SENIOR SCHOOL CURRICULUM 2018-19

VOLUME III (i)

Carnatic Music
Effective from the academic session 2018-19 for
class- XI and XII
 (A) CARNATIC MUSIC (VOCAL) (CODE NO. 031)
CLASS–XI (2018–19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30
72 Periods
Theory:

History and Theory of Indian Music

1. (a) Brief history of Carnatic music with special reference of Silappadikaram,

Natyasastra, Sangita Ratnakara and Chaturdandi Prakasika.

(b) Life-sketch and contributions of the following composers-Purandaradasa, Tyagaraja,

Muthuswamy Dikshitar, Syama Sastri and Bhadrachala Ramdas. Jayadeva of
Narayana Tirtha, Swati Tirumal.

(c) Study of the lakshanas of musical forms: Varnam, kriti, lakshanagitam and padam,
Pad Varnam, Daru, Svarajati, Geetam.

2. Definition and explanation of the following terms: Nada, sruti, svara, jaati, raga, tala, jati,
yati, Dhatu, Matu

3. Candidate should be able to write in notation of the compositions in the prescribed

ragas.

4. Brief lakshanas of the ragas prescribed.

5. Brief introduction to Manodharma Sangitam.

CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper

Marks: 70

B. Practical Activities

1. Ragas prescribed: Bhairavi, Sankarabharanam, Kharaharapriya, Kalyani, Kambhoji,

Mohanam, Bilahari, Madhyamavati, Arabhi, Anandabhairavi, Kanada, Dhanyasi,
Vasanta & Simhendra Madhyamam

2. Varnams (atleast 5) in Aditala in two degrees of speed.

3. Traditionally rendered (atleast one) compositions in the prescribed ragas covering the
main talas Adi, Rupakam and Chapu.

4. Brief alapana of the ragas prescribed.

5. Kalpana Svaras in Adi and Rupaka talas rendered in Vilamba and Madhyama kalas
 (A) CARNATIC MUSIC (VOCAL): (CODE NO. 031)

CLASS–XII (2018-19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours Marks: 30
72 Periods
Theory:

A. History and Theory of Indian Music

1. (a) Brief history of Carnatic music with special reference to Sangita Saramrita, Sangita
Sampradaya Pradarsini, Svaramelakalanidhi, Raga Vibodham, Brihaddesi.

(b) Short life sketch and contributions of the following: Annamacharya, Kshetrajna, Swati
Tirunal, Gopalakrishna Bharati, Maha Vaidyanatha Iyer, Patanam Subramanya Aiyar.
Ramnad Srinivasa Iyenger, Mysore Vasudevachar.

(c) A study of musical forms:- Kriti, Padam, Javali, Tillana, Tiruppugazh, Ragamalika. (d)
Detailed study of Manodharma Sangita.

2. Definition and explanation of the following:- Janaka-Janya ragas, Bhashanga, Upanga,

Varja, Vakra ragas, Gamakas, Arudi, Eduppu, Prabandham, Grama, Murchana, Jaati

3. Lakshanas of the ragas prescribed for practical.

4. Candidates should be able to write in notation of the composistion in the prescribed

ragas.

5. Brief description of concert instruments, their construction and technique.

CLASS–XII (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

168 Periods
B. Practical Activities
1. Ragas prescribed: Pantuvarali, Todi, Nata, Gaula, Varali, Sri, Saveri, Mukhari,
Kedaragaula, Purvikalyani, Mohanam, Keeravani, Ritigaula & Surati.
2. Two varnam in Atatala in two degrees of speed.
3. Alapana of the ragas prescribed.
4. Compositions in authentic tradition atleast one each of the prescribed ragas covering
musical forms, kritis, Padams, Javalis, Tillanas and Raga–malikas.
5. Niraval and kalpana svaras in Adi, Rupaka, and Chapu Talas in two degrees of speed.
6. One Simple Pallavi (R.T.P) in adi or Khanda Triputa Tala with Trikalam only.
 CARNATIC MUSIC (VOCAL) PRACTICAL (CODE NO. 031)
GUIDELINES TO THE EXAMINERS FOR EVALUATION OF PRACTICALS
CLASS–XII (2018–19)
One Practical Paper Marks: 70
Duration: 30 to 45 minutes per candidate

General Instruments:

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 mark should be in accordance with the marking scheme.

S.No Value Point Marks

1. For tuning the Tanpura/drone and questions related to it 05
2. One Ata TalaVarnam in two degrees of speed 06
3. A kriti as per the choice of the candidate with all Manodharma 08
aspects
4. A kriti with Manodharma aspects as per the choice of the examiners 10
5. One post Pallavi item 04
6. Testing the knowledge on prescribed raga lakshanas 05
7. Testing the knowledge of prescribed Talas 05
8. Testing the knowledge of various type of Musical forms learnt 05
9. Examine the svarajnanam of the candidate. 06
10. Presentation of the Pallavi Learnt. 06
11. Project Work 10
TOTAL 70

Project Work guideline:

Minimum four reports and maximum ten reports have to be submitted. Best four will be
considered for Evaluation.

1. Must attend and report live concerts (both vocal and Instrumental)
2. Details of the organization (i.e., notices informing the concert has to be included in the
project)
3. Items presented (chronological order )

4. Details of each item presented (Whether creative or Manodharma aspects included) 5.

Audience response and duration of each item.

6. Details about the item in which Tani avartanam was played.

7. Photographs of the live concert.

Note: In absence of live classical concerts, students can make report on Devotional Bhajans,
T.V. live shows, etc.
List of topics for the guidance of the examiners

1. Tuning of the Tambura/drone. The candidate should be asked to tune the Tambura to
his/her pitch. Questions related to its structure, tonality, etc., may be asked.

2. Varnam: One Ata Tala Varnam of the candidate’s choice in two degrees of speed, either
entirely or in part may be asked.

3. A kriti of the candidate’s choice, may be asked along with Alapana, Niraval, and
Kalpanasvaram.
 (B) CARNATIC MUSIC (MELODIC INSTRUMENTAL) (CODE NO. 032)
CLASS–XI: (THEORY)

One theory paper Total Marks: 100

1 Hours
Marks : 30
72 period

Theory:

A. History and Theory of Indian Music

1. (a) Brief history of Carnatic Music with special reference to Silappadikaram, Natyasastra,
Sangita Ratnakara and Chaturdandi Prakasika.

(b) Short life sketch and contributions of the following:- Veena Dhanammal, flute Saraba
Sastry, Rajamanikkam Pillai, Tirukkodi Kaval Krishna lyer (violin) Rajaratnam Pillai
(Nagasvaram), Thyagaraja, Syamasastry, Muthuswamy Deekshitar, Veena Seshodana.

(c) Brief study of the musical forms, Kriti, Varnams, Geetam and Svarajati, Keertana &
Padam.

2. Definition and explanation of the following:

Nada, Sruti, Svara, Jaati, Raga, Tala, Jati, Yati, Suladisapta talas, Nadai, Arohana,
Avarohana.

3. Candidates should be able to write in notation the compositions in the prescribed

ragas.

4. Lakshanas of the ragas prescribed for Practical.

5. Talas Prescribed: Adi, Roopaka, Misra Chapu and Khanda Chapu. A brief study of
Suladi Saptatalas Scheme.

6. A brief introduction to Manodhama Sangitam

CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

168 Periods

B. Practical Activities
1. Ragas Prescribed:
Mayamalavagowla, Sankarabharana, Kharaharapriya, Kalyani, Kambhoji,
Madhyamavati, Arabhi, Pantuvarali Vedaragaula, Vasanta, Anandabharan, Hanada,
Dhanyasi.

2. Varnams (atleast four) in Aditala in two degree of speed.

3. Atleast one authentic compositions traditionally rendered in each of the prescribed

ragas, covering the main Talas Adi, Rupakam and Chapu.
4. Brief alapana of the ragas prescribed.

5. Technique of playing niraval and kalpana svaras in Adi, and Rupaka talas in Vilamba
and Madhyamakalas.

6. The candidate should be able to produce all the gamakas pertaining to the chosen
instrument.
 (B) CARNATIC MUSIC (MELODIC INSTRUMENTAL) (CODE NO. 032)
CLASS–XII (THEORY)
One theory paper Total Marks: 100
3 hours
Marks: 30
72 periods
Theory:

A. History and Theory of Indian Music

1. (a) Brief history of Carnatic Music with special reference to Sangita Saramrita and
Sangita Sampradaya Pradarsini, Svaramelakalanidhi and Ragavibhodha, Brihaddesi.

(b) Short life sketch and contributions of the following: Annamacharya, Swati Tirunal,
Kshetrajna, Maha Vaidyanatha Iyer, Patnam Subramanyalyer, Ramnad Srinivasa
Iyengar Mysore Doraiswamy Iyengar, Dwaram Venkataswamy, Naule Karatkkudi
Brothers, Mysore Vasudevachar.

