MA Performing Arts (Sitar) (2 Years Part Time) – GI515
1.
Objectives
This programme will provide opportunities to students to have an in-depth knowledge and skills in
Sitar playing. It will enhance and reinforce creativity, understanding, teaching and critical
appreciation of Hindustani Music with special emphasis to Sitar.
2.
General Entry Requirements
Successful completion of an undergraduate degree with:
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At least a second class or 50% whichever is applicable
OR
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A GPA not less than 2.5 out of 4 or equivalent, from a recognised higher education institution
OR
Alternative qualifications acceptable to the University of Mauritius/MGI.
3.
Programme Requirements
At least a second class Degree in Performing Arts (Sitar), B.A (Hons) Performing Arts (Sitar) with
Education or equivalent qualifications acceptable to the UOM/ MGI.
4.
Programme Duration
Master’s Degree
Post Graduate Diploma
Post Graduate Certificate
5.
Minimum
4 semesters (2 yrs)
4 semesters (2 yrs)
2 semesters (1 yr)
Maximum
8 semesters (4 yrs)
8 semesters (4 yrs)
4 semesters (2 yrs)
Credits per Semester
Minimum 3 credits subject to Regulation 4
6.
Minimum Credits Required for Award of
Master’s Degree
Post graduate Diploma
Post graduate Certificate
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42 credits
24 credits
15 credits
Breakdown as follows:
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Total
Core Modules
Dissertation
Electives
Master’s Degree Award
42 credits
24
12
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Postgraduate Diploma
24 credits
24
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-
Postgraduate Certificate
15 credits
12
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Assessment
All modules will carry 100 marks and will be assessed as follows unless otherwise specified:
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Theory modules MAIS 5101, MAIS 5103, MAIS 5209 AND MAIS 5211 will be based on
Written Examination (WE) of 3-hours duration, carrying 70% of the total 100 marks, out of
which 30% will be from Continuous Assessment (CA).
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Practical modules MAIS 5102, MAIS 5104 and MAIS 5110 will carry 100 marks, out of
which 30% will be from Continuous Assessment (CA) and 70% from Viva Voce.
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MAIS 5212 - Stage Performance (Concert) will carry 100 marks, out of which 35% will be
from Viva Voce, while demonstration will carry 10 marks for semi-classical/light music, 25
marks for classical music and 30 marks will be from Continuous Assessment (CA).
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Continuous Assessment (CA) may be based on assignments, practical tests, theory tests and
exposés.
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There is no level attached to modules, i.e. each module carries its own credit value.
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Submission deadlines for Dissertation :
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First draft: End of July in the final year
Final copy: last working day of August in the final year
For a student to pass a module, an overall total of 40% for combined Continuous Assessment
(CA) and Written Examination (WE) components would be required, without minimum
thresholds within the individual CA and WE components.
The same criterion will apply for modules being assessed jointly. Note that all overall marks
for the two modules will be considered and not the individual marks for each of the two
modules.
Choice of Electives
Students will be required to submit their choice of electives in order of priority by the middle of
Semester I of year I.
The UOM/MGI reserve the right not to offer a given elective module if the critical number of
students is not attained and/or for reasons of resource constraints.
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List of Modules
Core Modules
MAIS 5101
MAIS 5102
MAIS 5103
MASI 5104
MAIS 5209
MAIS 5210
MAIS 5211
MAIS 5212
MAIS 5000
Electives
MAIS 5105
MAIS 5106
MAIS 5107
MAIS 5108
Module
History and Evolution of Sitar
Sitar Techniques
Musical Forms
Vagyakara Lakshanam
Aesthetics and appreciation of Indian Music
Anibaddha and Nabaddha gaan
Raga Anga
Comparative Study of Ragas
Dissertation
Importance of Drama in Indian Aesthetics
and Bharata’s Theory of Rasa
Sitar; its maintenance
Role of Expression in an Art form with
special reference to Sitar
Hindustani Music in Mauritius
Note: Submission Deadline for Dissertation
•
First Draft: End of July in the Final Year
•
Final Copy: Last working day of August in the Final Year
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Hrs/Wk
L+P
3+0
1+4
3+0
1+4
4+1
1+4
3+1
1+4
Credits
3+0
6
3+0
3+0
6
6
3
+0
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
12
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10.
