Carnatica's Rasika Forum

We know there are many good and bad teachers, especially in Chennai, but how to distinguish between the good ones and the bad ones?

What are the "control questions" (checklist?) that a potential student might ask of this potential teacher so as to check the teacher's teaching skills and proficiency?

I am asking this because a friend of mine who lives in Parrys (Sowcarpet) in Chennai wants to find a good veena and vocal teacher.

I mean all I can say is that you experience a few lessons with the guru, get to know her and her teaching styles (everyone teaches and learns differently), and most likely you would like them. But true there are bad ones out there but you must give them credit for providing teaching and passing on their talents.