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Music Education – CFAC | Where Tradition Meets Mastery

CFAC Performing Arts Division

Music Education

Where tradition finds structure.
Where passion meets national recognition.

Structured, exam-based, nationally benchmarked music education from Prarambha to Visharad level

Why Choose CFAC Music Education?

CFAC offers Vocal and Instrumental streams across classical, semi-classical, devotional, folk, and contemporary styles – all aligned to a unified progression system.

Every programme emphasises technical command, notation & theory, and cultural authenticity, preparing students for credible pathways as performers, accompanists, composers and certified educators.

From the depth of Hindustani and Carnatic traditions to the expressive beauty of Rabindra Sangeet and regional folk forms, CFAC provides structured, respected, and future-ready music education.

Vocal Music: Voices that Carry Credentials

Hindustani / Adhunik

From basic alankars to Khayal, Bhajan and light classical; focus on swara precision, alaap, taan, bandish and tala discipline with graded improvisation.

Carnatic Vocal

Sarali/Janta to Varnams and Kritis, Raga Alapana, Swarakalpana and complex talas aligned to concert aesthetics and stage discipline.

Rabindra Sangeet

Emphasis on text, phrasing, inner emotion and stylistic discipline; develops refined performance suited to institutions and curated events.

Nazrul Geeti

Strong rhythmic structures, bold melodic lines and emotive delivery; students learn projection, clarity and patriotic/ghazal styles with rigour.

Bhav Sangeet

Voice modulation, dynamics, Urdu/Hindi/Bengali diction and interpretative skills for ghazal, bhajan and semi-classical devotional forms.

Folk / Lok Sangeet

Structured documentation of regional styles, chorus work and narrative songs, ensuring folk traditions gain exam-based recognition.

Instrumental Music: Technique, Tone & Stage Readiness

Tabla

Kayda, Rela, Tukra, Paran and Theka in key talas; clarity of sound, layakari and solo/accompaniment readiness for classical & bhajan platforms.

Sitar

Right-hand mizrab, left-hand meend, jod/jhala and alaap–gat structure; builds mature raga development and concert etiquette.

Drums

Stick control, independence, odd-time signatures, rock/funk/jazz patterns and chart-reading for band and studio environments.

Dholak & World Percussion

Hand technique, tone, traditional thekas and world grooves, supporting folk ensembles and modern fusion projects.

Piano / Keyboard

Staff notation, chords, voicings, accompaniment patterns and harmonisation bridging Western classical, film and worship repertoires.

Guitar & Harmonium

Chordal rhythm, melodic runs, raga-based support, transposition and ensemble playing for kirtan, choir, band and solo contexts.

The Journey: From First Note to Visharad & Praveen Mastery

1

Prarambha

Initiation · Beginner I–II

Swara/tala recognition, posture or hand position, unison songs and basic exercises; cultivating listening, discipline and joy in sound.

2

Madhyama

Foundation · Primary I–III

Formal alankars, basic ragas, fundamental talas, staff or sargam reading, simple compositions and exposure to ensemble performance.

3

Udbhava

Development · 1st–2nd Year

Intermediate repertoire, tan/bol/vistaar, fingering/stroke refinement, harmony basics, ear-training and small-group recital projects.

4

Visharad

Mastery · 5th–7th Year

Full-length recitals, advanced raga or stylistic work, studio projects, composition, critical analysis and pedagogy exposure with CFAC-recognised certification.

5

Praveen

Pre-Professional

Professional-level training • Advanced composition, accompaniment & pedagogy • Institutional leadership • National & international performance readiness.

One unified progression system — preserving the unique identity of every music form while providing national credibility and structure.

Complete Syllabus & Assessment Guide

Detailed stage-wise curriculum, marking scheme, theory & practical requirements

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