Programme Plan
Year 1
Semester I
Code
Module
MAIS 5101
History
and
Evolution
of
Sitar
MAIS 5102
Sitar
Techniques
Hrs/
Wk
3+0
Credits
Semester II
Code
3
MAIS 5103
Musical Forms
1+4
3
MASI 5104
Hrs/
Wk
3+0
Credits
Vagyakara
Lakshanam
1+4
3
Importance
of
Drama in Indian
Aesthetics
and
Bharata’s Theory
of Rasa
3+0
6
MAIS 5106
Sitar;
maintenance
its
3+0
6
MAIS 5107
Role
of
Expression in an
Art form with
special reference
to Sitar
3+0
6
MAIS 5108
Hindustani Music
in Mauritius
3+0
6
Module
Hrs/
Wk
3+1
Credits
1+4
3
Electives
MAIS 5105
Year 2
Semester I
Code
Module
MAIS 5209
Aesthetics and
appreciation of
Indian Music
MAIS 5210
Anibaddha and
Nabaddha
gaan
Hrs/
Wk
4+1
Semester II
Code
Credits
1+4
3
Module
MAIS 5211
Raga Anga
MAIS 5212
Comparative
Study of Ragas
MAIS 5000
Dissertation
3
3
12
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Outline Syllabus
LEVEL I
CORE MODULES
SEMESTER I
MAIS 5101 – HISTORY AND EVOLUTION OF SITAR
This module aims at providing an in-depth knowledge of the history and evolution of the Sitar from the harp
stage, harp with resonator, tuning pegs, lute stage, unfretted and fretted to the modern sitar existing now.
MAIS 5102 – SITAR TECHNIQUES
This module aims at providing further knowledge on the technical aspects in Sitar playing. Varieties of
Tanas. Factors that determines the total quality of an instrument. Advanced tuning methods. Prescribed
Ragas are: Ahir Bhairav, Multani, Adana and Paraj.
LEVEL I
SEMESTER II
MAIS 5103 – MUSICAL FORMS
This module aims at providing an in-depth knowledge of musical forms existing from Vedic to the present
time (viz). (i) samagana (ii) Dhruva – gaan(iii) Maha geetak (iv) Prabandha (v) Evolution of Dhrupad and
Khayal (vi) Evolution of gats.
MAIS 5104 – VAGYAKARA LAKSHANAM
This module aims at providing an in-depth study about the good and bad qualities of a musician
(Instrumentalist). Concept and trend of practice (Riyaz) in the different Gharanas of Sitar playing.
Prescribed Ragas – Lalit, Madhuvanti, Desi and Shahana
ELECTIVES:MAIS 5105 – IMPORTANCE OF DRAMA IN INDIAN AESTHETICS
RASA
AND BHARATA’S THEORY OF
Sangeet is a technical term generally used for Vocal, Instrumental and Dance when all are being exhibited
on the same stage. In this context music is meant to sustain and support a drama. Hence this module aims at
the study and understanding of aesthetic values to its depth.
MAIS 5106 – SITAR; ITS MAINTENANCE
Musical instruments are very delicate and sensitive and for better performance they need regular care all the
time. So this module aims at providing all the necessary knowledge for a good maintenance of the
instrument concerned.
MAIS 5107 – ROLE OF EXPRESSION IN AN ART FORM WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO SITAR
This module deals with the role of expression mainly during a musical performance, the means of expression
and the factors responsible for expression while presenting a Raga.
MAIS 5108 – HINDUSTANI MUSIC IN MAURITIUS
This module deals with a brief evolution of Hindustani (North Indian) Music in Mauritius since the arrival of
indentured labourers till date. Emphasis will be laid on Vocal and Instrumental Music and contributions of
pioneers to this field.
Identified topics:
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
Folk Music
Devotional Music
Classical Music
Popular Music
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LEVEL II
SEMESTER I
MAIS 5209 – AESTHETICS AND APPRECIATION OF INDIAN MUSIC
This module will provide scope for the study of aesthetics in relation to Indian music. The concept of Kaku
which is primarily a factor for intonational variations and modulations.
MAIS 5210 – ANIBADDHA AND NIBADDHA GAAN
This module focuses on an in-depth study of the Anibaddha (unbound) and Nibaddha (bound) aspects of
Indian music.
Ragas prescribed - Gujari Todi, Miyan ki Malhar, Kaunsi Kanhara and Abhogi.
LEVEL II
SEMESTER II
MAIS 5211 – RAGA ANGA
This module aims at an in-depth understanding of the essential requisites and components of ragas.
MAIS 5212 – COMPARATIVE STUDY OF RAGAS
This module aims at a comparative study in the treatment of Ragas.
Ragas prescribed: Bilaskhani Todi, Shyam Kalyan and Bahar
Ragas prescribed for comparative study: Any two of the following Ragas:
(i) Bilaskhani Todi - Bhairavi
(ii) Shyam Kalyan –Shuddha Sarang
(iii) Miyan Malhar – Bahar
MAIS 5000 – DISSERTATION
This module focuses on original work with innovative ideas which are practical oriented in the field of
Instrumental Music (Sitar). The Dissertation should be original and research based. Students will be
required to write between 10,000 to 14,000 words on an original research based topic which is relevant to
the subject and approved by the Departmental Board assisted by a supervisor. Guidance in Research
methodology will be provided. The dissertation will include a Viva Voce conducted by a panel including
the supervisor.
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