Carnatic Music (Vocal)

Classes in Coventry

Carnatic music is considered one of the oldest systems of music in the world. Carnatic music is a very complex system of music that requires much thought, both artistically and technically.

The basis of Carnatic music is the system of ragas (melodic scales) and talas (rhythmic cycles). There are seven rhythmic cycles and 72 fundamental ragas. All other ragas are considered to have originated from these. An elaborate pattern exists for identifying these scales, known as the 72 Melakarta Raagas. Tyagaraja, Muthuswami Dikshitar and Shyama Shastri, the three saint composers of the 19th century, have composed thousands of krithis that remain fresh among musicians and rasikas.

The most important specialty of Carnatic music is its highly devotional element. The concept of the compositions are set entirely against a devotional outline. The notes of Carnatic music is "sa-ri-gaa-ma-pa-da-ni". These are abbreviations of the real names of swaras which are Shadjam, Rishabham, Gandharam, Madhyamam, Panchamam, Dhaivatam and Nishaadam.

Syllabus

The syllabus of Carnatic music is very well conceived and structured and has been painstakingly prepared to create a strong curriculum. It is also an invaluable resource for students, guiding them in the systematic preparation for the various levels.

Venue

Barr’s Hill School and Community College
Radford Road
Coventry
CV1 4BU

Course Details

Every Sunday from 9:00am to 3:00pm

Age

Any

Contact Details

07853 885 895
coventrytamils@yahoo.co.uk