Hothon Se Chhu Lo Tum Flute Notes – Sargam & Western Notes
Learn Hothon Se Chhu Lo Tum flute notes with Sargam and Western notation. Practice Jagjit Singh’s timeless ghazal with easy flute notes and playing tips.
Hothon Se Chhu Lo Tum is one of the most celebrated and timeless romantic ghazals composed and sung by Jagjit Singh for the film Prem Geet (1981), with unforgettable lyrics penned by Indeevar. This beginner-friendly flute arrangement presents the complete Sthayi and Antara with lyric-aligned Sargam and Western notes, lower octave markings (.N), kan swara ornaments like (M) and (S), and practical phrase-by-phrase practice tips.
Quick Song Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Movie / Album | Prem Geet (1981) |
| Singer & Composer | Jagjit Singh |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Suggested Flute | C Medium, E Bass, or G Bass bansuri |
| Starting Swar | Ga (G) |
| Highest Swar | Middle Dha (D) |
| Main Challenge | Gentle breath control on lower Ni (.N) and smooth grace notes on (M)G and (S)R |
| Practice Speed | Slow, soulful, and expressive |
Note: Indian bansuri uses movable Sa; you can play this melody on any flute key you own (C Medium, E Bass, G Bass, etc.).
Notation Symbols & Reading Guide
Understand the specific symbols and octave markings used in this ghazal notation:
Hothon Se Chhu Lo Tum — Sargam Notes
Bansuri / Indian SargamEach phrase is detailed below with syllable units. Lower dot (.N) represents Mandra Saptak (lower octave), and hyphens (S-) denote sustained notes. Note that repeating couplets (Lines 1 & 2, Lines 7 & 8, Lines 11 & 12) are repeated together as a pair:
Playing tip:Open gently with soft grace from Ga to Re (GR GR). Settle softly on middle Sa (S S-) before sliding down into lower Ni (.N-).
Playing tip:Ascend from lower Ni (.NS) with a slight grace touch on (.N)SRR. Touch Ma gently on Ga (SG(M)G), then resolve on Re and sustain Sa (SS-). Repeat Lines 1 & 2 together twice (X2).
Playing tip:Glide down from Ga through Re to Sa smoothly (GR GRS). Sustain on Sa and drop gracefully into lower Ni (.N-).
Playing tip:Echo the mukhda resolution with warm breath support on SG(M)G and a peaceful landing on held Sa (SS-).
Playing tip:Revisit the signature opening hook with soft, heartfelt embouchure.
Playing tip:Close the Sthayi section with steady breath on the held Sa (SS-).
Playing tip:Shift into the Antara lifting through Ga-Ma to sustained Pa notes. Execute the smooth meend on MDPM before resting on warm Ga (G-).
Playing tip:Ascend cleanly to Pa, drop down to Ga and held Sa (S-), then weave the delicate ornamental turn R(S)RG. Repeat Lines 7 & 8 together twice (X2).
Playing tip:Rise up through Pa to upper Dha (PMD) and descend gracefully with a delicate glide back to Ga (PMG-).
Playing tip:Flow from Pa down to Ga, step into Sa, and ornament the turn on R(S)RG leading naturally back toward the sthayi.
Playing tip:A soulful descending phrase that mirrors the opening hook, ending with a soft breath on lower Ni (.N-).
Playing tip:The final concluding phrase; bring out the beauty of the (M) grace touch on Ga before concluding on sustained Sa (SS-). Repeat Lines 11 & 12 together twice (X2).
Continuous Sargam Sheet for Quick Practice
// Hothon Se Chhu Lo Tum - Sargam Notes (Prem Geet)
Hothon Se Chhu Lo Tum — Western Notes (Reference Key: Sa = C)
Reference Key: C RootNotation Reference:
Western notes are written with Sa = C for standard reference (where Sa = C, Re = D, Ga = E, Ma = F, Pa = G, Dha = A, Ni = B). You can transpose these notes to match your flute's natural root key (for example, on an E Bass or G Bass flute, your fingerings for Sa will sound as E or G respectively).
Continuous Western Sheet for Quick Practice
// Hothon Se Chhu Lo Tum - Western Notes (Key: C)
Step-by-Step Practice Routine
Listen to Jagjit Singh’s classic recording from Prem Geet to absorb the calm, slow-tempo ghazal phrasing.
Practise Phrase 1 and Phrase 2 (Sthayi / Mukhda) slowly until the transition to lower Ni (.N) feels effortless and warm.
Pay close attention to the subtle grace touches (kan swaras): (M) on Ga and (S) on Re. Keep them swift and delicate.
On the Antara (Phrases 7-10), ensure the ascent to Pa and Dha remains pure and doesn’t sound harsh or overblown.
Sing or hum the ghazal lyrics while following the Sargam notes to internalize the emotional pauses and breath control.
Practise with a Tanpura drone set to your flute root key (Sa) at a relaxed tempo (approx. 55-65 BPM).
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
Blowing too aggressively on lower Ni (.N) which can cause the tone to crack or jump octave
Overemphasizing the grace notes (M) and (S) instead of keeping them subtle and vocal-like
Rushing the held notes (—) on "chhoo", "meet", and "amar" rather than giving them full emotional duration
Losing breath support during the descending phrase MDPM in the Antara
Playing at too fast a tempo; ghazals require spacious phrasing and relaxed breath control
Helpful Tools & Related Guides
“Hothon Se Chhu Lo Tum” is a copyrighted musical work from the film Prem Geet (1981), composed and sung by Jagjit Singh with lyrics penned by Indeevar. This page provides an independently prepared educational transcription and notation for flute and bansuri practice. All rights to the original composition, lyrics, and recording belong to their respective copyright owners.
About the Author
Written and practice-tested by Aplut, a self-taught bansuri learner practising since 2022. Content is built on direct practice experience and careful research into classical traditions. Because musical lineages and fingering conventions vary, suggestions and corrections are always welcomed via our contact page or at [email protected]. First-hand instrument experience is identified clearly whenever gear is reviewed.