(c) Brief study of the musical form, Kriti, Tiruppugazh, Padam, Javali and Tillana.

(d) Detailed study of the Manodharma Sangita.

2. Definition and explanation of the following: Janaka, Janya system of Ragas, Bhashanga,
Upanga, Varja, Vakra Ragas, Gamakas, Arudi, Eduppu, Jati, Prabandham, Grama,
Murchchana, Jaati and Vishesha Prayogas.

3. Description of the ragas prescribed for practical.

4. Candidates should be able to write in notation the compositions in the ragas prescribed.

5. The candidate should be able to describe the construction of the instrument opted for
alongwith the basic techniques of playing. 6. The candidate should have an outline
knowledge of the classification of instruments in general and a brief history of the
instrument opted for.

CLASS–XII (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

168 Periods
Practical Activities
1. Ragas Prescribed: Purvikalyani, Todi, Gowla, Sri, Simhendra madhyamam,
Bhairavi,hanmukhapriya and Keeravani, Nata, Varali, Ritigaula, Saveri and Surati.
2. Varnams (atleast four) in Aditala and one in a tala in two degree of speed.
3. Brief outline alapana of the ragas prescribed.
4. Atleast one authentic compositions traditionally rendered in each of the prescribed
ragas, covering the musical forms Kirtanas, Kritis, Padams, Javalis, Tillanas and
Ragamalikas.
5. Kalpana svaras in Adi, Rupaka and Chapu talas in two degrees of speed.
6. Tala prescribed Adi (Single and double kalai) Rupakam, Misrachapu, Khanda Chapu
and Triputa Talas.
7. Presentation of a simple pallavi in Adi or Khanda Triputa.
 CARNATIC MUSIC (MELODIC INSTRUMENTAL)
PRACTICAL GUIDELINES TO THE EXAMINERS
FOR EVALUATION OF PRACTICALS
CLASS–XII
One Practical Paper Marks:70
Duration: 30 to 45 minutes per Candidate

General Instructions:

1. Before starting the test, the candidates 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.

S.no Value Point Marks

1. Tuning of the candidate’s instrument and questions related to it 05
2. One Ata TalaVarnam in two degrees of speed 06
3. A kriti as per the choice of the candidate with all Manodharma asked 08
4. A kriti or two with Manodharma asked as per the choice of examiners 10
5. Questions about unique features of respective instruments. 04
6. Testing the knowledge on Raga Lakshanas 05
7. Testing the knowledge of Talas 05
8. Testing the knowledge of Musical forms 05
9. Details regarding different techniques of play 06
10. Presentation of simple Pallavi 06
11. Project work 10
TOTAL 70

Project Work Guidelines:

Minimum four reports and maximum ten reports have to be submitted. Best four will be
considered for evaluation.
1. Must attend and report live concerts (Both Vocal and Instrumental)
2. Details of the organization (i.e., notices informing the concert has to be included in the
project)
3. Items presented (chronological order)

4. Details of each item presented (Whether creative or Manodharma aspects included)

5. Audience response and duration of each item.

6. Details about the item in which Tani avartanam was played.

7. Photographs of the live concert. (If possible)

Note: In absence of live classical concerts, students can make report on Devotional Bhajans,
T.V. live shows, etc.
List of topics for the guidance of the examiners

1. Tuning of the instrument: The candidate should be asked to tune the instrument to
his/her pitch. Questions related to its structure, tonality, etc., may be asked.

2. One Ata tala varnam of the candidate’s choice, in two degrees of speed, either entirely
or in parts, may be asked.

3. A kriti of the candidate’s choice may be asked along with Alapana Niraval, and
Kalpanasvaram.

4. A kriti or two (fully or partly) of the examiners’ choice. The Alapana, Niraval, Kalpana
svarams, etc., may be asked in different ragas from the syllabus.
 (B) CARNATIC (PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTAL)
MRIDANGAM (CODE NO. 033)
CLASS–XI (THEORY)

One Theory Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30 72 Periods
Theory:

A. History and Theory of Indian Music

1. (a) Brief history of Carnatic Music with special reference to laya and percussion in
Silappadikaram, Natya Sastra, Tala Deepikai, Brihaddesi, Sangita, Samprodaya
Pradarsini.

(b) Short life sketch and contributions of the following: Patnam Subramany Iyer, Poochi
(Ramnad) Srinivas Iyenger, Swati Tirunal, Dikshitar and Syama Sastry, Tyagaraja.

(c) Unique contribution of the following luminaries: Narayana Swamy Appa, Mamunidiya
Pillai, Dakshinamurti Pillai and Alagunambi Pillai.

2. Definition and explanation of the following: Nada, Sruti, Svara, Laya, Raga, Tala, Jati,
Gati, Suladi+Sapta+Talas, Karani, Vettu Thattu, Hechchu, Taggu, Mohra and Korvai,
Meettu, Chapu and Arachapu.

3. The candidates should be able to write in notation of the percussion korvais in Adi and
Rupaka talas.

4. Knowledge of construction of the chosen percussion instrument.

5. Basic knowledge of the construction and techniques of Ghatam. The candidate should
be able to describe the Kanjira, Tavil and Morsing.

6. Tattakarams (or Konnakkol) of the talas learnt.

CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

168 Periods

B. Practical Activities

1. Ability to play the following talas with elaboration. Adi and Rupakam Talas powering
atleast two Nadais.
2. Tekas and Mohras in different talas with Teermanam and Korvias.
3. Tuning of the instrument.
4. Ability to render orally the sollukattus of the various patterns in Adi, Rupaka and Chapu
Talas.
 (A) CARNATIC (PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTAL)
MRIDANGAM (CODE NO. 033)
CLASS–XII(THEORY)

One Theory Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30 72 Periods

Theory:

A. History and Theory of Indian Music

1. (a) Brief history of Carnatic Music with special reference to Tala and percussion in
Chaturdandi Prakashika, Sangita Ratnakara, Ragavibhodha, Svaramela Nalanidhi

b) Short life sketch and contributions of the following luminaries: Needemangalam

Meenakshi Sundaram Pillai and Tanjore Vaidyanatha Iyer, Palghat Mani Iyer,
Umaiyalpuram, Kodanda, Ramaiyer, Rudukdham Swaminatha Pillai, Palani, Vilvadri
Iyer.

(c) Study of the musical form, Pallavis, Sollukattus, and Tillana, Padam, Javali

2. Definition and explanation of the following: Padagarbham, Arudi, Eduppu, Gati-bheda,

Anuloma, Pratiloma, Tisram, Trikalam, Tekka, 108 Talas, Shadangas, Tiruppugazh
Talas, TalaVadya ensemble.

3. The candidates should have outline knowledge of the classification of Percussion

instruments in general and a brief history of the instrument opted for.

4. Technical Terms: (Vilamba, Madhya, Druta), Atitam, Anagatam, Pharan, Kalapramanam,

Ghumki, Konnakkol, Choru, Varu, Toppi

5. The candidate should possess knowledge of the fundamental structure, technique and
playing of other percussion instruments like Morsing, Tabla, Chenda, Edakka and Gettu
Vadhyam.
 CLASS–XII (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

168 Periods

B. Practical Activities

1. Ability to construct Mohra, Korvai to Khanda jati Atatalam and Triputa tala.

2. An exhibition of accompanying ability.

3. Demonstration of the various types and usages of Gumki.

4. Ability to play Tani Avartanam in Misra and Khanda Chapu Talas and Khanda Triputa
Tala.

C. Project Work Marks: 10

Guidelines:

Minimum four reports and maximum ten reports have to be submitted. Best four will be
considered for evaluation.

1. Must attend and report live concerts (both Vocal and Instrumental).

2. Details of the organization (i.e., notices informing the concert has to be included in the
project).

3. Items presented (chronological order).

4. Details of each item presented (whether creative or Manodharma aspects included).

5. Audience response and duration of each item.

6. Details about the item in which Tani avartanam was played.

7. Photographs of the live concert. (If possible).

Note: In absence of live classical concerts, students can make report on Devotional Bhajans,
T.V. live shows, etc.
 CARNATIC MUSIC (PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTAL)
MRIDANGAM PRACTICAL
GUIDELINES TO THE EXAMINERS FOR EVALUATION OF PRACTICAL
CLASS–XII

One Practical Paper Marks:70

Duration: 30 to 40 minutes per candidate

General Instructions:

1. Just before starting the test, the students should be asked to submit a list of what they
have been taught from the course.

2. Examiners are required to ask questions which are directly related to the syllabus.

3. Marks should be given in accordance with the marking scheme.

Distribution of Marks:

S.No Value Points Marks

1. Tuning of the instrument and questions regarding instrument 07
2. Taniavartanam of choice Tala 10
3. Tala of Examiner’s choice 10
4. Reciting the sollukattu with tala 08
5. Accompanying Vocal Music and Instrumental Music General 10
6. Accompanying Trikalam and other musical forms Pallavi and Tillana 10
7. Questions regarding laya and tala 05
8. Project work 10
TOTAL 70

Project Work Guidelines:

Minimum four reports and maximum ten reports have to be submitted. Best four will be
considered for evaluation.

