Introduction:
The module aims at providing a glimpse into the challenging world of RTP singing. This workshop will help in a preliminary understanding for students who desire to embark on the journey of mastering the art of RTP singing.
Prerequisites:
This module is for students who are already familiar with Kalpanasvara, Raga alapana and Niraval singing.
No. of sessions: 15 (1 hour/ session)
Class size: Individual
Session 1
- Preparatory exercises for RTP singing; vocal based and tala based exercises with alankaram-s.
Session 2
- Preparatory vocal exercises for RTP singing based on varnam-s.
Session 3
- Revision of tala based exercises with alankaram-s
- Preparatory tala based exercises with varnam-s
Sessions 4, 5, 6 & 7
- Basic knowhow about raga alapana singing
- Learn alapana singing for pallavi – in major and rakti raga-s
Sessions 8, 9, 10 &11
- Basic knowhow about tanam singing
- Learn tanam singing in major and some rakti raga-s like Begada
- Tanam singing in one raga and as ragamalika
Sessions 12,13,14 & 15
- Basic knowhow about pallavi singing
- Learn to sing one chatusra nadai pallavi with niraval and trikalam.
- Learn to sing one tisra nadai pallavi with niraval and trikalam.
