Kerala University 2009 B.F.A Painting B.P.AMusic (Vocal, Veena, Violin), , , Part III – II – THEORY OF MUSIC,(2005 Admissions Onwards) , - Question Paper

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First Year B.P.A. Music (Vocal, Veena, Violin),Degree Examination, April 2009
Part III – Paper II – THEORY OF MUSIC,(2005 Admissions Onwards)
Time : three Hours Max. Marks : 90
Instructions :1) ans any 5 ques..
2) All ques. carry equal marks.
I. Trace the emotional and spiritual concepts in Indian music. 18
II. a) Explain the term 'Bhoota Sankya'. 6
b) discuss the characteristic features of 'Sargam' notation. 6

c) Give examples for the subsequent :

1) Bhashanga raga

2) Ubhaya Vakra raga

3) A tala with 14 akshara kala

4) An instrument with Sruthi coupling

5) Maha Pranas

6) Ghana Vadya. 6
III. a) Explain the term 'gamaka' and illustrate any five of the gamakas commonly used
in Karnatic music. 9
b) Explain the classification of Janya ragas with examples. 9
IV. a) Madhyama is the Pivotal note in the bifurcation of 72 melakarthas into two equals
- discuss. 9
b) Explain the classification of stringed instruments with examples. 9


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V. a) Explain the subsequent terms :
1)Vadi 2) Sam Vadi 3) Nyasa 4) Stayi 6
b) describe Shadangas and Shodasa angas. 6
c) Explain 'Katapayadi' formula. 6
VI. Write short note on :
1) Drone instruments 6
2) Trayodasa lakshanas 6
3) Explain Katapayadi formula. 6
VII. a) Describe the parts, construction and playing techniques ofVina with the help of
a diagram.
OR
b) Sketch the distinctive features of Indian music. 18
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