1. Must attend and report live concerts (both Vocal and Instrumental).

2. Details of the organization (i.e., notices informing the concert has to be included in the
project).

3. Items presented (chronological order).

4. Details of each item presented (whether creative or Manodharma aspects included).

5. Audience response and duration of each item.

6. Details about the item in which Tani avartanam was played.

7. Photographs of the live concert. (If possible)

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

Total Marks: 70

List of topics for the guidance of the examiners

1. The student should be asked to tune the instrument to a particular pitch. He/she may be
asked about the structure and parts of the instrument: problems faced in maintaining the
instrument in good condition during change of weather.

2. Choice Tala: The student should be asked to play full-fledged tani avartanam in a tala of
his/her choice.

3. Tala of Examiner’s choice: The student should be asked to play tani avartanam to one or
two talas of the examiner’s choice not necessarily the whole course of the tani
avartanam but only selected phrases.

4. The candidate may be asked to recite Mohra, Korvai, Tirmanam for different talas learnt.

5. The candidate should be asked to accompany vocal music, instrumental music or both.
The music may be provided either by the examiners themselves or by an artist
specifically engaged for the purpose.

6. Questions like (a) differentiation between laya and tala, (b) various Angas of the talas,
(c) explanation of technical terms like Tekka, Pharan, Gumki, Meettu, Chappu, etc.
 SENIOR SCHOOL CURRICULUM 2018-19

VOLUME III (ii)

Hindustani Music
Effective from the academic session 2018-19 for
class- XI and XII
 (A) HINDUSTANI MUSIC (VOCAL) (CODE NO. 034)

CLASS – XI (2018-19) (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks : 100

1 Hour Marks: 30
60 periods
A. Theory

1. Short notes of the following

Nada, Shruti, Swara, Saptak, Thaat, Jati, Raga, Swarmalika, Lakshan Geet, Nibaddha
and Anibaddhagana, Laya, Tala.
2. Description of the Ragas prescribed for class – XI
3. Contribution and short life sketch of Miyan Tansen, Pt.V.N.Bhatkhande and Pt. Vishnu
Digambar Paluskar
4. a) Brief history of Dhrupad, Khayal and Tarana.
b) Brief knowledge of Gharanas.
5. Brief studfy of Musical elements in Natya Shastra.
6. Writing in notation the compositions of Ragas, prescribed for class XI.
7. Writing in Tala-notation, Thah and Dugun of prescribed Talas.
8. Knowledge of the structure and Tuning of Tqanpura.

CLASS XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks:70

160 Periods
B. Practical Activities

1. (a) One Drut Khayal with simple elaborations and a few tanas in the following Ragas: Bihag,
Jaunpuri, Bhairavi, Bhimpalasi

(b) One Vilambithkhayal with simple elaborations and a few tanas in any one of the
prescribed Ragas

2. One Dhrupad in any one of the prescribed Ragas.

3. (a) One Devotional Song

(b) One Folk song

© Tribal Song

4. Ability to recognize the prescribed Ragas from the passages of swaras rendered by the
Examiner.

5. Recitation of the Thekas of Dadra, Keharwa, Teen tala, Chautala, Sultala and Ektala
with Dugun, keeping Tala with hand beats.
 (A) HINDUSTANI MUSIC (VOCAL) (CODE NO. 034)

CLASS-XII (2018-19) (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks : 100

1 Hour Marks: 30
60 periods
A. Theory

1. Short notes of the following

Alankar, Varna, Kan, Meend, Khatka, Murki, Gamak, Grama, Murchhana, Alaap, Tana
2. a) (i) Classification of Ragas
(ii) Time theory of Ragas
b) Detail study of the following Treatisers:
(i) Sangeet Ratnakar
(ii) Sangeet Parijat
3. Description of the Ragas prescribed for class XII
4. Ability to recognize the Ragas from given passages of Swaras.
5. Writing in notation the compositions of the prescribed Ragas.
6. Writing in Tala-notation, Thah and Dugun of prescribed Talas
7. Contribution of musicians:
1) Uswtad Abdul Karim Khan
2) Ustad Faiyaz Khan
3) Pt. Krishna Rao Shankar Pandit
4) Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan

CLASS-XII (PRACTICAL)
One Practical Paper Marks:70
60 Periods
B. Practical Activities
1. (a) One Drut Khayal in Bhairav, Bageshri, Shuddha-Sarang and Malkauns with simple
elaboratins and a few tanas.

(b) Two Vilambit Khayal with Alaps and Tanas in any two of the prescribed Ragas.

2. One Tarana and one Dhamar with Dugun and Chaugun in any of the prescribed Ragas.

3. (a) One composition of Sadra or Dadra

(b) Folk song of two different regions

4. Recitation of Thekas of Jhaptala, RUpak, Tilwada and Dhamar with Dugun, keeping Tala
with hand beats.

5. Ability to recognize the prescribed Ragas from the passages of swaras rendered by the
Examiner.
6. Knowledge of the structure and tuning of Tanpura.
 HINDUSTANI MUSIC (VOCAL)
PRACTICAL GUIDELINES TO THE EXAMINER
FOR EVALUATION OF PRACTICAL
CLASS – XII (2018-19)

One Practical Paper Marks:70

Time duration: 20 to 30 minutes per candidate

General Instructions:

1. Examiners are requested to ask the questions which are directly related to the syllabus

2. Marks should be awarded in accordance with the marking scheme

Distribution of Marks

S.No Value Points Marks

1. Tuning of Tanpura and questions regarding 05
Tanpura
2. Choice Raga (Vilambit and Drut Khayal) 10+05=15
3. Examiner’s Choice Ragas 10
4. One Taqrana and one Dhamar with dugun and 10
Chaugun
5. One composition of Sadra or Dadra 05
6. Folk song of one Region 05
7. Identification of Ragas 05
8. Reciting the Thekas of Talas with hand beats in 05+05=10
Thah and Dugun
9. Practical File 05
List of Topics for the guidance of the examiners

1. Tuning of Tanpura: The student may be asked to tune the Tanpura. Some questions to
be asked regarding parts of Tanpura
2. Choice Raga: The student may be asked tgo sing a Raga prescribed in the syllabus of
his/her own choice. Choice Raga with Vilambit Khayal and Drut Khayal with simple Alap
and Tanas. Before performing the Raga, he/she may be asked to sing Aroha, Avaroha
and Pakad of the Raga.
3. Other Drut Khayals: It is examiner’s choice, he/she may ask one or two Drut Khayals
with Aroha, Avaroha, Pakad and simple elaboration in medium and fast tempo.
4. Dhamar: It is examiner’s choice, he/she may ask the student to sing Dhamar with Dugun
and Chaugun.
5. Tarana: The student may be asked to sing Tarana in any prescribed Raga with medium
and fast tempo.
6. Sadra or Dadra: The student may be asked to sing a composition of Sadra or Dadra
7. Folk Song: The student may be asked to sing a folk song to one specific region
8. Identification of Ragas: The student may be asked to identify the Ragas sung by the
examiner.
9. Reciting of Theka: The examiner may ask the student to recite the Thekas of Talas in
Thah (Barabar) and Dugun with hand beats.
 (B) HINDUSATNI MUSIC (MELODIC INSTRUMENT) (CODE NO. 035)

CLASS- XI (2018-19)

Any one of the following:

(i)sitar (ii) Sarod (iii) Violin (iv) Dilruba or Israj (v) Flute (vi) Guitar

One theory Paper Total Marks: 100

1 Hours
Marks: 30

60 Periods

Theory
1. Short Note of the following:
Nada, Shruti, swara, Saptak, Thaat, Jati, Raga, Gat, Tarana, Nibaddha and
Anibaddhagana, Laya, Tala.
2. Description of the raga prescribed for class XI.
3. Contribution ans short life sketch of miyan Tansen, Pt. V.N Bhtakhande, Pt.V.D
Paluskar.
4. (a) Brief history of Dhrupad, Masitkhani and Razakhani Gat.
(b) Brief Knowledge of Gharanas.

5. Brief studay of Musical elements in Natya Shastra.

6. Writing in notation the compositions in Ragas, prescribed for class XI

7. Writing in tala-notation, Thah and Dugun of prescribed Talas.

CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper

Marks: 70

160 Periods

A. Practical Activities
1. (a) One Razakhani gat with Tala-baddha Aalap, Tana and Jhala in the following
Ragas: Bihag, Bhinupalasni Jaunpuri, Bhairavi.

