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ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Syllabus for Vocal First Grade (Minimum age to sit for exam - 7 years) Practical examination only All lessons to be practised in Mayamalavagowla raagam. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Swara Varisai Jantai Varisai Upper Hechchu Staayi Varisai Thakku Staayi Varisai Thaaddu Varisai Saptha Taala Alankarams 15 6 4 4 2 7 (See Note 1 of Notes on Syllabus) 1-6 to be practised in 3 Kaalams i.e. in 3 degrees of speed 7. Thevaram 1 Theory: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Names of the seven swaras (saptha swaras). Names of the twelve swara-staanams. Definitions of Musical terms - Aarohanam, Avarohanam, Sruthi, Swaram, Staayi, Swaraavali, Akshara-kaalams, Jantai Varisai, Alankaram. Definitions of Taalam, Tala-Angams, Lagu, Drutham, Anudrutham. Names of the Sapta-Taalams with their respective Angams and Symbols. NOTE: At the practical exam students should submit a list of musical pieces learnt or covered for the grade. 1 Ananda-bhairavi. Mayamalavagowla. Hamsadhwani. NOTES: 1. Avarohanam. Geetam .namely.8 years) Practical: 1. 3. Kaalam (only 3 kaala speed) or degree of speed signs. semi-colon). Drutam. Saveri.ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Syllabus for Vocal Second Grade (Minimum age to sit for exam . All students sitting for the practical exams should submit a list of all musical pieces learnt / covered for the grade and for the previous grade. 2. Suddha-saveri. Thevaaram 2 (Sri Thiagarajah) 1 3 (should not be repetition of previous grade) Theory: 1. 2. Tara). Divya-nama Kirtanas 4. students will have to sing or play on the instrument a musical piece chosen by the examiner(s) from the lists submitted by the student. 2 .Lagu. Kambhoji. At the practical exam. Telugu. tala angam (lagu symbols) and symbols used for gamakams. 2. 3. Harikambhoji. Staayi symbols (only 3 staayi ie Mandra. 4. Sapta taalams and the scheme of 35 taalams using 5 jaatis in Lagu. Triangam . 5. Bowli. Avartam endings. Vasantha. Numerical signs in (jaati). Swarastaanas taken by raagams handled in the practical lessons and their Aarohanam. Shankarabharanam. Matya. Taala anga divisions. Akshara-kaala signs (comma. Sankeertana (Sri Annamachari) or Devar Nama (Sri Purandaradasar) 5. Previous Grade’s syllabus should be covered when sitting for this grade. Definition of signs and symbols used in notation .signs and definitions. Khamas.in two kaalams 6 (in Tamil. Kannada and Sanskrit) To be practised in the following Raagams: Malahari. Madhyamavati. Mohanam. Anudrutam . Kalyani. Lakshanam of Geetam with the names of composers. 3. Aabohi. Kalyani. Jathiswaram 1 (see Note 2a of Notes on Syllabus) To be practised in the following Raagams: Bilahari. 6. Sight singing should be done in vocal (for instrumental as well). The three types of Vakra raagams with examples. At the practical exam. Ancient raagam. Varjam (audava-shadava-sampoorna). 4. Previous Grades’ syllabuses should be covered when sitting for this grade. Auspicious raagam.ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Syllabus for Vocal Third Grade (Minimum age to sit for exam . Melakarta raagam. 3. 2. Lakshana Geetham or Suladi 1 Taana Varnam 2 (in two speeds) Krithi or Keerthana 3 (see Note 3 of Notes on Syllabus) Swara-jati 1 Thevarams 3 (should not be repetition of previous grades) Puranam 1 Thirupugazh 2 Sight singing: in the Aarohanam-Avarohanam of the following Raagams: Mayamalavagowla. Shankarabharanam. 4. students will have to sing or play on the instrument a musical piece chosen by the examiner(s) from the lists submitted by the student. 7.Structure and the art of handling of these Vaadyams (Instruments). Mohanam. Jathiswaram and Varnam. Definitions of Musical terms: Graham or Eduppu: Samam . 8.their life-history and their contributions to Carnatic music. 3. All students sitting for the practical exams should submit a list of all musical pieces learnt or covered for the grade and for the previous grades. 3. Hamsadhwani. Know names of past & present vidwaans. Theory: 1. Definitions of Musical terms: Ragam. Tri-sthayi raagam. Mayamalavagowla. Sapta taalams and the scheme of 35 taalams using 5 jaatis in Lagu. 5. 