Faculty of Performing Arts

Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)
Tabla Section
Faculty of Performing Arts
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda / Academic Year 2012-13
Bachelor of Performing Arts : Tabla Graduate Programme
Year / 1 / Core Compulsory-1 : Principle of Tabla / Credit / 3
Semester / 1 / Hours / 45
OBJECTIVES / To introduce basic History of Tabla
To Introduce Knowledge of basic terms of Tabla
Give the knowledge of north Indian main Percussion Instruments.
Unit-1 / Introduction of History of Tabla:
Fables about History of Tabla.
Opinion of Expert about History.
Basic knowledge of present research of History. / 12 hours
Unit-2 / Study of basic terms of Tabla:
Introduction of following basic terms.
Kala, Sangeet, Taal , Matra, Sam, Khali, Bhari, Vibhag, Aavartan, Theka. / 11 hours
Unit-3 / Introduction of Tihai:
Definition of Tihai. (Bedam, Damdar and Chakradar Tihai)
Mathematical aspects of each Tihai.
Example of each Tihai in Detail.
Comparative study of Damdar and Bedam Tihai. / 11 hours
Unit-4 / Introduction of North Indian basic Percussion Instruments:
Introduction of percussion Instruments.
(Pakhawaj, Tabla, Khol, Dholak, Dhol)
Mechanism Of Percussion Instrument.
Playing Style of Instruments.
Use of Instrument in Different form of Music. / 11 hours
Assessment:
1.Continuous Assessment :30%
One class test(Theory)
One written Assessment(Minor)
2.Written Examination :70%
REFERENCES
1. / Tabla no Itihas ane Parampara (2001),Dr. Gaurang Bhavsar, University Granth Nirman
2. / Bhartiya Vadya Sangeet(1990),Dr.Lalmani Mishra,.
3. / Taal Parichay (part 1 to 3)(1993),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav,Sangeet Karyalay, Haatras
Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)
Tabla Section
Faculty of Performing Arts,
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda / Academic Year 2012-13
Bachelor of Performing Arts : Tabla Graduate Programme
Year / 1 / Core Compulsory-2 : Technical Terms of Percussion Instruments / Credit / 3
Semester / 1 / Hours / 45
OBJECTIVES / To introduce Mechanism of Tabla in Detail
Provide knowledge of Accompaniment
To introduce basic Vadya Vargikaran.
Unit-1 / Mechanism of Tabla and Banya:
Formation of Tabla and Banya.
Introduction of all parts of Tabla and Banya.
Use of Tabla in Indian Classical Music and other forms of Music. / 12 hours
Unit-2 / Principal of Accompaniment:
What is Accompaniment?
Rules of Accompaniment with Vocal Music.
Rules of Accompaniment with Instrumental Music.
Theoretical and practical aspects of both forms of Music. / 11 hours
Unit-3 / Introduction of Vadya Vargikaran:
Definition of all types of Vadya.
Classification of Tatvadya, Avanadhya vadya, Ghan vadya and
Shushir vadya.
Introduction of different Instruments i n reference to above form of Vadya Vargikaran. / 11 hours
Unit-4 / Notation System of Different Taals and Bandish:
(As per practical syllabus)
Knowledge of Notation system.
Write a Notation of Dadra, Kerva, Roopak, Teentaal in
Single and Double.
Write a notation of Kayada-Palta , Mukhada, Tukda, Tihai and Laggi . / 11 hours
Assessment:
1.Continuous Assessment :30%
One class test(Theory)
One written Assessment(Minor)
2.Written Examination :70%
REFERENCES
1 / Taal-Kosh (1996),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav ,Ruby Prakashan,Alahabad.
2. / Taal-Parichay(part 1 to 3)(1993),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav,Sangeet Karyalay Haathras
3. / Taal Prakash,Pt.Bhagvatsharan Sharma, Sangeet Karyalay Haathras
Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)
Tabla Section
Faculty of Performing Arts,
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda / Academic Year 2012-13
Bachelor of Performing Arts : Tabla Graduate Programme
Year / 1 / Core Compulsory-1 : Detail Practical Study of Tabla
(Practical-4 credit & Theory-2 credit-6 credit) / Credit / 6
Semester / 1 / Hours / 150
OBJECTIVES / To introduce Theoretical aspects of thekas and bandishes.
