Sitar Niketan, established in 2015 and located in Silver Spring, Maryland, is a distinguished music school specializing in Indian classical sitar. Led by Alif Laila, an acclaimed performer and composer with over 25 years of teaching experience, the institution offers traditional teaching methods combined with innovative ideas to enrich the learning experience. Sitar Niketan provides individual lessons, group classes, and performance rehearsals, with opportunities to perform at prestigious venues such as the Kennedy Center and Gandhi Memorial Center. The school also hosts lecture demonstrations and guest musician performances, helping students