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SMA CBSE Music Exam Preparation Program-Hindustani Vocal

by Shankar Mahadevan Academy

Grade 9 to 12Open all year

CBSE Hindustani Vocal exam readiness

Online CBSE board exam preparation in Hindustani Vocal Music for Class 9 to 12 students, covering theory and practical performance.

Mode

Online

Eligibility

Grade 9 to 12

Fee

Registration fee applies

Duration

6 weeks per course

Format

Individual

Time needed

2 lessons per week, approximately 12 lessons per course

Eligibility

Grade level
Grade 9 to 12
Location
Nationwide

Academic requirement

Student must have selected Hindustani Classical Vocals as a subject in the CBSE school curriculum

Prerequisites

  • Enrolment in a CBSE-affiliated school
  • Hindustani Classical Vocals selected as a CBSE subject

CBSE students in Grades 9 to 12 who have opted for Hindustani Classical Vocals as a subject in their school curriculum. Open to students nationwide. Delivered fully online so no location restrictions apply.

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Rewards and recognition

Certificate

Course completion certificate

Students completing the course receive a Shankar Mahadevan Academy course completion certificate. Recognition by external bodies for this specific course is not stated on the official page.

Skills your child builds

Hindustani classical vocal techniqueUnderstanding of ragas, talas and swarasMusic theory aligned to CBSE board syllabusPerformance skills for board viva and practical assessmentListening and aural recognition of classical compositions

Key dates

Enrollment
Open all year

Online · Shankar Mahadevan Academy Online Learning Management System

How to apply

  1. 1Visit the CBSE Music Exam Preparation page on the Shankar Mahadevan Academy website
  2. 2Select the course matching the student's CBSE class and part
  3. 3Create a student account and enrol in the chosen course
  4. 4Receive access credentials to the academy's learning management system

Fees & financial support

Fee details

The course requires paid enrolment but the fee amount is not published on the official program page. Prospective students are directed to contact the academy or use the in-portal enrolment flow for current pricing.

About this opportunity

Shankar Mahadevan Academy's CBSE Music Exam Preparation Program is a structured online course series that prepares Class 9 to 12 students for the Hindustani Vocal Music subject in their CBSE board examinations. The curriculum follows the official CBSE syllabus and covers both theoretical concepts and practical vocal performance.

The program is open to CBSE students who have selected Hindustani Classical Vocals as part of their school curriculum. Each grade has its own dedicated course series aligned to the corresponding CBSE class syllabus.

Students learn ragas, talas, swaras, prescribed compositions, and the history and theory of Hindustani music required for the written paper. Practical sessions build the vocal skills required for the viva and performance components of the board assessment.

The program is delivered fully online through the academy's learning management system, with new sessions starting through the year. Each course runs for around six weeks with two lessons per week.

What your child will do

  • Live online vocal lessons
  • Theory instruction aligned to CBSE syllabus
  • Practical vocal exercises and raga practice
  • Preparation drills for board viva and written paper

Academic details

Hindustani Vocal MusicIndian Classical Music Theory

Difficulty: Mixed Levels

What's covered

Aligned to the CBSE Hindustani Vocal Music syllabus for Classes 9 to 12, covering ragas, talas, swaras, prescribed compositions, history and theory of Hindustani music, and practical vocal performance for board viva.

Frequently asked questions

Which CBSE classes does this course series cover?

The series spans CBSE Classes 9, 10, 11 and 12, with a dedicated course matched to each class's Hindustani Vocal Music syllabus and exam pattern.

Is the program suitable for students new to Hindustani vocal music?

The course is designed for students who have already chosen Hindustani Classical Vocals in their CBSE curriculum, so a basic familiarity with vocal practice is expected before joining.

How is the course structured for ongoing practice and learning retention?

Lessons run twice a week over about six weeks, building theory and practical skills incrementally so students retain ragas, talas and compositions through regular guided practice.

Does the program prepare students for both the written and practical components of the CBSE music exam?

Yes. The curriculum addresses theoretical concepts for the written paper alongside vocal performance practice for the viva and practical assessment of the CBSE board exam.

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Shankar Mahadevan Academy

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Performing ArtsVocal MusicTraditional & Cultural ArtsClassical Music

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