Provide basic knowledge of introductory solo playing.
Provide knowledge of Padhant , Nikas and basic concepts of Riyaz.
Unit-1 / Practical knowledge in reference to theoretical aspects:
Theoretical aspects of theka.
Theoretical aspects in solo playing.
Theoretical aspects of Padhant.
Theoretical aspects of different bandishes.
Theoretical Techniques of Riyaz.
(Note: All theoretical aspects of this practical paper included in first unit) / 30 hours
Unit-2 / Elementary knowledge of solo performance in Teentaal;
Vilambeet laya bandishes:
Two basic kayadas with palatas ended with tihai.
Madhya laya bandishes:
One rele with paltas ended with tihai.
Drut laya bandishes:
a) Mukhada b) tukada c) Bedam and Damdar tihai etc. / 40 hours
Unit-3 / Basic knowledge of Taal:
Introduction of theka and Kisma of Dadra, Kaherva and Roopak taals.
Use of above Taals in music. / 40 hours
Unit-4 / Padhant and Nikas of Taals and bandishes:
Elementary study of padhant of Roopak,Dadra,Teentaal,Keharva in Single,Double speed.
Padhant of Bandishes.
a) Vilambeet lay b) Madhya lay c) Drut lay
Nikas of all bandishes in appropriate fingers and proper style. / 40 hours
Assessment:
1.Continuous Assessment :30%
One class test(Theory)
One written Assessment(Minor)
2.Written Examination :70%
REFERENCES
1 / Bandishe Teentaal(2012),Dr.Gaurang Bhavsar,Ascent Publication
2. / Sulabh Tabla Vadan,Pt.Raghunath Talegaonkar
3 / Taal-Parichay(part 1 to 3)(1993),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav,Sangeet Karyalay Haathras
Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)
Tabla Section
Faculty of Performing Arts,
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda / Academic Year 2012-13
Bachelor of Performing Arts : Tabla Graduate Programme
Year / 1 / Core Compulsory-2 : Tradition and Composition of Tabla
(Practical-4 credit & Theory-2 credit-6credit) / Credit / 6
Semester / 1 / Hours / 150
OBJECTIVES / To introduce basic thekas of Pakahawaj.
Provide knowledge of introductory solo playing.
Provide knowledge of Padhant , Nikas and basic concepts of Riyaz.
Unit-1 / Practical knowledge in reference to theoretical aspects:
Theoretical aspects of theka.
Theoretical aspects in solo playing.
Theoretical aspects of Padhant.
Theoretical aspects of different bandishes.
Theoretical Techniques of Riyaz.
(Note: All theoretical aspects of this practical paper included in first unit) / 30 hours
Unit-2 / Elementary knowledge of solo performance in Ektaal:
Vilambeet laya bandishes:
Two basic kayadas with palatas ended with Tihai.
Madhya laya bandishes:
One rele with paltas ended with Tihai.
Drut laya bandishes:
a) Mukhada b) Tukada c) Bedam and Damdar tihai etc. / 40 hours
Unit-3 / Basic knowledge of Pakhawaj Taals(Tevra and Sooltaal):
Introduction of theka and its variations of above taals.
Use of above taal in Indian Music. / 40 hours
Unit-4 / Padhant and Nikas of Taals and bandishes:
Elementary study of padhant of Tevra,Sooltaal,Ektaal in Single,Double speed.
Padhant of Bandishes.
a)Vilambeet lay b)Madhya lay c)Drut lay
Nikas of all bandishes in appropriate fingers and proper style as per Gharana system. / 40 hours
Assessment:
1.Continuous Assessment :30%
One class test(Theory)
One written Assessment(Minor)
2.Written Examination :70%
REFERENCES
1. / Tabla ki Bandishes,Dr. Aban Mistry
2. / Mrudang Vaadan(Naath Dwara Parampara)(1983),Sangeet Natak Akadami,New Delhi
3. / Tabla ki Bandishe(2007),Dr,Aaban Mistry,Sangeet Sadan Prakashan,Alahabad.
Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)
Tabla Section
Faculty of Performing Arts,
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda / Academic Year 2013-14
Bachelor of Performing Arts : Tabla Graduate Programme
Year / 1 / Elective Open : General History of Percussion Instruments / Credit / 4
Semester / 1 / Hours / 60
OBJECTIVES / To introduce basic concepts basic concepts of Mechanism of Tabla.
To Introduce basic knowledge of History of Tabla.
To Introduce basic terms of Tabla and production of different varna.
Unit-1 / Mechanism of Tabla and Banya.
Formation of Tabla and Banya.
Introduction of all parts of Tabla and Banya.
Use of Tabla in Indian Classical Music and other forms of Music. / 15 hours
Unit-2 / Introduction of History of Tabla
Fables about History of Tabla.
Opinion of Expert about History.
Basic knowledge of present research of History. / 15 hours
Unit-3 / Introduction of Basic Terms of Tabla:
Definition Of Basic Terms.
(Sam, Khali, Bhari, Aavartan, Matra, Theka, Vibhag, Laya and Taal)
Use of above terms in Theka and Musical aspects. / 15 hours
Unit-4 / Introduction of basic Varna(Bol) of Tabla:
Meaning of varna.
Development of varna.
Technique of producing different varnas on tabla jointly and individually / 15 hours
Assessment:
1.Continuous Assessment :30%
One class test(Theory)
One written Assessment(Minor)
2.Written Examination :70%
REFERENCES
1. / Taal Parichay(Part 1,2 & 3) (1989),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav
2. / Sulabh Tabala Vadan(Two part for practical and Two part for Theory),Pt.Raghunath Talegaonkar.
3. / Tabla no Itihas ane Parampara(2001), Dr.Gaurang Bhavsar, University Granth Nirman Board, Gujarat State.
Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)
Tabla Section
Faculty of Performing Arts
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda / Academic Year 2012-13
Bachelor of Performing Arts : Tabla Graduate Programme
Year / 1 / Core Compulsory-1 : Principle of Tabla / Credit / 3
Semester / 2 / Hours / 45
OBJECTIVES / Provide knowledge of basic Varna and how to produce it individually and jointly.
To introduce technical terms of Tabla.
Provide knowledge of north Indian main Percussion Instruments..
To introduce notation system.
Unit-1 / Technique of producing Different varna on Tabla and Banya:
Introduction of name of Finger and its use to produce different varna.
Introduction of different varna of Tabla and Banya.
How to Produce Different varna on Tabla and Banya Jointly & Individually.(As per Theoretical aspects) / 12 hours
Unit-2 / Introduction Technical Terms of Tabla.
Definition of Mukada,Mohara,Kayda,Palta.
Features of above terms in detail.
How to use above bandishes in solo playing and Accompaniment. / 11 hours
Unit-3 / Introduction of North Indian basic Percussion Instruments.
Introduction of percussion Instruments.(Nagada,Naal,Damroo,Durdur)
Mechanism Of Percussion Instrument.
Playing Style of Instruments.
Use of Instrument in Different form of Music. / 11 hours
Unit-4 / Notation System of Pt.Vishnudigambar Paluskar :
Basic Introduction of Paluskar Taal system.
Study of signs for Vibhag,Matra,Taali,Khali etc.
System of writing Thekas in Pt.Paluskar Notation system. / 11 hours
Assessment:
1.Continuous Assessment :30%
One class test(Theory)
One written Assessment(Minor)
2.Written Examination :70%
REFERENCES
1. / Taal Parichay(Part 1,2 & 3) (1989),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav
2. / Sulabh Tabala Vadan(Two part for practical and Two part for Theory),Pt.Raghunath Talegaonkar.
3. / Taal-Kosh (1996),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav ,Ruby Prakashan,Alahabad.
Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)
Tabla Section
Faculty of Performing Arts,
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda / Academic Year 2012-13
Bachelor of Performing Arts : Tabla Graduate Programme
Year / 1 / Core Compulsory-2 : Technical Terms of Percussion Instruments / Credit / 3
Semester / 2 / Hours / 45
OBJECTIVES / To introduce essay on general Music topics.