(b) One Masitkhani gat with Tanas in any one of the prescribed Ragas.
2. Ability to do Aalap, Jod, Jhala in any one of the prescribed Raga.
3. One Dhun
4. Knowledge of structure and tuning of instrument opted for.
5. Ability to recognize the prescribed Ragas from the passages of swaras sung or played
by the examiner.
6. Recitation of Thekas of Dadra, Keharwa, Teentala, Chautala, Sultala and Ektala with
Dugun keeping Tala with hand beats.
 (B) HINDUSTANI MUSIC (MELODIC INSTRUMENT) (CODE NO. 035)

CLASS–XII (2018-19) (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

1 Hours
Mark: 30
60 Periods
A. Theory:
1. Definition of the following: Alankar, Varna, Kan, Meend, Khatka, Murki, Gamak, Krintan,
Zamzama, Gram, Murchhana, Aalap, Tana.
2. (a) (i) Classification of Ragas (ii) Time theory of Ragas
(b) Detail study of the following Treatises:
(i) Sangeet Ratnakar
(ii)Sangeet Parijat
3. Description of Ragas prescribed for class XII.
4. Ability to recognise the Ragas from given passages of Swaras.
5. Ability to write the compositions (Gat) of prescribed Ragas in notation.
6. Writing in Tala-notation, Thah and Dugun of prescribed Talas.
7. Contribution of musicians:
Miyan Tansen, Ustad Inayat khan, Ustad Mushtaq Ali khan, Ustad Alauddin Khan.

CLASS–XII (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

160 Periods

B. Practical Activities

1. (a) One Razakhani Gat in Bhairav, Bageshri, Bhimpalasi and Malkauns with simple
elaborations, Todas and Jhala.

(b) Two Masitkhani Gat in prescribed Ragas with simple elaborations and a few Todas.

2. Alaap, Jor, Jhala in any one of the prescribed Ragas, with ability to produce Meend of
minimum two swaras.

3. One Composition in Ektala or in Jhaptala in any one of the prescribed Ragas.

4. One Dhun

5. Ability to recite Thekas of Jhaptala, Rupak, Tilwada and Dhamar with Dugun, keeping
Tala with hand beats.

6. Ability to recognize the prescribed Ragas from passages of Swaras sung or played by
the examiner.

7. Knowledge of structure and Tuning of instrument opted for

 HINDUSTANI MUSIC (MELODIC INSTRUMENT)

PRACTICAL GUIDELINES TO THE EXAMINER

FOR EVALUATION OF PRACTICALS

CLASS – XII (2018–19)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

Time Duration: 20 to 30 minutes for each candidate.

General Instructions:

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:

SI. Value Points Marks

No
1 Tuning of Instrument and questions regarding instrument 05
2 Choice Raga (Masitkhani Gat and Razakhani) 10+5=15
3 Razakhani Gat with Toda and Jhala of Examiner’s choice 10
4 One composition in Ektala or in Jhaptala. 05
5 Aalap, Jor, Jhala with Meend 05
6 One Dhun 05
7 Identifying the Ragas. 5+5=10
8 Reciting the Thekas of Talas with hand beats in Thah and Dugun 05+05=10
9 Practical File 05

Guidelines for the Examiners

1. Tuning of Instrument: The student should be asked to tune his/her instrument. Some
questions to be asked regarding instruments (Parts of the instrument).
2. Choice Raga: The student should be asked to play a Raga of his/her own choice
(prescribed in the syllabus). Choice Raga – Masitkhani Gat and Razakhani Gat with
Alap, Toda and Jhala. Before performing the Raga, the student may be asked to play
Aroha, Avaroha and Pakad of the Raga.
3. Razakhani Gat: It is examiner’s choice, he/she may ask the student to play any
Razakhani Gat on his/her instrument with Alap and a few Todas.
4. One composition in Ektala/Jhaptala: The student may be asked to play one composition
in Ektala/Jhaptala.
5. Meend of Swaras: The student may be asked to play a few simple Alaaps using Meend
on instrument (Meend upto two swaras).
6. Playing of Dhun: Examiner may ask the student to play one Dhun.
7. To identify the Raga from the passages of Swaras sung or played by the examiner.
8. Reciting of Theka: The examiner may ask the student to recite the Thekas of Tala in
Thah (Barabar) and Dugun with hand beats.
 (C) HINDUSTANI (PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTAL) (CODE NO. 036)

(TABLA OR PAKHAWAJ) CLASS–XI

(2018–19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

1 Hours
Marks: 30
40 Periods

A. Theory

1. Description of the Talas prescribed for Class XI.

2. Description of the following:
(a) Graha, Jati, Kaal, Laya.
(b) Sangeet, Nad, Swara, Saptak, Raga.
3. Contribution and short life sketch of Pandit Anokhe Lal Mishra, Ustad Ahmadjan Thirkwa
and Ustad Allarakha or Nana Panse, Kudau Singh Maharaj, Parwat Singh.
4. Write a brief note on Banaras Gharana and Punjab Gharana or Kudau Singh Gharana
and Punjab Gharana.
5. Brief knowledge of Natyashastra with special reference to Awanadh Vadya.
6. (a) Write in notation of the prescribed Talas and compositions in Thah (Barabar),
Dugun, Tigun and Chaugunlaya.
(b) Write a Tala Notation compositions in prescribed Talas.
7. Prescribed Talas:-
Teentala/Adi Tala , Ektala/Churtala.

CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper

Marks: 70
160 Periods
B. Practical Activities

1. Playing of the Thekas of Teentala, Jhaptala, Sultala, Ektala and Chautala with Theka
Bharao.

2. (a) Playing Teentala with Thah, Dugun, Tigun and Chaugun.

(b) Ektala, Jhaptala/Sooltala and Chautala with one Kayada and Rela, two
Chakradar, two Paran one stuti paran, Four Tukras or Sadharan paran.

3. Four advance Kayadas one Rela, two Chakardar Tukra or Paran, one Gat, one Farmishi
Chakardar and Theke ka Prakar in Teentala.

4. (a) One advance Kayda with four paltas and one Tihai in Ektala. (b) Ability to play
Ektala in Vilambit Laya (24 beats) in accompaniment with Vilambit Khyal.

5. Solo performance of 10-15 minutes in Teental.

 (C ) HINDUSTANI (PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTAL) (CODE NO. 036)

(TABLE OR PAKHAWAJ)

CLASS-XII (2018-19) (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks : 100

1 Hour Marks: 30
60 periods
A. Theory

1. ( A) Short notes of the following

Uthan, Peskhar, Chakradar, Bant and Fard
(b) Comparative study of the following:
(i) Chautala-Ektala
(ii) Jhaptala-Sultala
(iii) Teentala-Tilwada
(c ) Classificatin of Layakari
(d) Brief description of Gharanas of Tabla and Pakhawaj
2. (a) History of Tabla or Pakhawaj
(b) Brief history of Medieval and Modern period of Hindustani Music specially in the field
of percussion instruments.
3. Description of Talas prescribed for class XII practical.
4. Writing notation of the prescribed Talas and compositions.
5. Recognition of Talas from given portion of the Thekas and compositions.
6. Biographies of Pandit Kishan Maharaj, Pt. Gyan Prakash Ghosh and Ustad Latif Ahmad
Khan or Raja Chatrapati Singh, Guru Purushotam Das and Pandit Pagal Das.
7. Prescribe Talas:- Teentala, Jhap Adi tala, Sultala, Ektala, Chaktala, Rupak, Teevra and
Dhamar.

CLASS XII (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Total Marks : 70

160 periods

B. Practical Activities
1. Playing of the Thekas of Jhaptala, Sultala, Ektala, Chautala, Rupak, Teevra and Dhamar on
Tabla/Pakhawaj with simple elaborations.
2. Uthan, Peshkar, Six Kaydas, Two Relas, Two Chakradars, One Farmaichi Chakradar, two
Tukras, two Gat, one Fard in Teentala.
3. Ability to play Two Advance Kayada, One Rela with four Paltas and Tihai, Four simple
Tukras, Two Chakradar, Two Damdar Tihari and one Paran in Ektala, Jhaptala and Rupak or
Elaboration of Theka, Stuti Paran, Rela, Chakradar Paran & Farmishi in Sultala, Chautala &
Dhamar.
4. Recitation of the prescribed Talas and composition with Thah, Dugun and Chaugun Laya
keeping Tala with hand beats.
5. A few simple laggis in Dadra and keharwa tala or Thapia on Pakhawaj
6. Knowledge of tuning of instrument opted for.
7. Solo performance of any one Tala of choice from the prescribed syllabus for 10-15
8. Ability to play Ektala/Chautala in accompanied with vilaubit and Drut Laya.
 HINDUSTANI (PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTAL)
PRACTICAL GUIDELINES TO THE EXAMINER
FOR EVALUATION OF PRACTICAL
CLASS-XII (2018-19)

