CBSE Class 9 Hindustani Music (Melodic Instruments) Syllabus 2024-25

Class 9 Hindustani Music Syllabus 2024-25

The CBSE Class 9 Hindustani Music (Melodic Instruments) syllabus for the 2024-25 academic session offers a deep dive into the world of classical Indian music, focusing on melodic instruments and the foundational concepts that form the basis of this musical tradition. 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.The syllabus includes important topics such as Sangeet, Dhwani, Nada, Shruti, Swara, Saptak, Alankar, Thaat, and Jati, among others, which are critical for building a solid understanding of Hindustani music. Download the syllabus from our website myCBSEguide now to start preparing and ensure success in your exams.

Key Topics in the CBSE Class 9 Hindustani Music Syllabus 2024-25

1. Definition of Key Concepts
   Students will explore the meanings and significance of important terms in Hindustani music, such as:
   • Sangeet (Music)
   • Dhwani (Sound)
   • Nada (Cosmic Sound)
   • Shruti (Pitch)
   • Swara (Musical Note)
   • Saptak (Octave)
   • Alankar (Ornamentation)
   • Thaat (Scale)
   • Jati (Classification of Ragas)
2. Understanding Melodic Instruments
   The syllabus will introduce students to various melodic instruments used in Hindustani classical music, such as the sitar, sarod, flute, and shehnai. Students will learn about the unique features, history, and playing techniques of these instruments.
3. Raga and Taal
   Students will also be introduced to the concepts of Raga and Taal, the two main pillars of Indian classical music. The study of these concepts is essential for understanding the structure and rhythm in Hindustani music.

Why the CBSE Class 9 Hindustani Music Syllabus is Important

• Cultural Awareness: This syllabus helps students connect with the rich tradition of Hindustani classical music, deepening their understanding of India’s cultural heritage.
• Foundation in Music Theory: By studying fundamental concepts like Shruti, Saptak, and Thaat, students build a strong theoretical foundation that is essential for both performing and appreciating music.
• Skill Development: Students gain practical knowledge of melodic instruments, honing their music skills through understanding and application.

With this CBSE Class 9 Hindustani Music syllabus, students can align their studies with the official curriculum, ensuring thorough preparation for exams. Embrace the beauty of Hindustani music and start your journey into this ancient art form with the updated syllabus.

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CBSE Class 9
Hindustani Music (Melodic Instruments) (Code No. 035)
Syllabus (2024-25)

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Theory: 30 Marks
Practical: 70 Marks
Total: 100 Marks
Time: 02 hours
Time: 15-20 Minutes for each candidate

1. Examiners are requested to ask the questions directly related to the syllabus.
2. Marks should be awarded in accordance with the marking scheme.

Distribution of Marks

Sr. No.	Value Points	Marks
1.	Chalan set to all Ragas	06
2.	Alankaras set to Ragas and Talas. 4 Talabaddha Alankars set to all prescribed Ragas and Talas have been deleted	04
3.	Aaroha, Avroha, pakad, Drut gat with few Todas in each of the following prescribed Raga: Alhaiya Bilawal Yaman Kafi	30
4.	Identification of prescribed Ragas from the phrases of swaras rendered by the examiners	05
5.	Recitation of Thekas of prescribed Talas with Dugun: Dadra Keharva Ektala Teentala	05

* Teachers will refer to the distribution of Marks while examining the candidate for Practical Examination.
Internal Assessment: 20 Marks

Course Structure

Theory: 40 periods
Time: 02 hours
Marks: 30

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

No.	Units	No. of Periods (40)	Marks (30)
	Units 1	10	6
1.1	Definition of the following Sangeet, Dhwani, Nada, Shruti, Swara, Saptak, Alankar, Thaat, Jati	05
1.2	Definition of the following Laya, Tala, Matra, Sam, Tali, Khali, Vibhag, Avartan	05
	Unit 2	08	6
2.1	Definition of the following, Raga, Aroha, Avroha, pakad, vadi, Samvadi, Anuvadi, Vivadi	04
2.2	Definition of the following: Gat, Swarmalika, Lakshan Geet, Khayal	04
	Unit 3	04	6
3.1	Notation System of Pt. V.D Paluskar and Pt.V.N. Bhatkhande	04
	Unit 4	10	6
4.1	Description of the following Ragas: Alhaiya, Bilawal, Yaman, Kafi	05
4.2	Description and ability to do Tala- Notation of the following Talas with dugan: Teentala, Ektala, Keharwa, Dadra	05
	Unit 5	08	6
5.1	Ability to write notation of compositions in prescribed Ragas.	08

Practical-100 Periods
Marks: 50 Marks

S.No.	Topics	No. of periods (100)
1.	Six chalans set to all prescribed Ragas.	10
2.	Four Tala – baddha Alankaras set to all prescribed Ragas and Talas.	15
3.	Aaroha, Avaroha, Pakad, Drut Gat with few Todas in the following Ragas: Alhaiya Bilawal, Yaman, Kafi	50
4.	Identification of prescribed ragas from the phrases of swaras rendered by the examiner.	10
5.	Recitation of the Thekas of Dadra, Keharwa, Teentala, Ektala, with Dugun, keeping Tala with hand beats.	15

Internal Assessment: (20 Marks)

1. Project File: 05 Marks
   • Writing in notation the musical compositions of all Ragas prescribed in the syllabus,
   • Identifying the Tala of the musical compositions.
   • Identifying and Interviewing neighbourhood Artists
   • Draw & label any one instrument (melodic).
   • Description and writing the notation of prescribed Talas with Layakaries (Thah, Dugun, Tigun, Chaugun).
   • Knowledge about any one of the percussion artist.
2. Project Work (05 Marks)
   Suggestive Topics*
   Interrelationship of the following:
   1. Music and Physics (Sound – Frequency, vibration, pitch, intensity, timbre)
   2. Music and Mathematics (Mathematical Calculation of laya)
   3. Music and History (Development of Music during the medieval period)
   4. Music and Geography (Development of Music in varied cultural zones e.g. songs, instruments in mountainous or hilly areas)
   5. Music and languages – Dialects in folk Music
      *Students may choose any one of the above topics or any other topic for project in consultation with 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 Folk song or one Dhun and two tala.

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