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carnatic music

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Carnatic music, or Karnāṭaka saṅgītam is a system of music commonly associated with the southern part of the Indian subcontinent, with its area roughly confined to four modern states of India: Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. It is one of two main subgenres of Indian classical music that evolved from ancient Hindu traditions, the other subgenre being Hindustani music. The main emphasis in Carnatic music is on vocal music; most compositions are written to be sung, and even when played on instruments, they are meant to be performed in gāyaki (singing) style.

Students are taught the basics of Carnatic music in a structured curriculum. Along with this, simple compositions are also taught in order to prepare them for performances and to give students an exposure to the variety and range of Carnatic music. Links to the lyrics and reference audios are provided to students.  


Why Carnatic Music is a very interesting article written by Todd McComb detailing the similarities between Carnatic & Western music.

Curriculum

Level 1:
 Sarali Varisai – Lessons 1 to 14 in three speeds
Janta Varisai – Lessons 1 to 9 in two speeds
Both Sarali Varisai and Janta Varisai in akAram
 
Level 2:
 Dhaatu Varisai – Lessons 1 and 2
Tara staayi Varisai – Lessons 1 to 5
Alankarams – Lessons 1 to 7

Theory: Tala Angas, Sapta Talas, Pancha jaatis,Alankarams in Sapta Talams
 
Level 3:
 Geethams, Nottu Swarams

Theory: Sapta Swaras – Names, Twelve variations, Arohanam and Avarohanam, Staayis
 
Level 4:
Geethams, Nottu Swarams, Swarajathis

Theory: Classification of Ragas and Raga Lakshana, Advanced Tala systems – 35 Talas
 
Level 5:
Varnams – Adi Talam
Krithis
 
Theory: Melakartha Ragas and the Katapayadi sankhya, Vaaggeyakaras – Biography of eminent composers
 
Level 6:
Varnams – Ata Talam
Krithis
 
Theory: Types of compositions
 
 
  • Simple krithis, bhajans, and slokams will be taught in all levels. 
  • Participation in special workshops and performances are an integral part of the training program.
  • Regular attendance and consistent home practice will contribute immensely towards rapid progress.
  • Music book is available for purchase and lyrics to compositions will be provided as and when they are taught
  • For home practice you can purchase the Tanpura app for both Android & iOS
  • You can also click on the following You Tube link for 15 minutes of tanpura in "A" scale (6 kattai) which can be played on a loop. 
               https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ddMfvsmTkQ

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    • Lessons >
      • Dance: e-Learning
      • Music: e-Learning
      • Slokas - Vedic Chants
      • Bhajans - Devotional Music
      • Video resources
  • Events
    • Mahathi Kandukuri Arangetram Sat Aug 9, 2025
    • Sarayu Karthikeyan Arangetram Sun Aug 17, 2025
    • Krishnam Vande Jagatgurum - Dance production on Sat April 26, 2025
    • Tanvi Vijay Arangetram - August 3, 2024
    • Anjali Penamutcha Arangetram - August 10, 2024
    • Sampradaya May 11, 2024
    • Diya Kondur Arangetram August 12, 2023
    • Siyona Ayakkad Arangetram August 19, 2023
    • Sampradaya March 5, 2023
    • Bhavayami
    • Shiva Shakti
  • Special Needs Arts Circle
  • Community Outreach
  • Testimonials
  • Samskriti 25th anniversary celebrations
    • Navarathri 2021 Music festival
    • World Sanskrit Day Celebrations
    • Raga Reverb Online Festival
    • Mahalakshmi - spiritual discourse by Dushyanth Sridhar
    • Abby V concert
  • Support Samskriti