7. Raaga Lakshanam for the following Raagas: Mohanam. Janya-raagam and its varieties (the eight kinds of varja raagams with examples). 6. 8. Definition of the following Raagams: Janaka-raagam.Atheetham. Ananda-bhairavi. Kalyani. NOTES: 1. Musical Instruments: Thambura & Mirudhangam . 2. 3 . Shankarabharanam and Hamsadhwani. 4. Kalyani. Upangabhashangam. Descriptions (Lakshanam) of Swara-jati.10 years) Practical: 1. 5.Anaakatam . 2. Vaageyakaras or Composers: Purantara Dasar & Muthu Thandavar . Mayamalavagowla.Structure and the art of handling of these Vaadyams. Bilahari. Thirupugazh 2 (1 new and 1 previous) 6. Pantuvarali (Kamavardani). Bilahari. Tuning of these instruments and use of these instruments in Carnatic Music. Aarabhi.Names of chakras. Vaageyakaras or Composers: Gopalakrishna Bharati & Sri Thyagaraja . Nishadhandya . 3.Panchamandhya. Theory: 1. Previous Grades’ syllabuses should be covered when sitting for this grade. Definition of these janya raagas with suitable examples.Dhaivadhandya . Varnam in Adi Taalam (in two speeds) 3 (1 previous. Kalyani. Thevarams 2 (1 new and 1 previous) 5. 2. Sight singing should be done in vocal (for instrumental as well). NOTES: 1. Scheme of 72 Melakartas . Subramaniya Bharatiyar Songs 2 7. 1 Navaraagamalika) 2. Shankarabharanam. Suddha Saveri. Sight singing: Simple sancharams set to Adi or Rupaka Taalams in the following Raagams: Aabohi. 3. Practising to write Varnam with notations (swara and sahitya). 6. Sri Ranjani. 4 .their life-history and their contributions to Carnatic music. 4. At the practical exam. Anandabhairavi and Keervani. Janya raagas: Bhashanga . Musical instruments: Violin & Flute . Aabohi. 5. All students sitting for the practical exams should submit a list of all musical pieces learnt or covered for the grade and for the previous grades. Raaga Lakshanam for the following Raagas: Harikambhoji. Kriti or Keerthana 4 (see Note 4a of Notes on Syllabus) 4.ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Syllabus for Vocal Diploma – Year 1 (former Grade 4) (Minimum age to sit for exam 12 years) Practical: 1. Kambhoji. students will have to sing or play on the instrument a musical piece chosen by the examiner(s) from the list submitted by the student. 4. the allocation of the swara mnemonics in the chakras. 1 new. 2. Mohanam. Know names of past & present vidwaans.upanga. Varnam in Ata Taalam (in two speeds) 1 3. Vasantha. Kanada. Bhoopalam. Musical Terms: Sarvakalika Ragam. Tillana. Ashtapadhi. Previous Grades’ syllabuses should be covered when sitting for this grade. students will have to sing or play on the instrument a musical piece chosen by the examiner(s) from the list submitted by the student. Raagamalika. Know names of past & present vidwaans. Shyama Sastri & Arunachala Kavirayar . Amsa. All students sitting for the practical exams should submit a list of all musical pieces learnt or covered for the grade and for the previous grades. Details of the Ragas. Simhendramadhyamam. Kalpita Sangeetham. Theory: 1. Hindolam. Kamas. 4. 5. Musical Forms: Kriti. At the practical exam. Prepare and submit a scrapbook at the exam. Kampita swaram. 6. Nava Varnam or Navagraha Kriti by Muthuswami Dikshitar 1 6. Sight singing: in the following Raagas: Harikambhoji. Karaharapriya. Sri. Taana Varnam in any other Taalam (other than Adi or Ata) 1 (should not be repetition of previous grades) 3. Student should be able to tune their Sruthi box. Raaga Lakshanam for the following Raagas: Bhairavi. Shanmugapriya and Neelambari. Jaawali (structure & use) 3. The scheme of 72 Melakartas. Ghatam & Kanjira . Musical instruments: Veena.ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Syllabus for Vocal Diploma – Year 2 (Former Grade 5) (Minimum age to sit for exam 13 years) Practical: 1. Definitions of : Raaga-chaya swarams. Taana Varnam (Ata Talam) 2 (should not be repetition of previous grade) 2. Swara-jati by Shyama Sastri 1 5. Swara mnemonics and mela mnemonics (Pa. Nyasa swarams. 