evening atmosphere on the river
A unique cultural experience for travelers
Private or small-group arrangements
Optional “music + lesson” immersive experience
This is one of the most unique things to do in Varanasi — perfect for spiritual seekers, artists, photographers, and those wanting something meaningful beyond tourist attractions.
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Join inspiring, beginner-friendly lessons that introduce you to the beauty of Indian classical music.
Perfect for tourists, short-term visitors, students, and aspiring musicians.
We offer:
Sitar lessons (beginner to advanced)
Tabla lessons (beginner to advanced)
Raga & classical music theory
Short-term lessons for travelers (1-day, 3-day, 7-day formats)
Private lessons near Assi Ghat, Varanasi
Tourist-Friendly Lessons
Our classes welcome complete beginners — no experience needed. Instruments are provided for your lesson.
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Music Lessons in Varanasi — Sitar, Tabla & Indian Classical Music
Meet Suraj
— Owner & Founder of Music Vibes Shop
Musician, Teacher & Instrument Specialist in Varanasi
Warm, patient, and deeply knowledgeable, Suraj is known for his ability to teach beginners with ease, support serious students with precision, and help visitors feel at home in the musical heritage of Varanasi.
Whether you're here to learn music, purchase a handmade instrument, or experience a live sitar–tabla performance on the Ganga, Suraj brings the heart of Indian music to you.
Suraj Kumar Jaiswal is a professional tabla artist, Indian classical music teacher, and handcrafted instrument expert based in Varanasi, India. Raised near the sacred Ganges River, Suraj has devoted his life to the study and preservation of classical Indian music.
For more than two decades, he has performed across India, guided students from 30+ countries, and helped travelers and musicians discover the beauty of traditional instruments such as tabla, sitar, harmonium, and bansuri.
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