Prarambhika
‘Prarambhika’ is the first level. The aim of this course is to acquaint the student with the basics of Indian classical music. Thus, concepts like swara, ragas and taal are introduced here, and the student is expected to learn some basic ragas. It is only when these concepts are strong that the learner can take his/her next steps confidently.
syllabus
1. Introduction To The notation system.
2. Introduction To Swara and Alankar.
3. Introduction To Laya & Taal.
4. Learning Basic Ragas
5. Learning & Exercising Swara.
6. Learning Laxangeet.
7. National Songs Preparation.
8. The Art of Listening.
9. Practice Session / Exam Preparation.
10. Definitions & Concepts.
1. Introduction To The Notation System.
Introduction to Pandit Bhatkhande and Pandit Paluskar notation system, reading the notations, musical symbols, scale, octave to be familiar with the complete notation system.
2. Introduction To Swar and Alankar.
Understanding seven shuddha swara & 10 different alankar with taal. Understanding komal and tivra swara.
3. Introduction To Laya & Taal.
Introduction to laya and it’s types. Practicing laya with metronome. Understanding different taal and taal related information such as taal dadra, rupak, keherva, zaptaal, ektaal, teentaal, etc.
4. Learning Basic Ragas
Introduction of some Ragas such as Bhoop, Bageshree, Bhimpalas, Durga, Des, Kafi , Khamaj and Yaman. Detailed study of Aroh-Avaroh, Pakad, Saragam Geet along with Bandish/Chota Khyal with notations and taal.
5. Learning & Exercising Swara.
Focusing on musical notes & voice technique by identification of swara. Exercising & improving voice clarity & voice projection.
6. Introduction To Laxangeet.
Introduction to Laxangeets. Preparation of two different laxangeet in learnt ragas from the syllabus. Focus on laxangeet using taal.
7. National Songs Preparation.
Preparing for Indian National Anthem & Indian National Song with the gained musical knowledge.
8. The Art of Listening.
Understanding the subtle art of listening to focus on important aspects Swara, Swar Alankar, Raga, Saragam Geet, Bandish/Chota Khayal & different recordings.
9. Practice Session / Exam Preparation.
Different Musical Exercises, Practice sessions, More study for identification of Taal, Exam Preparation with the adept teachers.
10. Theory – Definitions
Concluding with theoretical knowledge of Sangeet, Raga, Thaat, Vadi-Samvadi, Laya, Taal, Aroh-Awaroh, Pakad etc.