Department of Music

Programme: BA Programme {Music}

Courses offered by Department of Music under BA Programme [Music]

Category: DSC 1 (A) Theory

Learning outcomes:

After completing the course, students should be able to

• The student has learnt and understood the definitions of the radical musical phrases and is able to effectively communicate the same.
• Gained qualitative knowledge on the study of important melodic terminology, which was successfully displayed.
• The students attained erudition of musical instruments such as the Tanpura and Sitar and skillfully illustrated their various sections.
• Accurately exemplified the prescribed Ragas and Talas which further illuminated their Practical demonstration.

Category: DSC 1(B) Practical: Performance &Viva –Voce

• The students gained profeciency in learning the five rudimentary Alankars and adeptly demonstrated them, thereby attaining a firm grasp on the accuracy of Swaras
• They effeciently displayed their mastery over Swarmalika in one of the prescribed Ragas, which became the fulcrum to learning the intrinsic nature of the Raga.
• They skillfully exhibited Drut Khayals in the two specified Ragas. This became a preamble to acquiring performance skills.
• Students achieved disphering of the twelve musical notes by the ear, giving them a resilient hold on the Swaras.
• They brilliantly recited the Thekas with their Dugun and Tali-Khali in the given Talas, achieving a stable foothold on rhythm.
• Students obtained understanding of the fundamental knowledge of playing the Tanpura and Harmonium which is become a core for further learning and self reliance
• The practical file carrying 25 marks for internal assessment was well presented with illustrations of Ragas, notations of traditional compositions, Talas with Dugun, Tigun and Chaugun. This also became a valuable note file for references

Category: DSC 2 (A) Theory

Learning outcomes:

After completing the course student should be able to

• The students comprehended and ably illustrated the terminology of the rudimentary principles of musicology.
• They acquired instruction on the lives of illustrious musicians, eventually gaining inspiration from their musical journeys.
• With the study of the specified Ragas and Talas, the students amply assimilated their tutions and meticulously exemplified their learning.
• The students gained fundamental knowledge of the Harmonium and Tabla, which they deftly sketched and labelled.

Category: DSC 2 (B) Practical: Performance &Viva –Voce

• The students learnt to perform and skillfully illuminated various aspects in the requisite ragas.
• They adeptly demonstrated traditional compositions in Vilambit and Madhya laya Khayals/Maseetkhani and Razakhani Gats, Alaaps and Taans, thus developing their performance capabilities.
• They learnt to perform the Swarmalika – giving them a strong foothold of Swaras with Laya, as well as the Lakshangeet - which irradiated the salient features of the raga, making their performance more explicit.
• The students learnt to identify ragas and talas by the ear, which helped them to decipher various compositions and ragas by listening.
• They were able to effectively recite and demonstrate their learning of the suggested talas, with their divisions – Tali, Khali and Dugun. Giving them a distinct command on rhythm
• Students learnt to a play the Talas - Keherwa on the Tabla, which they exhibited with a practical display.
• They acquired basic instruction of playing the Tanpura and Harmonium which further enabled them to practice their Alankars and compositions independently.

Category: DSC 3 (A) Theory

Learning outcomes:

After completing the course student should be able to

• The study of the elements and forms of Indian music have opened new horizons and created interest amongst the students for the subject
• Writing of the Bhakthande Swarlipi Paddhati taught them the importance and value of traditional style of writing musical notations
• They have also learned to write Talas and compositions in notation with minute details.
• The visually challanged students are given an option of attempting either writing of notation or an essay on a general topic.
• Detailed study of the Ragas enables them to attain proficiency in the subject.
• The study of Vedic music, Natyashastra and Brihaddeshi has given a speculative insight to the students to understand the origin and development of Indian Music.
• Life and contribution of great musicians and musicologists are a source of constant inspiration for the students

Category: DSC 3 (B) Practical: Performance &Viva –Voce

• A variety of musical forms in each Raga have been taught to the students, thus building their repertoire and preparing them for stage performance.
• They have learnt the customary and traditional Gayaki of Dhrupad-Dhamaar.
• They have learnt to identify different Ragas and Talas while being played or sung.
• Reciting the Thekas of the Talas and playing basic Talas has enabled them to get acquainted with the rhythmic patterns.
• The knowledge of playing Harmonium has abetted them in understanding the placement of fingers and swaras instrument.
• The practical file with details of each topic covered in the syllabus has taught the students the method of systematic documentation and presentation.

