CBSE Senior Secondary Syllabus 2027 Carnatic Vocal

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CBSE Senior Secondary
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CBSE Senior Secondary Syllabus 2027 Question Paper Carnatic Vocal

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Class- XI-XII (2026-27)

Introduction
The course in Carnatic Melodic Instruments at Secondary and Senior Secondary level, is
being offered for the students, who develop an aptitude and creative ability in the art of
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playing melodic instruments and carry forward their capabilities in music through
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education. The syllabus offered in this course envisages the holistic development of the
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students by introducing to them, the intangible values and rich cultural heritage of our
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country, which have been in coexistence with music and art forms practiced through

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ages. The ethos and philosophical concepts that are mirrored in the ancient system of
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Indian music, can be appreciated by the students who learn this course. Along with the
intricacies of music, this course induces a historical consciousness among the students
who wish to pursue higher studies in Music. To some extent this course may even be
considered as a stepping stone to vocational studies

Objectives
● To introduce to students, an understanding of certain principles related to the
origin and development of Indian music through ages and to familiarize students
with the rich history and diversity of Carnatic music.
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● To not only introduce a vital aspect of Indian culture but also develop skills and
qualities that benefit overall growth and personality development.
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● To inculcate curiosity about the formation of grama, moorchana, jaati, and further
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development to the raga system and intricate tala system etc.
● Music is very closely associated with many Science and Arts disciplines. One of
the objectives is to make the students focus on the interdisciplinary approaches in
various musical concepts.
● To develop an aptitude for singing and groominf the students to become
professional singers.
● To motivate students to take up music as a career as well as to open avenues for
different careers in related fields.

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Learning Outcomes
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By learning this course, students;

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● Will be able to learn raga delineation and other creative aspects of Carnatic music
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● Will be able to develop a scientific approach in all aspects through the systematic
training opportunities offered during teaching – learning process
● Will be able to appreciate music as a career oriented subject

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Assessment Design

Sr.no Component Marks

A Theory 30

B Practical 50

C Internal Assessment 20

Curriculum & Examination Structure

(A) Theory Max. Marks: 30
Time: 2 Hours

History and Theory of Indian Music

1. An Outline knowledge of the following Lakshana Grantha- Natyasastra and
Chaturdandi Prakasika.

2. Short Life-sketchand contributions of the following composers-
Purandaradasa, Tyagaraja, Muthuswamy Dikshitar,Syama Sastri, and Swati
Tirunal.
3. A Study of the lakshanas of musical forms: Varnam,kriti,Kirtana, Swarajati,

4. Definition and explanation of the following terms: Nada,shruti, vadi:-
samvadi:- vivadi:- Anuvadi:- Amsa, Nyasa, jaati, raga,tala, jati, yati,
Dhatu, Matu
5. Candidate should be able to write in notation of theVarnams in the
prescribed ragas

6. Brief lakshanas of the ragas prescribed. Excluding Dhanyasi, Bhairavi &
Kambhoji.
7. Brief introduction to Manodharma Sangitam
8. Talas Prescribed:- Adi, Roopaka, Mishra & Khanda chapu

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(B) Practical Max. Marks: 50

Practical Activites Marks
1. Ragas prescribed for composition: Sankarabharanam,
Kharaharapriya,Kalyani, Mohanam, Bilahari,Madhyamavati,
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Arabhi, Anandabhairavi, Kanada, Vasanta & Simhendra
Madhyamam.

2. Varnams (at least 2) in Aditala in two degrees of speed. 10
3. Kriti / Kirtana in the prescribed ragas covering the main talas Adi, 10
Rupakam.
4. Brief alapana of the ragas prescribed. 8
5. Kalpana Swaras in Adi and Rupaka tala rendered in two 8
degrees of speed
Total 50

*Teachers will refer to the distribution of Marks while examining the candidate for
practical examination.

(C) Internal Assessment Max. Marks: 20

1. Project -File (05 Marks)
 Writing in notation the musical compositions of all Ragas prescribed in the
syllabus.
 Identifying the Tala of musical compositions.
 Drawing and labelling the various parts of any percussion instrument.
 Identifying and interviewing any neighborhood Artists.