To Provide Basic knowledge of Lay and Laykari.
To introduce meaning of word Avanadhay Vadhya.
Unit-1 / Essay on general Music Topic.
1) Introduction of music in Modern Era.
2) Solo Tabla Playing and its characteristics which you have heard.
3) Human life and Music.
4) Place of Tabla playing in Indian Music. / 12 hours
Unit-2 / Notation System of Different Taals and Bandish
(As per practical syllabus)
Knowledge of Notation system.
Write a Notation of Roopak, Chautaal, Dhamar in Single and Double.
Write a notation of Kayada-Palta, Mukhada, Tukda, Tihai and Laggi . / 11 hours
Unit-3 / Introduction of Lay and Laykari.
Definition of Lay and Laykari.
Introduction of basic laykari like, Vilambeet, Madhya, Drut, Dugun, Tigun and Chaugun.
System of writing method of different laykari in prescribed forms. / 11 hours
Unit-4 / Detail study about word “AVANADHAYA VADYA”.
Definition of word “AVANADHAYA VADYA”.
Detail study of Instruments which are included in type of Avanadhya Vadya.
Characteristics of word Avanadhya Vadya. / 11 hours
Assessment:
1.Continuous Assessment :30%
One class test(Theory)
One written Assessment(Minor)
2.Written Examination :70%
REFERENCES
1 / Taal-Kosh (1996),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav ,Ruby Prakashan,Alahabad.
2. / Taal-Parichay(part 1 to 3)(1993),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav,Sangeet Karyalay Haathras
3. / Taal Prakash,Pt.Bhagvatsharan Sharma, Sangeet Karyalay Haathras
4. / Bhartiya Vadya Sangeet(1990),Dr.Lalmani Mishra,.
Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)
Tabla Section
Faculty of Performing Arts,
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda / Academic Year 2012-13
Bachelor of Performing Arts : Tabla Graduate Programme
Year / 1 / Core Compulsory-1 : Detail Practical Study of Tabla
(Practical-4 credit & Theory-2 credit-6credit) / Credit / 6
Semester / 2 / Hours / 150
OBJECTIVES / To introduce Theoretical aspects of thekas and bandishes.
Provide basic knowledge of introductory solo playing.
Provide knowledge of Padhant , Nikas and basic concepts of Riyaz.
Unit-1 / Practical knowledge in reference to theoretical aspects:
Theoretical aspects of theka.
Theoretical aspects in solo playing.
Theoretical aspects of Padhant.
Theoretical aspects of different bandishes.
Theoretical Techniques of Riyaz.
(Note: All theoretical aspects of this practical paper included in first unit) / 30 hours
Unit-2 / Elementary knowledge of solo performance in Zaptaal:
Vilambeet laya bandishes:
Two basic kayadas (Tita and Tirakita) with palatas ended with tihai.
Madhya laya bandishes:
One Rele with paltas ended with tihai.
Drut laya bandishes:
a) Mukhada b) Tukada c) Bedam and Damdar tihai etc. / 40 hours
Unit-3 / Basic knowledge of Taal:
Introduction of Theka, Kisma and laggi of Dadra and Kaherva taal.
Use of above Taals in music. / 40 hours
Unit-4 / Padhant and Nikas of Taals and bandishes:
Elementary study of padhant of Zaptaal, Dadra, Teentaal, Keharva in Single, Double speed.
Padhant of Bandishes.
a) Vilambeet lay b) Madhya lay c) Drut lay
Nikas of all bandishes in appropriate fingers and proper style. / 40 hours
Assessment:
1.Continuous Assessment :30%
One class test(Theory)
One written Assessment(Minor)
2.Written Examination :70%
REFERENCES
1 / Bandishe Teentaal(2012),Dr.Gaurang Bhavsar,Ascent Publication
2. / Sulabh Tabla Vadan,Pt.Raghunath Talegaonkar
3 / Taal-Parichay(part 1 to 3)(1993),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav,Sangeet Karyalay Haathras
Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)
Tabla Section
Faculty of Performing Arts,
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda / Academic Year 2012-13
Bachelor of Performing Arts : Tabla Graduate Programme
Year / 1 / Core Compulsory-2 : Tradition and Composition of Tabla
(Practical-4 credit & Theory-2 credit-6credit) / Credit / 6
Semester / 2 / Hours / 150
OBJECTIVES / To introduce basic thekas of Pakahawaj.