Category: DSC 4 (A) Theory

Learning outcomes:

After completing the course student should be able to

• The indepth knowledge of the semi-classical forms like Thumri, Dadra, Tappa is imparted.
• Elaborate knowledge of the popular Ragas- Bageshree, Bhupali and Bhimpalasi is given.
• Students are able to recite the Thekas and their Dugun, Tigun and Chaugun recitation of many Talas.
• They attain knowledge of significant Granthas with special reference to their time period.

Category: DSC 4 (B) Practical: Performance &Viva –Voce

• The student acquire proficiency in singing Vilambit and Drut Khayals, Dhrupad, Dhamar thereby elaborating them through Alaap, Taan and Layakari respectively.
• The students of instrumental music skillfully play various Gat with Taan and Jhala
• They understand the significance of the Raga
• They get the understanding of folk music by singing Lokgeet or playing folkdhun
• They obtain the basic knowledge of Harmonium or any other instrument playing which facilitates their musical learning process.

Category: DSC 1 (A) Theory

Learning outcomes:

After completing the course student should be able to

• The students have obtained wisdom and understood the musical references and instruments found in the epic Ramayan and its relevance to present time.
• With the indepth study of the ancient text, Sangeet Ratnakar by Pt. Sharangdev, the students gained a deep insight into the origin of Indian music
• The general study of Matang Muni’s Granth Brihaddeshi provided an axis to the students who are now able to communicate the result of studies undertaken on this ancient treatise.
• Students have understood the concept of Margi and Desi sangeet and are able to demonstrate its significance in modern times.
• The students have attained a detailed study of the theoretical aspects of the prescribed Ragas and Talas which enhance the quality of projects and their practical illustrations.
• They have also acquired skills in writing the notations of traditional compositions of Ragas with Dugun of given Talas.
• The comparative study of Talas bearing equal number of beats further enhances their ability to understand the salient features of various Talas
• The students have developed skills in writing notatioins of traditional compositions in Khayal/ Dhrupad/ Dhamar/ Razakhani/ Maseetkhani Gats thereby getting empowered to learn authentic compositions independently by reading notations
• Visually challenged students have commissioned their mind to write an essay on prescribed topics thereby developing their expression and learing better utterance skills.

Category: DSC 1 (B) Practical: Performance &Viva –Voce

• The student is able to give a practical demonstration of the prescribed Ragas and Talas with improvisation and also learnt folk Music and Dhun.
• They have been taught the customary and traditional Gayaki of DhrupadDhamaar.
• Reciting the Thekas of the Talas and playing basic Talas has enabled them to get acquainted with the rhythmic patterns.
• The practical file with details of each topic covered in the syllabus has taught the students the art of systematic documentation and presentation

Category: DSC 2 (A) Theory

Learning outcomes:

After completing the course student should be able to

• Students have acquired knowledge and understood the musical references found in the epic Mahabharata.
• Gained proficiency in the comparative study of the two major notation systems, which has provided them with virtual understanding of the two methods.
• Achieved discernment on the classification of instruments – such as a) String instruments, b) Drum instruments, c) Wind instruments, and d) Percussion instruments.
• Imbibed erudition of the importance of Raga Lakshanas and are able to apply the same to the definition of Ragas.
• They have understood the assets and flaws of the performing musicians which they employ to their advantage during performances
• Acquried cognition of writing notations of traditional compositions and further developing their skills to independently read and learn authentic compositions on their own.
• Visually challanged students have engaged their mind to writing on prescribed topics, thereby developing their expression and learning better skills for declaration.

Category: DSC 2 (B) Practical: Performance &Viva –Voce

• The students have gained competence in demonstrating the Vilambit & Madhyalaya Khayals/ Maseetkhani and Razakhani Gats, their Alaps, Taans, variations in the traditional compositions of the prescribed Ragas, thereby developing performance skills.
• They accomplish erudition and ability of performing Dhrupad/ Dhamar and demonstrating their Dugun, Tigun and Chaugun.
• The students are able to skillfully display their understanding of the prescribed Talas different Laya.
• They have acquired the judgement of desciphering the various Ragas and Talas by listening and observing.
• Having learnt the basic technique of playing the Harmonium, the students exhibit a vivid view of sound and placement of notes. This has empowered them to independently play and learn songs and compositions

Category: SEC 1 Theory

Learning outcomes:

After completing the course student should be able to

• The students have attained knowledge of the basic terminology related to the field of music.
• They have gained inspiration by studying about the life of great musicians and their musical journeys.
• They have acquired the information and apply their minds to express their views regarding varied aspects of this fine art.
• They have demonstrated their assimilated skill of engaging with the swaras in different permutation and combination by singing/playing various Alankars, Swarmalika, Ragas and Talas.
• Acquried knowledge of various musical instruments understood their structural section with labelling their diagrams
• Field visits to All India Radio/ Sangeet Natak Akademi enhance their mental expanse regarding the contribution of these institutions in preserving and propagating Indian Music.