One Practical Marks:70

Time Duration: 20 to 30 minutes each candidate

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

Distribution of Marks

S.No Value Points Marks

1. Tuning of Instrument and questions regarding instrument 10
2. Choice Raga performance with Peshkar, Utham, Kayda, 30
Rela, Tukra, Chakradar, Param and Gat
3. Tala of Examiner’s choice from the prescribe syllabus 10
4. Accompaniment of Ektala/chautal in viambit & Drut Laya 10
5. Reciting of Tala and composition with hand beats in 10
different layas
Total 70

List of topics for the guidance of the examiner

1. Tuning of Instrument: The students should be asked to tune the instrument. Some
questions should be asked regarding instruments.
2. Choice Tala: The student should be asked to play the Tala of his/her own choice
(Prescribed in the syllabus) with elaborations, Uthan Peshkar , Kayada, Rela, Tihai,
Tukra, Chakradar Farmaishi, Gat and Fard.
3. Tala of examiner’s choice: The student should be asked to play the Tala of examiner’s
choice with elaborations (Teentala/Jhaptala/Ektala/Rupak Tala)

Or
Tala in Dugun Chaugan with Mukhda and Tihai: (Examiner’s choice). The examiner
may ask students to play any Tala (Sooltala/Tiwara/Char Tala/Dhamar Tala).
4. To recite the tala with hand beats: The student should be asked to recite the
composition Theka of Tala in Thah (Barabar), Dugun and Chaugun with hand beats.
The examiner may ask the student to play more than one Tala.
5. Laggi in Dadra Tala: The student should be asked to play laggi set to Dadra tala
6. Question regarding Laya and Tala: SOmke questions should be asked retgarding
Laya (Viambit, Madhaya and Drut Laya) and Tala.
7. For accompaniment in Vilambit and Drut Laya with the main vocalist/instrumentalist be
followed.
 SENIOR SCHOOL CURRICULUM 2018-19

VOLUME III (A)

Dance
Effective from the academic session 2018-19 for
class- XI and XII
 DANCE (CODE NOs. 056 TO 061)

The objective of the theory and practical course in Indian Classical Dance, Indian Traditional
Dance, Drama or Theatre forms is to acquaint the students with the literary and historical
background of the Indian performing arts in general, arid dance drama form offered in particular.
It is presumed that the students offering these subjects will have had preliminary training in the
particular form, either within the school system or in informal education. The Central Board of
Secondary Education being an All India Organization has its schools all over the country. In
order to meet the requirements of the schools, various forms or regional styles have been
included in the syllabus. The schools may OFFER ANY ONE OF THE STYLES. Since the
syllabi are closely linked with the culture, it is desirable that the teachers also make themselves
familiar with the aspects of Indian Cultural History; classical and medieval period of its literature.

Any one style from the following may be offered by the students:

INDIAN CLASSICAL DANCE

(a) Kathak

(b) Bharatnatyam

(c) Kuchipudi

(d) Odissi

(e) Manipuri

(f) Kathakali
 (A) KATHAK DANCE (CODE NO. 056)
CLASS–XI (2018-19): (THEORY)
One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100
3 Hours
Marks: 30
70 Periods
Theory:
1. A brief history of Indian dance.
2. Acquaintance with the themes of Ramayana, Mahabharataa, Bhagvata Purana and Gita
Govinda in context of Kathak. Acquaintance with other myths and legends pertinent to
the dance drama or gat bhaav like Kalia daman, Govardhan lila, Panghatlila, Draupadi
cheer haran, Makhan chori, Marich vadh, Bhasmasur vadh, Madan dahan, etc.
3. A brief history of Kathak dance.
(a) Reference from ancient text (vedic, puranic, epics and other scriptures).evolution
of Kathak dance in Pracheen kal/Mandir kal (kathavachak and Rasdhar tradition, etc.)
Madhya kal/ Darbarkal, Adhunik kal covering British and post independent era till the
present time.

4. Acquaintance with its repertoire.

Rang pravesh / invocation, compositions (Bandish) from traditional technical dance part
of kathak. Literary contents - abhinay, bhajans, thumri, dadra, ghazals, dhrupad, kavit,
etc. Rhythmic musical composition like Tarana, Tirvat, Chaturang, etc.

5. Distinctive aspects of Kathak (using of ghungrus, chakkars, upaj, costume, etc.

6. Ability to write notation of teental and jhaptal (thah, dugun, chaugun).

7. Definition and short explanation: Nritta, Nritya, Natya, Tandava, Lasya, Anga, Upanga,
Pratyanga.

CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper

Marks: 70
170 Periods

1. Practice of basic standing position and various patterns of Tatkar.

2. Practice of exercise of different parts of the human body particularly anga, pratyanga,
upanga.

3. Practice of exercise of ten different movement {hastak} chakkars in teen taal in thah, dugun,

chaudgan laya.

4. Prahant of teentaal, jhap taal with hast kriya in thah, dugun, chaugun.

5. Practice of tatkar set to teental in a slower tempo (thah laya) and in its double (dugun) and
four times (chaugun).
6. The student should know the following compositions:

(a) Thaat 1

(b) Aamad 2

(c) Fast Aamad (tez aamad) 2

(d) Vandana 1

(e) Tukra/Toda 4 (f) Natwari ka tukra 4

(g) Gatnikaas 3

(h) Gatbhaav 1

(i) Paran 4

(j) Tihaayi 4

(k) Ladi/laya Baant 2

(l) Parhant of tukda /toda with hasta kriya 2

 (A) KATHAK DANCE (CODE NO. 056)
CLASS–XII (2018-19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30

Theory:

1. A brief history with other classical dance styles of India.

2. Acquaintance with the life sketch of few great exponents from past and few from present
of the dance form.

3. Elementary introduction to the text Natyashastra, Abhinaya Darpan:

(a) Identification of the author and (approximate date).

(b) Myths regarding the origin of dance according to each text.

c) Basic knowledge regarding the whole of each text, Natyashastra, Abhinaya Darpan.

4. Basic understanding of the term ABHINAYA and definition of its four aspects: angika,
vachika, aharya, satvika.

5. Aquitance of the three gharanas of kathak dance (Lucknow, Jaipur, Banaras)

6. Rasa: definition and explanation of nine rasas.

7. Knowledge of the following terms: (short note) sangeet, tal, laya, sthana, chari, gati,
mandala, karana angahara, bhramari, utplavana, lokadharmi, natyadharmi, rasa and
bhava.

8. Knowledge of the technical terminology of the dance form.

a) Definition of the following:
i) Vandana
ii) Tihaayi
iii) Aamad
iv) Toda/Tukraa
v) Paran
vi) Chakardar Toda /Tukraa and Paran
vii) Gatnikas
viii) Gatbhaav
b) Knowledge of Theka of Dadra, Kaharwa, Roopak.
c) Definition of Tali, Khali, Sam, Tihaayi.
d) Ability to notate a Tukraa/Toda and Paran.

9. Acquaintance with the traditional costumes and make up.

 CLASS–XII (PRACTICAL)
One Practical Paper Marks: 70
170 Periods

1. Practice of the tatkar set to teen taal and jhap taal in slower tempo, in its double (dugun)
and four times (chougun) tempos.
2. Student should know all the techniques and compositions of the following:

(i) Vandanaa 1

(ii) Thaat 1

(iii) Aamad 2

(iv) Fast aamad 2

(v) Tukda, Toda 1

(vi) Tihaayi 4

(vii) Gatnikas 3

(viii) Gatbhav 1

(ix) Parhant of tukra/todaa, with hasta- kriyaa 1

NOTE: The students should be taught some of these in jhap taal.

3. Ability to improvise in nritta and abhinaya.

4. Parhant (recitation of bols) to the basic theka of all compositions learnt.

 DANCE (KATHAK)

PRACTICAL GUIDELINES TO THE EXAMINERS

FOR EVALUATION OF KATHAK PRACTICALS
CLASS–XII

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

Time: At the discretion of the examiner.

General Instructions:

There are four important aspects of Kathak which need careful assessment. They are:

(a) Angashudhi, which means that movements of limbs and torso should not only be
graceful and aesthetic but also in accordance with the style of the Kathak dance.

(b) Laya, i.e., the steadiness of tempo and command over rhythmic structure in any
passage of dance.

(c) Bhaav-Paksh, i.e., the capability to express through mime in which face plays a
dominant role.

(d) Tatkaar, i.e., neatness in executing complicated footwork.

Distribution of marks and other instructions

The total marks of 70 may be divided as indicated below:

1. For the Angashuddhi 20 marks may be allotted, for laya and Bhaav-paksh each may be
allotted 15 marks, and footwork (Tatkaar) 10 marks. The remaining 10 marks may be
equally divided for repertoire and Parhant.

