PO1:Understanding essentials of a performing art:Learning the rudiments of a Classical art and the various elements that go into the presentation of such an art.
PO2:Developing theoretical knowledge:Learning the theory that goes behind the practice of a performing art supplements the learner to become a holistic practioner.
PO3:Learning History and Culture: The contribution and patronage of various establishments, the background and evolution of Art.
PO4:Allied Art forms:An overview of allied fields of art and exposure to World Music.
PO5:Modern trends:Understanding the modern trends in Classical Arts and the contribution of revolutionaries of this century.
PO6:Contribution to society:Applying knowledge learnt to teach students of future generations.
PO7:Research and Further study:Encouraging further study and research into the field of Classical Art with focus on interdisciplinary study impacting society at large.
Curriculum & Syllabus
CURRICULUM & SYLLABUS
MINIMUM CREDITS TO BE EARNED: 140
Code No.
Course
Hours/Week
Credits
Maximum Marks
Lecture
Tutorial
Practical
CA
SEE
Total
LANG
Tamil I/
Hindi / French
3
0
0
3
40
60
60
ENG
English I
3
0
0
3
40
60
60
CORE1
Theory of Music 1 - Basic Concepts.
3
1
0
4
40
60
60
CORE2
History of Music – 1 – History of Western Classical Music and Early Music.
Pass in (10+2) or its equivalent or Diploma in Music or Dance
Merit based on percentage of marks secured in the qualifying examinations
Career Prospects
CAREER PROSPECTS
Professional Performer
Teaching Faculty at Schools
Aboard Programmes
Own Institution
Cine Music Programme.
Alumni Testimonials
He has successfully completed B.A. Western Music in the Department of School of Music and Fine Arts and appointed as Assistant Professor in Western Music.
V. Evan Raj (B.A Western Music), : 2018-2021
Asst. Professor, VISTAS
Fee Structure
Tuition Fee 2024 - 2025 (Per Sem)
Other Fee (Per Sem)
Total Fee 2024 - 2025 (Per Sem)
13,000
10,000
23,000
Diploma in Karnatic Music
Course Outcomes
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEO)
To understand the origin of music and dance and its special features.
To acquire basic understanding about musical instruments, Ragas, Talas.
To know about the basic technical terms and fundamental of music. To know the rhythmic patterns and its varieties in music.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who have passed 10th standard are eligible for diploma courses. Students should submit original 10th standard mark sheet conducted by Government of Tamil Nadu or an examination accepted as equivalent thereof and Transfer Certificate.
2. To acquire basic understanding about musical instruments.
3. To know about the basic technical terms and fundamental of theory.
4. To know the rhythmic patterns and its varieties in western music.
Eligibility Criteria
It is a three year diploma course with six semesters. Candidates who have passed 10th standard are eligible for diploma course , student should submit original 10th standard mark sheet conducted by the Government of Tamilnadu or an Examination accepted as equivalent thereof and Transfer Certificate. The Board of Studies for the year 2021 – 2022 has approved the following qualifications for Diploma Course admission.
The candidate with a minimum educational qualification of 8th passed should posses 2 one year certificate course that is 8 + 1 + 1 which is equivalent to 10th.
The candidate with minimum educational qualification of 9th passed should posses 1 one year certificate course that is 9 + 1 which is equivalent to 10th.
The candidate should posses any 2 grade certificates in 6, 7, 8 grade certificates of International board of studies (Trinity, ABRSM, RSL, RCM, LCM) with minimum educational qualification 8th passed.
SEMESTER 1 – THEORY OF MUSIC –PAPER 1 BASIC CONCEPTS AND TERMINOLOGY
UNIT I
The Staff, The Treble Clef and Staff, The Bass Clef and Staff, Whole – Half – Quarter Notes, Measures – Bar Lines – Double Bar Lines, Time Signatures and Note Values, The Grand Staff, Leger Lines, Whole – Half – Quarter Rests, Another Time Signature.