Provide knowledge of introductory solo playing.
Provide knowledge of Padhant , Nikas and basic concepts of Riyaz.
Unit-1 / Practical knowledge in reference to theoretical aspects:
Theoretical aspects of Theka.
Theoretical aspects in solo playing.
Theoretical aspects of Padhant.
Theoretical aspects of different bandishes.
Theoretical Techniques of Riyaz.
(Note: All theoretical aspects of this practical paper included in first unit) / 30 hours
Unit-2 / Elementary knowledge of solo performance in Roopak:
Vilambeet laya bandishes:
Two basic kayadas with paltas ended with Tihai.
Madhya laya bandishes:
One Rele with paltas ended with Tihai.
Drut laya bandishes:
a) Mukhada b) tukada c) Bedam and Damdar tihai etc. / 40 hours
Unit-3 / Basic knowledge of Pakhawaj Taals(Chautaal and Dhamar):
Introduction of theka and its variations of above taals.
Use of above taal in Indian Music. / 40 hours
Unit-4 / Padhant and Nikas of Taals and bandishes:
Elementary study of padhant of Chautaal and Dhamar in Single, Double speed.
Padhant of Bandishes.
a)Vilambeet lay b)Madhya lay c)Drut lay
Nikas of all bandishes in appropriate fingers and proper style as per Gharana system. / 40 hours
Assessment:
1.Continuous Assessment :30%
One class test(Theory)
One written Assessment(Minor)
2.Written Examination :70%
REFERENCES
1. / Tabla ki Bandishes,Dr. Aban Mistry
2. / Mrudang Vaadan(Naath Dwara Parampara)(1983),Sangeet Natak Akadami,New Delhi
3. / Tabla ki Bandishe(2007),Dr,Aaban Mistry,Sangeet Sadan Prakashan,Alahabad.
4. / Bhartiya Vadya Sangeet(1990),Dr.Lalmani Mishra
Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)
Tabla Section
Faculty of Performing Arts,
The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda / Academic Year 2013-14
Bachelor of Performing Arts : Tabla Graduate Programme
Year / 1 / Elective Open : General History of Percussion Instruments / Credit / 4
Semester / 2 / Hours / 60
OBJECTIVES / To introduce basic knowledge Delhi and Ajarada Gharana.
To Introduce elementary knowledgw of technical terms of Tabla.
To Introduce basic lay and laykari.
Provide introductory knowledge of north Indian main Percussion Instruments
Unit-1 / Introduction of Delhi and Ajarada Gharana.
Definition of word Gharana.
Basic Introduction of tradition and Vadanshaili of both Gharana..
Knowledge of basic compositions of both Gharana. / 15 hours
Unit-2 / Introduction of Technical Terms.
Definition of Kayada, Palta, Mukhada, Mohara, Laggi.
Use of about bandishes in table playing.
Characteristics of each bandishes. / 15 hours
Unit-3 / Elementry knowledge of Lay and Laykari:
Definition of Lay and Lakari.
Introduction of Basic Laykari like Vilambit, Madhaya, Drut, Single, Double, Tigun and Chaugun.
How to use different laykari in Music? / 15 hours
Unit-4 / Introduction of North Indian basic Percussion Instruments.
Introduction of percussion Instruments.(Any four)
Mechanism of Percussion Instrument.
Playing Style of Instruments.
Use of Instrument in Different form of Music. / 15 hours
Assessment:
1.Continuous Assessment :30%
One class test(Theory)
One written Assessment(Minor)
2.Written Examination :70%
REFERENCES
1. / Taal Parichay(Part 1,2 & 3) (1989),Pt.Girishchandra Shrivastav
2. / Sulabh Tabala Vadan(Two part for practical and Two part for Theory),Pt.Raghunath Talegaonkar.

Faculty of Performing Arts

The M. S. University of Baroda

Department of Indian Classical Music(Vocal-Tabla)