2. Kalpana Sangeetham (Manodharma Sangeetham) . Sight singing should be done in vocal (for instrumental as well). Names of Ragas contained in each chakra. Madyama kaala Kriti/Keerthana 2 (should not be repetition of previous grades) (see Note 5a of Notes on syllabus) 4. Keerthana. Marks will be allocated for the scrapbook 5 . Jeeva.their life-history and their contributions to Carnatic music. Bhuta-sankhyai. Tuning of these instruments and use of these instruments in Carnatic Music.Structure and the art of handling of these Vaadyams. 5. Vaageyakaras or Composers: Muthuswami Dhikshitar. Pantuvarali. 3. 6. Thodi. (see Note 5c of Notes on syllabus) 2. Simhendramadhyamam. Ashtapadhi by Jayadevar or Jawali or Tarangam 1 (see Note 5b on Notes) 8. Dhanyasi. Vasanta. Chauka kaala Kriti/Keerthana 1 7. etc. Surati.) NOTES: Please also read the Notes on Syllabus at the beginning 1. 4.Definition with examples. Hindolam. 5. 4. Amsa Swaram. At the practical exam. Latangi. Dharmavati. All students sitting for the practical exams should submit a list of all musical pieces learnt or covered for the grade and for the previous grades. Gamakas . Varieties in Tanam. Vaageyakaras or Composers: Papanasam Sivan. Swati Thirunal Maharajah & Arunagiri Nathar . Raaga Lakshanam for the following Raagas: Naattai. 9. Dharbar.types and applications – (dasavida gamakas). 6 . Karaharapriya. Mukhari. 4. Know names of past & present vidwaans. students will have to sing or play on the instrument a musical piece chosen by the examiner(s) from the list submitted by the student.Structure and the art of handling of these Vaadyams. 10. Sight singing should be done in vocal (for instrumental as well). Previous Grades’ syllabuses should be covered when sitting for this grade. 6. Methods in Niraval. 2.) 2. 7. (Sitar & Mandolin – both optional) . 3. Musical Terms of previous grades (1 to 5) should be revised (ie. 6. Atana. A short Raaga Aalapana of any Raaga chosen by the candidate from Grades 3-Diploma syllabi. 8. 6. (e. Musical instruments: Nagasuram & Thavil. Methods of developing Kalpana swaras. Gowlai. Reetigowlai. Student should be able to tune their Sruthi box. 7. 9.) 8. Saranga and Nattakurinji. 10.their life-history and their contributions to Carnatic music. 1. Chakravakam. Sahaana. etc.ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Syllabus for Vocal Diploma (Former Sixth Grade) (Minimum age to sit for exam 14 years) Practical: Ata Tala Varnam 3 (includes 1 new Varnam) Panchartna Kriti 1 (Sri Tyagarajah) Kriti/Keethana 5 (see Note 6a of Notes on Syllabus) Raagamalika 1 (see Note 6b of Notes on Syllabus) Padam 1 Thillana 1 Pada Varnam 1 Thirupugazh 1 Raaga Aalapana. Brief knowledge of Pannisai. Prepare and submit a scrap book at the exam. Short life history of the Naalvar (Thevara composers). (The use of Swarastaana-graphs are essential in Raaga Lakshanam. 3. Arumpada Vilakkam) NOTES: Please also read the Notes on Syllabus at the beginning 1. Mudras of 10 composers (mostly from composers in all 6 grade syllabi) 11. Raaga Aalapana . 5. Jeeva Swaram. Niraval and Kalpana swaras for any Chauka kaala Kriti / Keerthana.g. 5. Saaveri. Students should be able to handle these sections on their own. 4. Marks will be allocated for the scrap book. Theory: 1.types and descriptions in detail. 3. 2. Nyasa Swaram. Begada. 15.C. 20.ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Syllabus for Vocal & Instrumental Final year leading to Music Teacher’s Diploma in Carnatic Music (Former Grade 7) (Minimum age to sit for exam 16 years . 2. Vocal students should take an instrument as subsidiary subject and vice versa. 8.After completion of G. 6. 24. Hi-Fi System. 28. Video Recorder.S. 19. 3. 10. Television. etc. Bharatha Natyam or Mrudhangam also can be taken as subsidiary subject. 22. 16. 9. (continued on next page) 7 .E or equivalent exam) NOTE: Students should sit for main course and a subsidiary subject. 21. Radio. 18. 11. 7. 13. 17. 4. 12. Music & Temples Graha bhedam 2 Hindustani composers (contemporary) Pallavi Traditions in Music Short notes on Audio-Visual Equipments for the propagation of Carnatic Music: Gramaphone.A composition on pieces in any one of the following 3 languages: Tamil. 