2. Each examinee should perform for about 15 minutes and in all the three layas, i.e.,
vilambit, madhya and drut. In Vilambit Laya he/she may perform Thaat, Aamed, Ganesh
Paran, fast Aamad, Tihai and Tatkaar; in Madhya Laya; Tukra/Todaa, Paran, Abhinaya
of a Thumri/Bhajan; and in Drut Laya; Gatnikaas and Gat-Bhaav.

3. As said above five marks may be allotted for the richness of the repertoire. The
examinee is required to perform atleast one item from each of the intraforms mentioned
in the syllabus, i.e., Vandanaa, Ganesh Paran, Thaat, Aamad, fast Aamad, Parmelu,
Tihaayi, Gat-nikaas and Gat-bhaav.

4. The examinee should be asked to do the Parhant of a tukraa/toraa and then perform it
on Thekaa. While doing Parhant he/she should also indicate the taal by doing hasta-
kriyaa. This will give the idea of his/her command over the taal. As indicated above five
marks may be allotted for the manner in which Parhant is done.

5. The examinee may be asked to play the thekaa of Teen taal or Jhaptal on Table.

6. The examinee may be asked to abhinaya on a line or two from any thumri or bhajan and
elaborate it with sanchaari passages.
 (B) BHARATANATYAM DANCE (CODE NO. 057)
CLASS–XI (2018-19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30
70 Period
Theory:

1. A brief history of Indian Dance.

2. Acquaintance with the themes of RAMAYANA-names of all Kandas, (Sita

swayamvaram, Rama vanagamanam, Surpanakha prasangam, Sita haranam,
Choodamani pradanam). MAHABHARATAA-names of all Parvas, (Adi parva - The tale
of Ekalavya and the Kusha rope during the training of the princes. The swayamvar of
Draupadi, Sabha Parva - The game of dice and the vastraharana of Draupadi, Vana
parva - The exile of the Pandavas-meeting with Krishna, The story of Karna, Virata
Parva - the story of unknown exile, Kichaka vadham, Bhishma Parva - the Bahgavad
Gita and Krishna and Arjun in battle). BHAGAVATA PURANA - names of all Skandas
(Sadhana Skanda Dashavatar, Purushartha Skanda - Daksha, Dhruva, Sthiti Skanda -
The story of Manu and the description of the world, Vasan Skanda - Prahlada and
Nirodha Skanda - Birth and life of Krishna). GITA GOVINDA - names of all Sargas
(Samoda Damodaram - Lalita lavangalata, Haririha, Aklesha Keshava - Rase harim iha,
Mugdha Madhusudana - hari hari hatadarataya Vilakshya Lakshmipatih - yahi madhava
Chatura Chaturbhuja - priye charushile: Sanjeevani ashtapadi). Acquaintance with other
myths and legends pertinent to the Dance form: The Story of Markandeya, The legend of
Kannappar, The story of the Daksha yajna, The wedding of Siva and Parvati including
reference to Batuk, The Cosmic dance of Siva and significance of Nataraja, The story of
Mahishasura Mardini, The legend of Ganesha.

3. A history of Bharatanatyam: Mythological reference from the Natyotpatti in the Abhinaya

Darpanam, Origin of dance as mentioned in literature-Silapatikaram. Devadasi period,
decline of dance, ban on Natya by anti nautch bill, revival of dance by exponents of that
era, evolution of the different schools of Bharatanatyam - Tanjavur, Pandanallur and
Vazhuvur, contribution of the Tanjore quartet and the present repertoire structure of the
dance form.

4. Acquaintance with its repertoire and literary contents: Definition of the musical terms
used in dancePushpanjali, Mallari, Kautuvam, Alaripu, Jatiswaram, Shabdam, Varnam,
Keertanam, Padam, Ashtapadi, Javali and Thillana. Working knowledge of the basic
structure and purpose of each individual piece in terms of content, orientation and
musical layout.

5. Distinctive aspects of Bharatanatyam: Costume and jewelry, Language and music style,
Technical aspects of performance, Basic posture.
 CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

170 Periods
1. Practice of basic standing and sitting positions: Pada and mandala bhedas.

2. Practice of stretching, rotation and flexing of different parts of the body-head, neck,
shoulders, arms, waist, hips, knees, ankles, feet.

3. Practice of different movement of the head, eyes and neck: Shiro, Drishti and Greeva
bheda.

4. Adavus in Trikala:

(i) Tattu adavus 8

(ii) Nattu adavus 8

(iii) Ta tei tei ta adavus 4

(iv) Kudittu mettu adavus 4

(v) Tei ya teiyi standing adavus 2

(vi) Tat tei ta ha adavus 4

(vii) Tat tei Tarn adavus 4

(viii) Kattu adavu and allied utplavana adavus 4

(ix) Tadhinginatom

(x) Kitatakatarikita tom

(xi) Mandi adavu 2

(xii) Sarukkai adavu 2

(xiii) Simple Korvais (knitting together of adavus in sequence with an aradhi or finish) in
Adi talam for 1-2 avartana

(xiv) Simple forward and backward gaits in Tisra and Chatusra (count of 3 and 4)

(xv) Alarippu-Tisra Eka Talam

(xvi) Tala-Adi talam and Rupaka talam with hastakriya and ability to repeat the adavu
syllabi in Trikala in the appropriate talam.
 (C) BHARATNATYAM DANCE (CODE NO. 057)
CLASS–XII (2018-19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30

Theory:

1. A brief history and acquaintance with other classical styles or folk forms prevalent in the
region, other than the one offered for study.

2. Acquaintance with life history of the chief exponents and contributors of the past of the
Dance form. (Rukmini Devi Arundale, Balasraswati, Meenakshi Sundaram Pillai, Tanjore
quartette)

3. Acquaintance with the contents of the Abhinaya Darpana. (The chapters and the aspects
of dance dealt within them).

4. Knowledge of the following terms:

(i) Nritta, Nritya, Natya (Sanskrit slokas from the Abinaya Darpana and basic definition)
Tandava (7 tandavas with detailed stories) Lasya, Lokadharmi, Natyadharmi (Definitions
with example)

(ii) Anga, Upanga, Pratyanga (Slokas and meaning from Abinaya Darpana)

(iii) Sthana, Chari, Mandala, Bharmari, Utplavana (Slokas and meaning from Abinaya
Darpana)

(iv) Abhinaya (Angika, Vachika, Satvika, Aharya-slokas from the Abinaya Darpana along
with the meaning) with special reference to hasta-Abhinaya, Mukhaja Abhinaya and
Netra Abhinaya (basic definition only).

(v) Sangeeta, Tala, Laya (Definition of the term, seven talams, three layams)

(vi) Rasa (names of the nine rasas and their English meanings)

(vii) Sthayibhava, Sancharibhava (Basic definition in terms of rasa)

5. Knowledge of the technical terminology of the particular Dance form (any one to be
studied in accordance with the Dance style offered)-

(a) Definitions of the following: araimandi, muzhumandi, kuttanam, korvai, karvai, adavu,
shollu, aradhi, theerumanam, jati, jaati, gati, avartana, yati, taalanga, thattukazhi,
nattuvangam, arangetram)

(b) Ability to write a korvai of two avartanams in Adi taalam with Adavu syllable.

6. Acquaintance with the traditional costumes, make up of the Dance style opted.
 CLASS–XII (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper

Marks: 70

1. Revision of all the adavus in class XI 1

2. Jatiswaram in Rupaka taal 1

3. Sabdam on Krishna 1

4. Padam on Krishna or Keertanam on Shiva/Krishna/Vinayaka/Rama 2

5. Tillana in Adi taalam 1

6. Ability to repeat the adavu* syllables in Rupaka and Triputa Talas, and of the Koruvais of
the Jatiswaram and Tillana in their respective Talas, knowledge of the Sapta talas with
hasta kriya (taalanga and sign)

7. Hasta-Viniyoga of 14 Asamyuta (upto Chandrakala hasta) and 12 Samyuta, Hastas

(Upto Chakra hasta) and all, Deva Hastas (all Abhinaya Darpanam).

8. Knowledge of the Pada, Bhedas, Mandalas, Bhramaris and Utpalvanas occurring in the
items learnt (Abhinaya Darpanam).

9. Basic knowledge of Carnatic Music-format of the raga system-the 72 melakarta ragams

and the music of the items learnt.

10. One folk dance form of the region with special features, costume, music and relevant
festival or occasion.

11. Ability to improvise Korvais on Adi Tala and Abhinaya on a keertanam or bhajan. Note:
Student will be examined in all the techniques and compositions that she/he has learnt in
class XI.
 (C)KUCHIPUDI DANCE (CODE NO. 058)

CLASS–XI (2018-19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30

70 Periods
1. A brief history of Indian Dance - Jayalakshmi note.
2. Acquaintance with the themes of Ramayana, Mahabharataa, Panchatantra, Bhagavata
Puranam.
3. A history of the Kuchipudi Dance.
4. Distinctive features of Kuchipudi- Structure and Format.
5. Repertoire and literary content of Kuchipudi.

CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper

Marks: 70
170 Periods
1. Practice of basic standing, sitting positions.
2. Practice of exercise of different parts of the human body particularly head, neck,
shoulders, arms, chest, waist, hips, thighs, knees, shanks, ankles, feet.
3. Practice of different movements of the eyes, hands and face.
4. Practice of the following adugus in Trikala:
(i) Mandikoppu
(ii) Vonti Adugu
(iii) Venuka Naatu
(iv) Prakka Naatu
(v) Kettera Naatu
(vi) Chuttu Naatu
(vii) Prakka Kuppi Naatu
5. Training in:
(i) Gunjees
(ii) Kaali Saamu
(iii) Kuppis
(iv) Trivdha Muggassand
(v) Chaturvidha Melayees
(vi) Dandemulu
(vii) Babkitukalisam (last two only for boys)
6. Teermanams in five Jaatis Note: Ability to recite Teermanam with Tala.
 (C)KUCHIPUDI DANCE (CODE NO. 058)
CLASS–XII (2018-19) (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30 70 Periods

1. A brief history and acquaintance with some traditional dance forms of the region, other
than the one offered for study.
2. Acquaintance with life history of the chief exponents of the dance form, past and
present.
3. Acquaintance with the contents of the Natya Shastra in general, Abhinaya Darpanam in
brief.
4. Knowledge of the following terms:
(i) Nritta, Nritya, Natya, Tandava, Lasya, Lokadharmi, Natyadharmi
(ii) Anga, Upanga, Pratyanga
(iii) Sthanaka, Chari, Karana, Mandala
(iv) Chaturvidha Abhinaya (Angika, Vachika, Satyika, Aharya) with special reference
to HastaAbhinaya, Mukhaja Abhinaya and Netra-Abhinaya.
(v) Sangeetam, Talam (Adugu, Gati, Jaati, Trikala, Jathi)
(vi) Rasa, Sthayi Bhava, Sanchari Bhava, Sattvika Bhava
5. Types of compositions and formats used in Kuchipudi
Definitions of the following:
(a) Rangapuja, Swarapallavi, Shabdam, Tarangam, Padam, Javali, Ashthapadi,
Kalaapam, (Bhaama Kalaapam, Golla Kalaapam).
(b) Ability to write a jathi with the required Tala Angas.
6. Knowledge of the traditional costumes and make up of the dance style.

CLASS–XII (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper

Marks: 70 170 Periods

1. One Sabdam preferably from Dashavatara or Prahlada Pattabhishekha, Shabdam.

2. One Swarapallavi, one padam.

3. One Kshetrayya padam, one Asthapadi

4. One Tarangam. 5. An extract from Bhaama Kalaapam.

6. 1. Recitation of an Aditala Jathi along with Teermanam.

2. Improvising Abhinaya for a simple song.

3. One folk dance of the region.

 (D) ODISSI DANCE (CODE NO. 059)
CLASS–XI (2018-19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30 70 Periods

1. A brief history of Indian dance.

2. Short notes on myths related to: Kaliya Daman, Dashavatar, Vastra haran, the concept
of Nataraja, Draupadi Cheer haran.

3. A brief history of the Odissi dance tradition and development of the style:

a) from the 1st /2 nd Century BC to the 1950s ( including the Mahari and Gotipua
tradition)

b) the revival phase from the mid twentieth century to the beginning of the 21st century.

4. Definition of the terms:

a) Nritta, Nritya and Natya

b) Matra, Laya, Taal, Avartana, Vibhaga (Anga)

c) Tandava and Lasya

d) Natyadharmi and Lokdharmi

5. Brief explanation of the five segments of the basic repertoire of Odissi:

a) Mangalacharan,

b) Batu or Sthayi,

c) Pallavi,

d) Abhinaya,

e) Moksha/ or any Tandav Dance,

6. Ability to write the notation of the Sthayi Ukuta / Dharana of the two following taalas:
Ektaali (four matras) and Triputa Taal (seven matras).
 CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

170 Periods
1. Ability to demonstrate the elementary steps: Ten steps each in Chauk and Tribhanga
position set to Ektali in three speeds of Ekgun, Dugun and Chaugun.
2. Learning of one Arasas each in Ektaali and Triputa Taal and abilty to recite the Sthayi
Ukuta and the Arasa by showing the matras by hands.

3. Learning of Mangalacharan:
a) Demonstration of the item
b) Recitation with hands of the ukutas of the item
c) Naming the raga and tala the item is composed to
d) Identification of the hastas used
e) Identification and demonstration of the various components of the item:
*Mancha Pravesha,
* Pushpanjali
* Bhumi Pranam
* Ishta Deva
* Vandana and Trikhandi/Sabha Pranam
f) Explanation/meaning of the slôka in the Ishta Deva Vandanaa

4. Learning of Batu or Sthayi:

a) Demonstration of the item
b) Identification of the hastas, paadabhedas and bhangis used
c) Recitation with hands of the ukutas of the item
d) Identification of the raga and tala the item composed to

5. Asamyuta and Samyuta Hastas from the Abhinaya Darpana with the Viniyogas of
Asamyuta Hastas.
 (D)ODISSI DANCE (CODE NO. 059)
CLASS–XII (2018-19) (THEORY)
One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100
3 Hours
Marks: 30 70 Periods

1. Elementary knowledge about the three styles of Chhau: Mayurbhanj, Seraikella and
Purulia.

2. Brief notes on the lives and contribution of the three Gurus: Guru Pankaj Charan Das,
Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra and Guru Deba Prasad Das.

3. Elementary introduction to the texts; Natya Shastra, Abhinaya Darpana, and Abhinaya
Chandrika: a) Identification of the author (approximate date) b) Basic overview of the
broad areas covered in the context of each text. c) Myths regarding the origin of dance
according to each text.

4. Basic understanding of the term ABHINAYA and definition of its four aspects: angika,
vachika, aharya and sattvik.

5. Rasa: Definition and short explanation of the nine rasas.

6. Short notes on:

a) The Aharya of Odissi.

b) The music accompaniment of Odissi.

c) Past and present exponents of Odissi: their short biography and contribution.

7. Brief explnation of the following terms: (Unit IV Class XI)

a) Nritta, Nritya and Natya

b) Matra, Laya, Taal, Avartana, Vibhaga (Anga)

c) Tandava and Lasya d) Natyadharmi and Lokdharmi

8. Ability to with the notation of the learnt items of Batu/Sthayi and Moksha.
 CLASS–XII (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

170 Periods
1. Learning and practice of one Pallavi:
a) Definition of the term Pallavi. b) Demonstration of the item.
c) Recitation of the ukutas of the item with hands.
d) Identification of the Raga, Taal and the Choreographer of the item.
e) Identification of the hastas and the bhangis used in the item.
2. One ashtapadi

a) Demonstration of the item.

b) Name of the poet.
c) Naming the Raga and Taal of the item
d) Meaning of the verses used.
e) Identification of the hastas used.
3. One Oriya song:
a) Demonstration of the item.
b) Name of the poet.
c) Naming the Raga and Taal of the item
d) Meaning of the verses used.
e) Identification of the hastas used.
4. Moksha:
a) Demonstration of the item.
b) Identification of the hastas and the bhangis used
c) Recitation with hands of the ukutas used marking the taal.

5. Ability to demonstare the following Bhangis:

Samabhanga, Abhanga, Tribhanga, Atibhanga, Alasaa, Darpani, Abhimana, Mardala,

Parshva Mardala and Biraja. A Kuchana, Kumbhaka, Architkar or Nibedana, Daalmalika
 (E) MANIPURI DANCE (CODE No. 060)
CLASS–XI (2018-19): (THEORY)
One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100
3 Hours
Marks: 30 70 Periods

1. Brief history of Indian Dance and Traditional Dance/Drama.

2. Acquaintance with themes of the puranas

* From Ramayana: - Lanka dahan by Hanuman, Kumbhakarna, Seeta Haran,

* From Mahabharataa: - Ekalavya, Dyuta Kreeda, Chira haran, Gita Upadesha,

Abhimanyu

* From Shrimad Bhagavat:- Makhan Chori, Vakasura and Dhenukasura Vadha,

Udukal Leela (when Yashoda ties up Krishna to the pounding block), Kaliya
Daman.

* From Gita Govinda:- Dashavatar, any suitable poem.

* From local legend: - Guru Sidaba and story of creation, Nongpok Ningthou and
Panthoibi

3. History of Manipuri Dance

a) Prayer dances of early times beyond recorded history. Dance was always a
necessary part of worship. Lai Haraoba.

b) Beginning of compositions based on Hindu Gods as people started worshipping

Vishnu in 15th century.

c) Birth of Ras Leela and Sankirtana in 18th century during the reign of Maharaja
Bhagyachandra leading to cultural chain reaction.

d) Birth of Goshtha Leela during the reign of Maharaja Chandrakirti.

