Pt. Arvind Parikh encourages his mature students to teach and spread the music of the gharana. To help and guide them in this task, during 2003-2004, he prepared an instructor’s handbook, which is very valuable. The manual covers technical and mechanical aspects of sound activation and melodic execution on the sitar, along with appropriate illustrations. It also covers the concept of raga and laya in brief. Another section offers performance related tips for sitar players. This manual covers all the guidance that a sitarist of the gharana needs to start teaching. This manual, along with Sitar Guru (CD-ROM) and Intricacies of the Sitar (DVD) are complete practical aids for sitar performers and teachers.