Course Structure
Vocal
- Vocal music is produced by the human voice, often accompanied by instruments.
- It includes genres like classical, pop, rock, jazz, and folk.
- The voice expresses melody, rhythm, emotion, and lyrical meaning.
- Singing styles vary across cultures and traditions worldwide.
- Vocal techniques range from opera to beatboxing to throat singing.
- It is one of the oldest and most personal forms of musical expression.
Veena
- The Veena is a traditional Indian string instrument with ancient origins.
- It is widely used in Carnatic and Hindustani classical music.
- The instrument typically has a large resonating body and seven strings.
- It produces rich, melodic tones known for their depth and grace.
- Playing the Veena requires skillful plucking and intricate fingerwork.
- It symbolizes divine music and is often associated with the goddess Saraswati.
keyboard
- The keyboard is an electronic musical instrument with piano-style keys.
- It can produce a wide variety of sounds, including piano, drums, and strings.
- Keyboards are used in many music styles like pop, rock, jazz, and classical.
- They often come with built-in rhythms, effects, and recording features.
- Learning the keyboard helps develop musical skills and creativity.
- It is a popular choice for beginners and professionals alike.
Overview
- This course is designed for effective learning of Carnatic Music for both Vocal and Instrument learners.
- This course is designed for students aged 7 or above. For students below 7 years of age will be admitted in the preliminary course in which they will be taught basic Swara exercises, Taala exercises and Bhajans.
- Each level duration approximately ranges between 3 to 4 months based on completion of syllabus.
- For students joining for Instruments they will have to compulsorily undergo the Preliminary course for at least 4 months for effective learning of the course.
- The students are expected to attend the Continuous Assessment Test after every lesson completion to test their knowledge and feedback will be provided for further improvement.
- Students can complete the assessment at their convenience. However, for maximum effectiveness, it is recommended to complete the assessments concurrently with their classes.
- The certificate of completion will be issued only after successfully securing more than 80% and completing all the lessons at a given level.
- In Addition to the below mentioned curriculum, the students will be exposed to other competitions, Navarathiri Programs, Other physical and Virtual Programs and concerts.
- Supplementary Materials will be provided.
Lessons
Level 1
- Sarali Varisai (All 3 speeds in Mayamalava Gowlai Raaga)
- Janta Varisai (All 3 speeds in Mayamalava Gowlai Raaga)
- Devotional songs
Level 2
- Upper sthayi (All 3 speeds in Mayamalava Gowlai Raaga)
- Lower sthayi (All 3 speeds in Mayamalava Gowlai Raaga)
- Dhattu Varisai (All 3 speeds in Mayamalava Gowlai Raaga)
- Sarali Varisai and Janta varisai in other Melakarta Ragas.
- Devotional songs
Level 3
- Alankaram (All 3 speeds in Mayamalava Gowlai Raaga)
- Upper sthayi, Lower sthayi and Dattu Varisai in other raagas Gowlai Raaga)
- Devotional songs
Level 4
- Other Alankaras Part 1
- 6 Geethams
- Saptha thaala alankaras in other
Melakarta raagas - Devotional songs
Level 5
- 3 Geethams
- Swarajathi Part 1
- Jathiswaram Part 1
- Alankaras in Shadava Raagas
- Devotional songs
Level 6
- Other Alankaras Part 2
- 6 Geethams
- Saptha thaala alankaras in Oudava raagas
- Devotional songs
Level 7
- Swarajathi Part 2
- Jathiswaram Part 2
- 3 Varnams in 2 speeds (madhyama and dhuritha
kalam) - Devotional songs
Level 8
- 4 varnams in 2 speeds (madhyama and
Dhuritha kalam) - 4 Simple Krithis
Level 9
- 4 varnams in 2 speeds (madhyama and
Dhuritha kalam) - 4 Simple Krithis
Level 10
- 4 varnams in 2 speeds (madhyama and Dhuritha kalam)
- 4 Krithis
- Pancharathna Krithi
Level 11
- 4 varnams in 2 speeds (madhyama and
Dhuritha kalam) - 4 Krithis
- Pancharathna Krithi
Level 12
- 1 Ada taala Varnam
- 1 Padha Varnam
- Krithis
- Pancharathna Krithi
Level 13
- 1 Ada taala Varnam
- 1 Padha Varnam
- Pancharathna Krithi
- Other Musical forms
Level 14
- 2 Ada taala Varnam
- Pancharathna Krithi
- Other Musical forms
Level 15
- 1 Ada taala Varnam
- Other Musical forms
- Vilamba Kaala Krithis
- Introduction to Manodharmam