CBSE Class 10 Hindustani Music (Vocal) Syllabus 2024-25

CBSE Class 10 Hindustani Music (Vocal) Syllabus 2024-25

The CBSE Class 10 Hindustani Music (Vocal) Syllabus for the academic session 2024-25 provides a comprehensive framework for students pursuing vocal music. The syllabus is designed to assess both the theoretical and practical aspects of Hindustani classical music, including the identification and performance of prescribed ragas, understanding of swaras, and other critical musical concepts. Students must follow the updated CBSE syllabus to ensure they are aligned with the official curriculum. With the most recent syllabus, students can focus on important topics, manage their study time effectively, and prepare for their exams with confidence using myCBSEGuide App.

Key Topics in the 2024-25 CBSE Class 10 Hindustani Music (Vocal) Syllabus

1. Identification of Prescribed Ragas
   One of the key components of the syllabus is the identification of prescribed ragas. Students are required to recognize ragas from the phrases of swaras rendered by the examiner, and demonstrate their understanding of the raga’s mood, time, and structure.
2. Alap and Bandish
   Students are expected to perform alap (a slow, improvised form of introduction to a raga) and bandish (a fixed composition) in the prescribed ragas. This tests both their improvisational skills and their ability to perform set compositions with correct rhythm and melody.
3. Taal and Laya
   Understanding taal (rhythmic cycle) and laya (tempo) is crucial in Hindustani music. Students should be able to sing compositions in different taals and laya, demonstrating their grasp of rhythm along with melody.
4. Swaras (Notes) and Their Role in Ragawali
   Students must show proficiency in rendering the seven swaras (Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha, Ni) correctly, as they form the foundation of all ragas in Hindustani classical music. The focus is on maintaining the correct intonation and swara alignment.
5. Music Appreciation
   A segment of the syllabus also includes the appreciation of Indian classical music, which may involve writing about various ragas, their importance, characteristics, and the emotional impact they evoke.
6. Performance Skills
   Students must showcase their ability to render ragas with correct tonal quality, clear pronunciation, and a well-structured presentation that includes appropriate emotional expression.
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Preparing for the CBSE Class 10 Hindustani Music (Vocal) Exam

To excel in the CBSE Class 10 Hindustani Music (Vocal) exam, students need a systematic approach to preparation. Here are some effective study tips and resources:

• Practice Regularly
  Consistent practice is key to mastering vocal music. Focus on improving your vocal range, swara pronunciation, and mastering the prescribed ragas and bandishes.
• Understand the Theory
  A solid understanding of the theoretical concepts, including taal, laya, raga characteristics, and the importance of swaras, is essential. Students should also familiarize themselves with music terminology and notation.
• Model Question Papers
  Solving sample question papers helps familiarize students with the exam pattern and provides a sense of the types of questions that might be asked. Practice with model papers to develop exam-taking strategies.
• Chapter-wise Test Papers
  These tests allow students to focus on individual chapters or topics, helping them identify areas of weakness and improve in those specific areas.
• Revision Notes
  Creating concise notes for key concepts such as ragas, taals, and bandish will help with quick revision before exams.
• Performance Evaluation
  Consider recording your performances and evaluating them critically, or performing in front of peers or instructors to get feedback and improve.

Stay Aligned with the Latest Syllabus and Resources

The updated CBSE syllabus for Hindustani Music (Vocal) for the 2024-25 session reflects the most current trends in music education. Students should refer to this official syllabus for accurate guidelines on exam preparation. Keeping up with the latest resources such as updated model papers and revision notes ensures students are well-prepared for their exams.

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CBSE Class 10
Hindustani Music Vocal (Code No. 034)
Syllabus (2024-25)

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Total: 100 Marks
Theory (30 Marks)
Time: 02 Hours

Practical (External Assessment) (50 Marks)
Internal Assessment (20 Marks)
Time 20-25 Minutes for each candidate

1. External Examiners are requested to ask the questions directly related to the syllabus.
2. Marks should be awarded in accordance with the marking scheme.
3. External Examiners will refer to the distribution of marks while examining the candidate for practical examination.

Distribution of Marks

Sr. No	Value Points	Marks
1.	One Vilambit Khayal with simple elaborations in any one of the prescribed Raga Bhupali Khamaj Brindavani Sarang	12
2.	Aaroha, Avaroha, Pakad and Drut Khayal with simple elaborations and few Tanas in each prescribed Ragas:	24
3.	Devotional Song	04
4.	Identification of prescribed Ragas from the phrases of Swaras rendered by the examiner.	04
5.	Recitation of Thekas of the following prescribed Talas with dugun: Tilwada Chautala Rupak	06

Course Structure

Theory – 40 periods
Time: 02 hours
30 Marks

1. Questions to be set with internal choice covering the entire syllabus
   

   Sr. No.	Units	No.of Periods
   Units 1		08
   1.1	Define the following: Aalap, Taan, Meend, Kan	03
   1.2	Define the following: Dhrupad, Dhamar, Tarana	05
   Unit 2		04
   2.2	Basic knowledge of the structure and Tuning of Tanpura.	04
   Unit 3		12
   3.1	Detailed study of the following Ragas: Bhupali, Khamaj, Des, Brindavani Sarang	05
   3.2	Description and Tala notation of the following Talas with Thah, Dugun, Tigun and Chaugun Tilwada, Chautala, Sultala, Rupak.	07
   Unit 4		08
   4.1	Ability to write notation of compositions in prescribed ragas.	04
   4.2	To identify Ragas from phrases and elaborate them in Swaras.	04
   Unit 5		08
   5.1	Brief life sketch and contribution to music of Tansen. Sadarang and Faiyaz Khan.	05
   5.2	Contibution of Omkar Nath Thakur	03

External Practical – 100 periods
50 Marks

Sr.No	Topics	No. of periods
1.	One Vilambit Khayal with simple elaborations in any one of the prescribed Ragas. Bhupali Khamaj Brindavani Sarang	24
2.	Aaroha, Avaroha, Pakad and Drut Khayal with simple elaborations and few Tanas in each of the prescribed Ragas:	44
3.	Devotional Song	6
4.	Ability to recognize the prescribed Ragas from the Phrases of swaras rendered by the examiner.	8
5.	Recitation of the Thekas of the following Talas with dugun, keeping Tala with hand-beats: Tilwada Chautala Rupak	18

Internal Assessment: (20 Marks)

1. Project – File (05 Marks)
   1. Writing in notation the musical compositions of all Ragas prescribed in the syllabus
   2. Identifying the Tala of musical compositions
   3. Drawing and labelling the various parts of any percussion instrument
   4. Description and writing the notation of all prescribed Talas with Layakaries (Thah, Dugun, Tigun, Chaugun)
   5. Identifying and interviewing any neighbourhood Artists.
2. Project Work (05 Marks)
   Suggestive Topics * Interrelationship of the following:
   1. Music and Religion
   2. Music and Cinema
   3. Music and Electronic Media
   4. Devotional aspects in Music
   5. Inter–relationship of Arts (Music- Dance or Theatre or Visual Arts) *Students may choose any one of the above topics or any other topic for project in consultation with the teacher.
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 Devotional Song and two Talas.

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