2. Project work (05 Marks)
Analyse the style of any two contemporary musicians in classical music concert.

3. Periodic practical Test, restricted to three in an Academic year. (10 Marks)
Average of best two tests to be taken for final marks submission. Each test will
examine a candidate for one Raga from the syllabus, one Varnam and a Kriti.

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Assessment Design

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Curriculum & Examination Structure

(A) Theory Max. Marks: 30
Time: 2 Hours
History and Theory of Indian Music

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1. An Outline Knowledge of the following Lakshana Grandhas Sangita
(i) Saramrita, Sangita Sampradaya Pradarsini, Svaramelakalanidhi, Raga
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Vibodha, Brihaddesi.
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(ii) Short life sketch and contributions of the following: Annamacharya,
Kshetrajna, Swati Tirunal, Gopalakrishna Bharati, Maha Vaidyanatha
Iyer, Patanam Subramanya Iyer. Ramnad Srinivasa Iyenger, Mysore
Vasudevachar.
(iii) A study of musical forms: Kriti, Padam, Javali,Tiruppugazh, Ragamalika.

(iv) Detailed study of Manodharma Sangita
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Bhashanga, Upanga, Varja, Vakra ragas, Arudi,Eduppu, Prabandham,
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Grama, Murchana, Jaati.

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3. Lakshanas of the ragas prescribed in practical activity
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prescribed ragas.
5. Brief description of concert instruments, their construction
techniques of playing.
6. Classification of Musical Instruments in general.

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(A) Practical Max. Marks: 50

1. Ragas prescribed: Pantuvarali, Todi, Nata, Goula, Sri, Saveri,Kedaragaula,
Purvikalyani, Mohanam, Keeravani, Ritigoula .
2. One varnam in Atatala in two degrees of speed.
3. Alapana of the ragas prescribed.
4. Compositions in authentic tradition atleast one each in the prescribe
ragascovering musical forms, kritis, Padams, Javalis,
Tillanas and Raga
malikas.
5. Niraval and kalpana svaras in Adi, Rupaka, and ChapuTalas inonly
firstdegree of speed.
6. One Simple Pallavi (R.T.P) in adi or Khanda Triputa Tala with Trikalamonly.

7. Knowledge of tuning tambura.

*Teachers will refer to the distribution of Marks while examine the candidate for
practical examination.

(B) Internal Assessment Max. Marks: 20

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GUIDELINES FOR EVALUATION OF PRACTICALS

Practical

Duration: 30 to 45 minutes Per candidate Max. Marks: 50

General Instructions:
1. Before starting the test, the candidate may be asked to submit a list of what
they have been taught from the syllabus.
2. Examiners are expected to ask questions which have direct relevance with

the course and syllabus.
3. Award of marks should be in accordance with the marking scheme.

Sr.No Value Point
Marks
1. For tuning the Tambura/drone and questions related to it 05
2. One Ata Tala Varnam in two degrees of speed 05
3. One kriti as per the choice of the candidate with all 05
Manodharma aspects
4. One kriti with Manodharma aspects as per the choice of 10
the examiners
5. One post Pallavi item 04
6. Testing the knowledge on prescribed raga lakshanas 04
7. Testing the knowledge of prescribed Talas 04
8. Testing the knowledge of various type of Musical forms 04
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9. Examine the svarajnanam of the candidate. 04
10. Presentation of the Pallavi Learnt. 05
Total 50

Note: 20 marks for internal assessment & Project work. External examiners have to
be arranged for 50 marks for the practical examination.

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Internal Assessment & Project Work Max.Marks 20

Project Work Guidelines:

Minimum four reports and maximum ten reports have to be submitted. Best four will
be considered for Evaluation.
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 Must attend and report live concerts (both vocal and Instrumental)

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 Details of the organization (i.e., notices informing the concert has to be included in
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 Presentation of items in order
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 Audience response and duration of each item.
 Details about the item in which Tani avartanam was played.
 Photographs of the live concert.

Note:In absence of live classical concerts, students can make report on Devotional
Bhajans, T.V. live shows, etc.

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List of Topics for reference:
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 Tuning of the Tambura/drone. Theacandidate should be asked to tune the Tambura
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to his/her pitch. Questions related
 Varnam: One Ata Tala Varnam of the candidate’s choice in two degrees of speed,
either entirely or in part may be asked.
 A kriti of the candidate’s choice, may be asked along with Alapana, Niraval and
Kalpanasvaram.

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