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Scheme of Work
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A scheme of work to teach Indian music with a focus on raga and tala.


Indian history and culture
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This 2 page worksheet introduces the topic by looking at a map of India and focusing on the history and culture of the country.  I have also introduced the music by looking at the three main ways in which Indian people listen to music.


Indian History
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An exercise to allow pupils to become more aware of India's history.  Although not musical this exercise is worthwhile to develop historical knowledge, a crucial aspect when looking at any music.  Pupils are given a list of dates and events and have to arrange them into chronological order.


Indian music
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This worksheet introduces Indian Classical music and  the terms raga and tala.  The first sheet gives information and there are questions to answer.  The second sheet focuses on talas and pupils perform a tala and then have to make their own.


Indian Instruments
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A look into the three parts of Indian music - raga, tala and drone and the instruments that play each.  This worksheet gives pictures and detail about the four common instruments, Sitar, Tambura, Tabla and the Sarod.


Indian music
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A fill in the gap exercise to test pupils understanding of Indian music.  This is a straight forward sheet which is good to use as a homework activity.  Extension tasks for further research are included.


Indian music revision
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A good revision sheet to test knowledge and understanding of Indian music and culture.  There are questions followed by a wordsearch to find the answers.  

Links


Indian Musical Instruments

An excellent page giving lots of information about Indian instruments with detailed pictures.  Real Audio Player needed.


Traditional and Classical Indian Music

A text heavy site with some interesting information, although perhaps a little too complicated for year 8 students.  Nevertheless a good page for extra research and detail. 


Indian Instruments

A comprehensive page full of links to information about Indian music and instruments. 


Kula Shaker Web Site

The Official Kula Shaker Web Site with information about the group members and their music.


Kula Shaker

Another site providing information about the Kula Shakers, with links to other useful sites.

On-line quizzes


Indian crossword

A crossword to revise your understanding of Indian music.  It is not very difficult.  Have a go!


Indian Music

A general quiz about many different aspect of Indian music, from history to the different instruments.  Good luck!

 

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Last updated 30 August 2000 .


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