UNIT II
Another Time Signature, The Dotted Half Notes, Ties and Slurs, Repeat Signs, First And Second Endings, Eight Notes, Eighth Rest , Dotted Quarter Notes Flat , Sharp.
UNIT III
Natural, Whole and Half Steps , Chromatic Scale , The Major Scale , More Major Scale ( F & G) , Other Major Scale ( Bb ,Eb ,D,A ), Key signatures , Circle Of Fifth ( Major Sharp Key ) Intervals ,Circle Of Fifth ( Major Flat Key ) , Circle Of Fifth ( all Major Keys).
UNIT IV
Dynamics , D.C. and D.S., Coda and Fine , Tempo Marking and other Musical Symbols , Sixteenth Note , Sixteenth Rest , Dotted Eighth Notes , Intervals , Diatonic Intervals , Chromatic Intervals.
UNIT V
More Time Signatures, Another Way to Count , Triplets , Syncopation , Major Chords- Major triads , Chords Related to a Key , Chords Progressions , Dominant Seventh Chord , Inversions , Inversions of the Dominant seventh Chord, Transposition , Natural Minor , Hormonic Minor , Melodic Minor , Harmonizing a Melody , Composing a Melody.
SEMESTER 1 – THEORY OF MUSIC –PAPER 1 BASIC CONCEPTS AND TERMINOLOGY
UNIT I
The Staff, The Treble Clef and Staff, The Bass Clef and Staff, Whole – Half – Quarter Notes, Measures – Bar Lines – Double Bar Lines, Time Signatures and Note Values, The Grand Staff, Leger Lines, Whole – Half – Quarter Rests, Another Time Signature.
UNIT II
Another Time Signature, The Dotted Half Notes, Ties and Slurs, Repeat Signs, First And Second Endings, Eight Notes, Eighth Rest , Dotted Quarter Notes Flat , Sharp.
UNIT III
Natural, Whole and Half Steps , Chromatic Scale , The Major Scale , More Major Scale ( F & G) , Other Major Scale ( Bb ,Eb ,D,A ), Key signatures , Circle Of Fifth ( Major Sharp Key ) Intervals ,Circle Of Fifth ( Major Flat Key ) , Circle Of Fifth ( all Major Keys).
UNIT IV
Dynamics , D.C. and D.S., Coda and Fine , Tempo Marking and other Musical Symbols , Sixteenth Note , Sixteenth Rest , Dotted Eighth Notes , Intervals , Diatonic Intervals , Chromatic Intervals.
UNIT V
More Time Signatures, Another Way to Count , Triplets , Syncopation , Major Chords- Major triads , Chords Related to a Key , Chords Progressions , Dominant Seventh Chord , Inversions , Inversions of the Dominant seventh Chord, Transposition , Natural Minor , Hormonic Minor , Melodic Minor , Harmonizing a Melody , Composing a Melody.
It is a two year diploma course with four semesters. Candidates who have passed 10th standard are eligible for diploma course , student should submit original 10th standard mark sheet conducted by the Government of Tamilnadu or an Examination accepted as equivalent thereof and Transfer Certificate.
Career Prospects
CAREER PROSPECTS
Professional Performer
Teaching Faculty at Schools
Aboard Programmes
own Institution
Cine Music Programme.
Fees Structure
Program
Eligibility
Criteria for Merit
Diploma in Western Music (Keyboard, Guitar, Drums)
Pass in 10th Std. or equivalent
Merit Based on percentage of marks secured in the qualifying examination.
Certificate Course in Western Music(Drums)
Program Outcomes
Program Outcomes(PO)
PO1: To Understand The Origin Of Western Music And Special Features.
PO2: To acquire basic understanding about Musical Instrument, Melodies and Rhythms.
PO3: To know the basic technical terms and rudiment of western music.
PO4: To know the rhythmic patterns and its varieties in western music.
