CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2027 Carnatic Music

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CBSE Class 10 Syllabus 2027 Question Paper Carnatic Music

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CARNATIC MUSIC - VOCAL
Subject Code - 031
Class-X (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

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● To not only introduce a vital aspect of Indian culture but also develop skills and
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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
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● Will be able to appreciate music as a career oriented subject

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CARNATIC MUSIC - VOCAL
Subject Code - 031
Class X (2026-27)
Assessment Design

S.No Component Marks

A Theory 30

B Practical 50

C Internal Assessment 20

Curriculum & Examination Structure

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

S.No. Topics

1. Brief knowledge of Raga classification.
2. Brief knowledge of scheme of 72 Melakarta.
3. Knowledge of Ragas Prescribed – Suddha Dhanyasi,Sriranjani, Suddha
Saveri, BhairaviKeeravani, Kambhoji, Ananda Bhairavi.

4. Detailed knowledge of Kriti with explanation of decorative angas, Varnams –
Tana Varnam & PadaVarnam.

5. Rudiments of notation & writings of notations of Varnamasand Geetams.
Deleted the number Varnams and Geetam in to one.

6.
Life and contribution of the following 20th Century Composers:
1. Koteeshwara Iyer
2. Papanasam Sivan
3. G.N Balasubramaniam

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(B) Practical Max. Marks: 50

S.No Topics Marks
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1. Singing of Alankaras and Swara Exercise in a raga other 8
than Mayamalava Goula in three degrees of speed.

2. Rendering of at least one Varnams learnt in two degrees 10
of speed.

3. Question based on kriti. Rendition of Kriti learnt in Adi, 12
Roopak and Chapu talas. Swarajmanam test based on the
compositions learnt.
4. 8
Short bout of Kalpana Swaras in 1st speed for the
Compositions mentioned in the syllabus.

5. Any one item from Topic IV of theory syllabus. 7

6. Tuning of Tanpura 5
Total 50

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

(C) Internal Assessment Max. Marks: 20

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CARNATIC MUSIC - MELODIC INSTRUMENTS
Subject Code - 032
Class- X (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
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 ages.
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The ethos and philosophical concepts that are mirrored in the ancient system of Indian
music, can be appreciated by the students who learn this course. Along with the
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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 and Melodic instruments.
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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
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objectives is to make the students focus on the interdisciplinary approaches in
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various musical concepts.
● To develop the ability, techniques and skills of playing the instrument opted for,
thus grooming the students to become professional musicians.
● To motivate students to take up melodic instrumental music as a career as well as
to open avenues for different careers in related fields.
● To make students aware and efficient in other subjects through integrated learning.
● Students not only learn a vital aspect of Indian culture but also develop skills and
qualities that benefit their overall growth and personality development.

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Learning Outcomes
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● Will be able to assimilate musical concepts with other disciplines.
● 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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CARNATIC MUSIC - MELODIC INSTRUMENTS
Subject Code - 032
Class X (2026-27)

Assessment Design

S.No Component Marks
A Theory 30
B Practical 50
C Internal Assessment 20

Curriculum & Examination Structure
(A) Theory Max. Marks: 30
Time: 02 hours
S.No. Topics
1. Raga classification in General
2. Raga lakshanas of Suddha Saveri, Sriranjani, Kambhoji, Abhogi, Nata,
Hindolam and Hari Kambhoji
3. Writing notations of Adi tala Varna in two speeds and Gitams set in
Roopaka tala.

4. An outline knowledge of 72 Melakartas
5. Detailed knowledge of musical forms Kriti, JatiSwaramand Varnam.
6. Life sketch and contribution of Lalgudi Jayaram and M.S.Gopala Krishnan,
S. Balachandar & T.R. Mahalingam
7. Basic knowledge of opted instrument

(B) Practical Max. Marks: 50
S. No. Topics Marks
1. One Adi tala Varnam in two speeds. 8
2. Three Kriti in the prescribed ragas - Sriranjani, Suddha 12
Saveri, kambhoji, Abhogi, Nata, Hindolam and
Harikambhoji
3. At-least one Jati Swaram and one Swarajati 8
4. Explanation of the details of the ragas prescribed. 14
5. Tuning of the instrument opted for 8
Total 50

(C) Internal Assessment and Project work Max. Marks: 20

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CARNATIC MUSIC – PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTS
Subject Code- 033
Class-X (2026-27)
Introduction
The course in Carnatic music - Percussion Instruments at Secondary and Senior
Secondary level is being offered for the students, who develop an aptitude and
creative ability in the art of Percussion Instruments and carry forward their capabilities
in Percussion music through education. The syllabus offered in this course envisages
the holistic development of the students by introducing to them, the intangible values
and rich cultural heritage of our country, which have been in coexistence with music
and art forms practiced through ages. The ethos and philosophical concepts that are
mirrored in the ancient system of Indian music, can be appreciated by the students
who learn this course. Along with the intricacies as well as cadences of musical
rhythm, 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 and Percussion
instruments.
● To inculcate curiosity about the formation of Tala and its various Jaatis, angas
etc and further development to the 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 the ability, techniques and skills of playing the instrument opted for,
thus grooming the students to become professional artists of their respective
fields.
● To motivate students to take up percussion instrumental music as a career as
well as to open avenues for different careers in related fields.
● To make students aware and efficient in other subjects through integrated
learning.
● Students not only learn a vital aspect of Indian culture but also develop skills
and qualities that benefit their overall growth and personality development.

Learning Outcome
By learning this course, students:
● Will be able to understand the concepts of Percussion Instruments in Carnatic
Music
● Will be able to understand the Tala and its various systems in Carnatic music.
● Will be able to learn the art of playing Carnatic percussion instruments, its
techniques and skills
● Will be able to assimilate musical concepts with other disciplines
● Will be able to develop a scientific approach in all aspects, through systematic
training opportunities offered during teaching – learning process
● Will be able to appreciate Percussion music as a career oriented subject.
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CARNATIC MUSIC – PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTS
Subject Code - 033
Class X (2026-27)

Assessment Design
Sr.no Component Marks

A Theory 30
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(A) Theory Max. Marks: 30
Time: 2 Hours
S.No. Topics

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1. Detailed Knowledge about the structure and components of the
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2. Playing techniques adopted

3. 16 Angas of Talas, Korvai, Koraippu etc. In preparing Korvai and
Koraipu, only Adi and Roopka talas expected. Other talas are
deleted

4. Basic knowledge of Jaati and Gati Bhedas in detail.

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5. A brief outline of different schools of playing Mridangam.

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Deleted the detailed explanation of different schools of
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Mridangam but only Brief explanation is expected.

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(B) Practical Max. Marks: 50

S.No. Topics Marks

1. Knowledge of tuning Mridangam. 6

2. To prepare and play Sollukattu for Adi, Rupaka, Triputa and 14
Chapu tala varieties.
3. Accompaniment for musical form like Varnam, and Tillana. 8
Deleted slow tempo accompaniment to Padam in
addition to jati swram and Kriti

4. Knowledge to prepare Mohra and Korvai in Adi, Rupaka, Chapu 12
and Triputa talas.

5. Play “Tani Avartanam” for at-least 6 to 8 avartanas in only Adi 10
and Roopaka tala are expected and other varieties of tala are
deleted.

Total 50

(C) Internal Assessment and Project Work Max. Marks: 20

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