A magical pop-up book on Indian classical music
Hear, see touch and feel music, as you discover the 7 swars with a little crow called Kaga.
Kaga has a new home
Over the past year, Kaga has flown to over 500 homes, sparking love and fascination for Indian classical music. We’re thrilled to announce that the Swarpeti series will now be published by Roli Books, helping Kaga reach more homes and hearts.
Master of the 7 Swars wins a baby blue elephant at Kyoorius Design Awards 2023!
See the 7 swars come to life
Legend says that the 7 swars (musical notes) have come from the voices of 7 animals and each embodies a unique colour and emotion.1 Illuminate pop-ups in the book with a flashlight and watch in wonder as the swars leap off the page and reveal their ancient secrets.
Make music and embark on epic quests
Join Kaga’s musical adventure through interactive quests. With the swar-tarang app, create music and become a part of the story!
Swar stickers
Using stickers included with the book, weave a keyboard or string instrument into the story.
Do you have what it takes to master the 7 swars?
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About Swarpeti
Master of the 7 Swars
Children often find Indian classical music complex, boring and meant-for-grownups. Swarpeti breaks this notion and provides a gateway into the magical and colourful world of Hindustani music through a blend of storytelling, activities, sound and shadow theatre.
Master of the 7 Swars, the first book in the series, flies alongside a crow named Kaga, who wishes to sing like the legendary musician Tansen. The book bursts with colour, immersing readers in an interactive tale to help Kaga achieve her dream.
Pratyush Gupta
Pratyush Gupta began his journey in Hindustani music as a child, repeating his teachers’ tunes without truly understanding their meaning or relevance; a common challenge in Indian music education for kids. Children’s books on Indian music were harder to find than an elephant singing in the jungle! To bridge this gap, he launched Swarpeti in 2012 during his graduation at Srishti Institute of Art, Design and Technology.
After 11 years of research and experimentation. Master of the 7 swars was published in 2023 through crowfunding; thanks to hundreds of supporters.
Pratyush’s work has featured in publications and festivals across the globe, including The Times of India, Bangalore Mirror, Courrier international, Creative Gaga and India Art Fair.
Swarpeti experiences
Swarpeti has evolved beyond its literary origins, offering a range of experiences—including workshops, exhibitions and theatrical performances—expanding the reach of Indian music and art to a diverse audience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the book for?
This book is primarily for children, but can be as fascinating for anyone who wishes to step into the world of Indian classical music.
Educators could integrate activities and stories from the book into their pedagogy and make learning Indian music more experiential and exciting.
What is included with the book?
The book contains 44 pages and 11 magical pop-ups. Along with the book, you will have access to the Swarpeti app and recieve stickers which you could add to musical instruments at home to make them a part of the story.
When will I receive the book?
We are a small team and just starting out. Please allow us upto 2 weeks to process your shipment.
Can the book be delivered outside of India?
Yes. Drop in a message to [email protected] and we can discuss how to get the book delivered to you.