Category: SEC 1 Practical Performance &Viva –Voce

• Singing of Swaramalika gave them the foundation of the Raga sung in a specific meter.
• The training of Alankars in the the particular Ragas of the prescribed syllabus made the student understand Swaras.
• Playing of basic five Alankars of the pure notes on Harmonium/Sitar and playing or singing any composition/National Anthem had their fingers nimbly on the instruments.
• Elementary knowledge of the most widely used Teentala in the Classical Music is taught on Tabla. The students have learnt the baithak- the sitting posture and correct placement of hands on Tabla.
• Students have learnt to display their acquired knowledge by preparing a written file regarding all their practical learnings
• The students assimilate the qualities of eminent musicians and musicologists by reading about their musical pursuits and life history.
• They have obtained the knowledge method of writing various khayals, Dhamar, Dhrupad and Gats in the Prevalent notation system.

Category: SEC 2 Theory

Learning outcomes:

After completing the course student should be able to

• The students got acquainted with the basics of music. ‘Nada’ and its various aspects like pitch, timber and intensity
• They gained knowledge of Swaras and their place in Ragas.
• They imbibed the concept of ascending and descending order of swaras in Ragas and also their main identifying phrases.
• They were inspired with studying about the life and contribution of famous musicians.
• The students were equipped with the knowledge of Ragas and Talas.
• Various Lakshanas were taught by making them learn about Lakshan Geet of the Ragas.
• Students understood various segements of Tabla by sketching its diagram and labelling.

Category: SEC 2 Practical Performance &Viva –Voce

• The students have understood the swaras of Ragas by singing and playing Alankars in those notes.
• They further enhanced their grip on the Raga by learning its ascending, descending and unique phrases and also learnt rendering of Swarmalika/ Lakshangeet/ Razakhani Gat.
• Their ability to understand the rhythmic aspect is inculcated with playing of the Tala on Tabla.
• The students have developed the skill to play bhajan/patriotic song/any other song on harmonium.
• A practical file with details of Ragas, notation of compositions & Talas with dugun, Tigun, Chaugun is well learnt and prepared by the students

Category: SEC 3 Theory

Learning outcomes:

After completing the course student should be able to

• The student acquired knowledge of various musical terms.
• The students are made aware of the life and contributions of Bismillah Khan.
• They are able to distinguish between Raag and Thaat.
• The student learnt to express their opinion through essay writing on different topics.
• The student has learnt to write the theoretical aspects of Ragas and Talas.
• Sketching and classifying the various segments of instruments has lucified their concept of the same.
• Essential learning is acquired by preparing a project on famous music personalities, musical instruments and dance forms

Category: SEC 3 Practical Performance &Viva –Voce

• The students gained profeciency in learning the five rudimentary Alankars and adeptly demonstrated them, there by getting a firm grasp on the accuracy of Swaras.
• They effeciently displayed their mastery over Swarmalika in one of the prescribed ragas, which became the fulcrum to learning the intrinsic nature of the Raga.
• They skillfully exhibited Drut Khayals in two of the specified Ragas. This became a preamble to acquiring performance skills.
• Students achieved disphering of the twelve musical notes by the ear, giving them a strong hold on the Swaras
• They brilliantly recited the Thekas with their Dugun and Tali-Khali in the given Talas, achieving a firm grasp on rhythm.
• Students obtained understanding of the fundamental knowledge of playing the Tanpura and Harmonium which become a core for further learning and self reliance
• The practical file carrying 25 marks for internal assessment was well prescribed with illustrations of Ragas, notations of traditional compositions, Talas with Dugun, Tigun and Chaugun. This also became a valuable note file for learning theory and reference

Category: SEC 4 Theory

Learning outcomes:

After completing the course student should be able to

• The student gains knowledge regarding the elementary musical terminologies.
• The student studies about the life and the musical journey of Pt. Bhimsen Joshi.
• The student is trained about the structural aspect of the basic Ragas and Talas.
• The student learns to express their opinion through essay writing on different topics.
• By writing the alankars student gain knowledge of Swaras.
• Through the writing of Talas, they gain the knowledge of Rhythm.
• By preparing project on folk music, musicians and dance. They have understood the culture of different states of India.

Category: SEC 4 Practical Performance &Viva –Voce

• By learning the Ragas and Talas, student becomes proficient in performance.
• Preparation of a practical file of Ragas and Talas, has further make the practical and theoretical learning more lucid.