4. Acquaintance with its repertoire and literary contents. Edited versions of Ras leelas,
Goshtha Leela, Balram Krishna compositions from the Gita Govinda, Krishna Abhisar,
Radha Abhisar. Krishna Nartan, Radha Nartan, Isei Jagoi, Punglon Jagoi, - Dashavatar,
Shreeta Kamala Kucha Mandala, Lalita Lavanga Lata, Chandana Charchita,
Rajanijanitaguru, Pung Cholom and Kartal Cholom.

5. Distinctive aspects of Manipuri dance.

The style is rich both in Lasya and Tandava modes.

*Footwork in Manipuri.

*Sarvanga Abhinaya.
 CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

170 Periods

1. Practice of basic postures movements and footwork in Tanchap Tala.

2. Practice of hand movements specially flexibility of wrists, Chali, Champra Okpi and
Khujeng Leibi.

3. Chali for both feminine and masculine, including Chali Areibi.

4. Five Punglon Jagois each of Lasya and Tandava.

5. Acquaintance with Matras and Talas of Manipur Pung in Talas Tanchap, Menkup,
Rajmel and Charital.

6. Lai Haraoba both Lasya and Tandava (Khamba Thoibi). Thougal Jagoi, Maibi Jagoi –
Lai Ikouba and Laiching Jagoi.

7. Folk dances: Thabal Chongbi, Kabui Naga dance (male and female) Keetlam and
Chaplam.
 (E) MANIPURI DANCE (CODE No. 060)

CLASS–XII (2018-19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30 70 Periods

1. Brief history and acquaintance with other classical styles or folk forms prevalent in the
region other than the one offered for study, e.g., Maram.

2. Acquaintance with life history of chief exponents past and present of the dance form.

3. Acquaintance with the contents of Abhinaya Darpana.

4. Knowledge of the following terms:

(a) Nritta, Nritya and Natya. Tandava, Lasya, Loka Dharmi, Natya Dharmi.
(b) Abhinaya: Angika, Vachika, Aharya and Satvika.
(c) Sangeet: Tala Laya.
(d) Rasa: Sthayi Bhava, Sanchari Bhava.

5. Knowledge of technical terms of the style:

(a) Chali, Bhangi, Longlei, Uplei
(b) Bhangi Pareng Achouba, Vrindavan Pareng, Khurumba Pareng, Goshtha Bhangi
Pareng.
(c) Different kinds of Choloms: Kartal Cholom, Khubak Isei Cholom, Pung Cholom.
(d) Sankirtan. Different Talas, Rajmel, Menkup, Tanchap.
(e) Different kinds of Raas.
6. Acquaintance with the traditional costumes, make up for the dance style offered.

(a) Potloi and its different components for Radha and Gopis
(b) Krishna’s costume.
(c) Costume of the Sankirtan artistes, male and female.
(d) Typical traditional make up for Manipuri classical dances with emphasis on
Vaishnava Tilak.

CLASS–XII (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

170 Periods
1. Basic stance and movements of both Pung and Kartal Choloms (whichever is
applicable). Practical demonstration of Choloms in Rajmel, Menkup and Tanchap.

2. Bhangi Pareng Achouba and Goshtha Bhangi Pareng. Punglon Jagoi and Isei Jagoi.

3. Khurumba Bhangi Pareng, Krishna Abhisar, Radha Abhisar Krishna Nartan, Radha
Nartan, Advanced Cholom in Char Tal and Teental.
Knowledge of the background of the following:

a) Nata Sankirtan and Ariba Pala. Lai Haraoba, Maharaas, Vasant Raas, Kunja Raas,
Nitya Raas and Diva Raas, Goshtha Leela, Udukhal Leela.

b) Vaishnav festivals: - Rath Yatra, Jhulan Yatra, Yaosang (dol yatra).

c) Biographies of great Jagoi Gurus: Guru Amubi Singh, Guru Atomba Singh and Guru
Amudon Sharma. Names of Sankirtan Gurus: Thangjam Chaoba Singh, Maibam Ibohal
Singh.

d) Stories of Nongpok Ningthou and Panthoibi, Khamba and Thoibi.

 (F) KATHAKALI DANCE (CODE NO. 061)
CLASS–XI (2018-19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30 70 Periods

1. A brief history of Indian Classical Dance and Indian Traditional Dance-Drama.

2. Acquaintance with the themes of Ramayana, Mahabharataa, and Bhagavata Purana.

3. History of the Kathakali (Origin Development).

4. Acquaintance with its repertoire and literary content – Aattakathas, its language and
influence of Sopana Sangeetha.

5. Distinctive aspects of Kathakali.

6. Slokas from Hasthalakshanadeepika describing about the 24 basic hand gestures.

CLASS–XI (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

170 Periods
1. Tozhutu Kumpital (Namaskara Panchakam) – Traditional salutation.

2. Chattam (Different types of leaps)

3. Meyyarappu (Basic body exercises)

4. Kannu Saadhakam and Mukha Saadhakam (Exercise of eyes and facial muscles)

5. Kaal Saadhakam (Basic foot works)

a) Kaal Saadhakam
b) Irrativattam
c) Kutthukaal
d) Parinthukaal
e) Dheevattam
6. Seven types of Chuzhippu (Syncronised movements of eye, hand, body in different
postures.
7. Twenty - four types of basic hand gestures
8. Thodayam
9. Recite basic thaalams of Kathakali
 (F) KATHAKALI DANCE (CODE NO. 061)
CLASS–XII (2018-19): (THEORY)

One Theory Paper Total Marks: 100

3 Hours
Marks: 30 70 Periods

Theory:

1. A brief history and acquaintance with other classical styles or folk forms prevalent in the
region other than the one offered for study.

2. Acquaintance with the life history of the great masters of the dance form of both past and
present.

3. Acquaintance with the contents of the Hastha Lakshana Deepika and Natyasasthra.

4. Knowledge of the following terms:

(i) Nritta, Nritya, Natya, Tandava, Lasya, Lokadharmi, Natyadharmi.

(ii) Anga, Upanga, Prathyanga
(iii) Sthaana, Chaari, Gati, Mandala, Karana, Bhramari, Utplavana.
(iv) Abhinaya (Angika, Vachika, Satvika, Aharaya) with special reference to Hasta-
Abhinaya, Mukhaja-Abhinaya and Netra-Abhinaya.
(v) Sangeeta, Tala, Laya
(vi) Rasa, Rasadhrishti, Sthaayibhava, Sthaayidrishti, Sancharibhava, Bhaava,
Vibhaava, Anubhaava and Sathvika Bhaava,

5. Knowledge of the Technical Terminology of the Art forms.

(a) Mutiyettu, Theyyam, Kootiyaattam, Ramanattam, Krishnattam, Ottanthullal, and

Kalarippayattu
(b) Hastas – Samyutha, Asamyuta, Mishra, Nanartha from Hastalakshanadipika.
(c) Kaal Sadhakam Irativatam.
(d) Kalassam, Ashtakalasam, Ilakiyattam, Cholliyattam
(e) Keli, Arangu Keli (Shuddha Maddalam), Todayam, Purappadu, Melapada, and
Dhanaasi
(f) Chutti, Pachchha, Kathi, Thaadi, Kari, Minukku
(g) Rasa, Rasadhrishti, Sthaayibhava, Sthaayidrishti, Sancharibhava, Bhaava,
Vibhaava, Anubhaava, Sathvika Bhaava, Manodharma, Cholliyaattam and
Ilakiyaattam
(h) Ability to write in notation talas learnt under practicals.

6. Acquaintance with the traditional costumes and makeup of the Dance style opted.

7. Knowledge of Kathakali music both vocal and percussion.

 CLASS–XII (PRACTICAL)

One Practical Paper Marks: 70

170 Periods
1. Purppadu

2. Pakuthipurappadu

3. Different kalaasams in different thaalams

a) Vattamvechu Kalaasam

b) Iratti c) Atakkam

d) Thonkaaram

e) Idakkalaasam

f) Eduthukalaasam

g) Naalaaratti

h) Sthreevesha Kalaasam

i) Saaree Dance

j) Kummi

4. Theru kootikkettal

5. Thiranokku – Idamattil

6. Eight types of Ilakiyaattam

7. Padams of the character from the Kathakali plays

a) Male
i) Subhadraharanam – Sree Krishna – “Kim Bho Sukham”
ii) Dakshayaagam – Shiva – “Kuvalaya vilochane”
iii) Bakavadham – Ghatothkacha – “Thaatha nin Kazhalinakal”

b) Female
i) Uttaraswayamvaram – Uttara – “Veera Sodara Sumathe”
ii) Dakshayaagam – Sathi – “Lokaadhipa Kaantha”

8. Recite various kalaasams with rhythm.

9. Draw the outline of Pacha Makeup and mention the colours used.