Certificate Programme in Hindustani Music

A Programme To Learn Hindustani Music in Distance Mode

This Programme includes

  • Self learning course material

  • Video

  • Quiz

  • Discussion Forum

  • Access on Mobile, Tablet and Laptop/Desktop

  • Certificate from IGNOU after Successful Completion

Music – a magical word which contains an entire universe in its total self. Philosophically it is accepted that Music existed even before the birth of human beings, the Music of the Universe or Cosmos precedes the man-made music.

However, during the developmental stage of mankind, humans became aware of the magical and mystical power of intonated sound or what we call it as music today. Thus accepting the power of music man chose it as a medium to communicate with God and gradually music became a powerful medium to convey feelings like joy, love, sorrow, victory, hope, anger, defeat etc. among fellow human beings too.

As mankind developed and established its societal existence, among many other things it also started developing music according to their understanding, evolving around their respective languages, cultures and ways of life. Thus, like in all other countries, in India too music took a distinct shape with distinct characteristics. The term used for music in India is ‘Sangeet’ and its melodious existence has become all pervading in day-to-day life in Indian Society.

The Certificate programme in Hindustani Music intends to provide a basic knowledge of genesis of music and historical development of music in India, basic theoretical knowledge of Hindustani Music and basic skill of singing Hindustani Music.

Programme Objectives

Through this programme our aims are:

  • To provide basic voice training.

  • To teach learners the basic skills of singing Hindustani Music.

  • To provide knowledge about the terminologies of Hindustani Music.

  • To create understanding of historical evolution of Hindustani Music.

Medium of Instruction

The medium of instruction of the programme is English.

Eligibility Criteria

10th Pass (no upper age limit)

Duration of the Programme

Minimum duration of the programme is 6 Months and the maximum duration is 2 years.

Programme Fee

The fee for the programme is Rs.3600/- (University may revise the fee time to time. Please check with the advertisement or IGNOU website).

Programme Features

Programme Structure

The programme consists of the 3 theory courses and 3 practical courses. The CPAHM programme is of 16 credits (1 credit = 30 hours of self study).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)

1. Will there be any chance to learn music?

Yes. In this programme you will learn basic singing skills.

2. Which kind of music will I learn?

You will learn basics of Hindustani Classical music

3. Will there be any theory course?

Yes there will be theory course too.

4. Will there be any course other than music?

Yes there are two more courses other than music.

5. How many papers I have to clear to complete the course?

You will have to clear six exams 3 written and three practicals.

6. How am I going to learn singing?

You will learn singing through Web Enabled Academic Support (WEAS).

7. What is WEAS?

WEAS is Web enabled academic support. It gives you a platform where you can get your learning materials, assignments and counseling classes which you can use repeatedly. You will get all the information regarding assessments and exams, you will be provided external links to learn more at one place.

8. Where will our classes be held?

All your counseling classes will be conducted through web based video counselling sessions which will also be hosted in WEAS so that you can revisit the video counselling sessions as and when you want.

9. How will I give my exams?

You will be informed by IGNOU about your examination centre.

10. Can I get admission in this programme without any musical background?

Yes you can. This is a basic introductory programme for learning Hindustani Classical music.

11. What will be the medium of instructions? Will I be able to write the exams in regional languages?

All written learning materials are in English. However medium of web counseling will be in Hindi and English. You can also write your exams in English or Hindi.

12. What is the Programme fee?

Programme fee is Rs. 3600/-

13. What is the eligibility criteria for applying?

Any one who has passed class 10th exams can apply for the programme. There is no upper age limit.

14. How do I apply for the programme?

You have to apply online by following the link given in the IGNOU website.

15. How will my progress be monitored?

Your progress will be monitored through assignments and WEAS.

16. I am 45 year old and having no prior learning or background in music. But I always wanted to learn classical music. Can I join the course?

Of course you can. This is an introductory course for Hindustani Classical music. After completing the course you will able to decide whether you want to continue classical music training further or not.

17. Can music be taught through distance learning mode?

The process of learning music basically depends on keen ability to listening. Mostly people can hum the film songs just by repeatedly listening to the song. Having said that, classical music needs mentoring too. Which will be provided through WEAS.

18. If I want to meet the coordinator, where should I go?

You can come to School of Performing and Visual Arts Block 15 - G, IGNOU headquarters at Maidan Garhi Delhi - 110068

19. How can I contact the Coordinator?

You can send mail to cpahm@ignou.ac.in or sopva@ignou.ac.in. Or you can contact through Phone No. - 01129571656

Primary Contacts

Dr. Mallika Banerjee

Assistant Professor, and Programme Coordinator (CPAHM)

School of Performing and Visual Art (SOPVA),

Block-15G, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)

Maidan Garhi, New Delhi – 110068.

Phone: 011-29571656


E-mail: mallikabanerjee@ignou.ac.in

Director,

School of Performing and Visual Art (SOPVA),

Block-15G, Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)

Maidan Garhi,

New Delhi – 110068.