25. Theory: 1. Panchadasa Gamakas Raagas Kacheri dharmas Raaga classification 22 Sruthis Musical forms Manodharma Sangeetham History of Indian Music Contemporary Music Comparison between Eastern & Western Music Early experiments in Music Origins of scales and Raagas Murchanakara Melakarthas The evolution of finger techniques in Indian instruments Mudhras in Music Musical Therapy The influence of Music on Health Brindhagaanam Iconography Raaga & Emotion Music & Mathematics Appreciation . Computer. CD Player & Recorder. 5. 23. 14. 26. 27. Tape Recorder. Telugu & Sanskrit. niraval & kalpana swarams Folk Songs (chinthu) 1 1 Semi-classical songs 1 1 Raagam-Taanam-Pallavi : Rendering a Pallavi in the traditional style. Instrumental Musical pieces: Chauka kaala kriti or keertana with not less than 2 2 five sangatis Pancharatna Kritis (Sri Thyagarajah) 2 2 Madyama kaala kriti or keerthana with more than 2 1 five sangatis . NOTES: 1.Sen Short notes on all composers covered in previous grades Practical: Vocal 1. 3.Music Teacher’s Diploma (contd. Niraval & Kalpana Swarams. 4. Student should be able to tune a given Tambura and Violin or Veena and Flute 2. 3. 5. 2.their life-history and their contributions to Carnatic music: Annamacharya Ganam Krishnaiyer Jayadevar Kshetragna Maha Vaidhyanatha Iyer Contemporary Composers: Mayuram Visvantha Sastri Oothukkaadu Venkata Subbaiyer Muthiah Bhagavathar Mysore Vasudevachariyar Pattnam Subramaniya Iyer Ramaswamy Sivan Tanjore Quartet Tan.) Raaga aalapana of at least three (3) major Raagas and three (3) minor Raagas should be practised. At the practical exam. Raagams found in the syllabuses from Grade 2 to Grade 6 should be revised and could be used in the practical exam. 6. Raaga Aalapana.) Vaageyakaras or Composers . students will have to sing or play on the instrument musical pieces chosen by the examiner(s) from the list submitted by the student. (Candidates should be able to sing kalpana swarams to two (2) Raagas given by the examiners. (continued on next page) 8 . All students sitting for the practical exams should submit a list of all musical pieces learnt or covered for the grade and for the previous grades. Taanam and Pallavi in Tri kaala with Tisram.raaga aalapana. South Indian Music (Book 6) .Chapters 5 to 12. Keerthana or Thevaram to a student or students. Musicians by Prof. 11.Chapters 3. on a Geetam. 6. Prepare and submit a scrap book at the exam.) 4. P Sambamurthy Great Composers by Prof. Previous Grades’ syllabuses should be covered when sitting for this grade. P Sambamurthy Pictures of famous Composers. History of Indian Music by Prof. Sight singing should be done in vocal and on instrument. P Sambamurthy Great Musicians by Prof. P Sambamurthy Other publications by Prof. P Sambamurthy Dictionary of South Indian Music (3 Volumes) by Prof. 16. S Bhagyalekshmy Sri Thyagaraja Swamy Charitham by P K Moorthy Bharathiya Isai Iyal Payirchchi Nool by Dr S V Leela Muthuswamy Dikshitarin Varalaaru Isai Iyal by Tanjore Ponniah Pillai (Annamalai University Publication) Keerthana Maalai (2 Volumes) by Papanasam Sivan Studies in Indian Music by T V Subba Rao Sri Subramaniya Baharathiyar songs Kalaik Kalanjiyam Thennaka Isai Iyal by Dr S S Sellaturai Sangeetha Saasthiram by K Velayuthapillai Vaageyakararkalin Sarithiram by Sundharam Iyer Karnamirtha Saagaram by Abraham Pandithar Thamizhisaith Theebam by Satchithananthan Sri Kantha Sangeetha Saaram by R V Krishnan (3 Volumes) 9 . Recommended Reading: South Indian Music (Books 1 to 6) by Prof. 16. Marks will be allocated for the scrap book.Books 1-3 by Prof.Chapters 1 to 6 & 10 to 15. 15 & 16. Books to read and understand: South Indian Music (Book 4) – Chapters 1 – 8. 5. If the Examinee cannot provide the students he or she should inform the Academy in advance and the Academy will provide the students. P Sambamurthy (Books in Tamil): Keerthana Sagaram Karnataka Sangeetham (Books 1-3) Sri A S Panchapakesaiyer’s Books: Ganamrutha Bodhini Karnataka Sangeetha Saastiram Sangeetha Santhirikai by Manikka Mudaliyar.) NOTES (contd. These students to be provided by the examinee. 5.18. Conduct a model lesson: Examinee will be requested to conduct a practical lesson at the exam.Chapters 1 to 8. P Sambamurthy . 12.Music Teacher’s Diploma (contd. South Indian Music (Book 5) . 7. 15. South Indian Music (Book 4) . P Sambamurthy A practical Course in Carnatic Music . Ragas in Carnatic Music by Dr. P Sambamurthy Aids to the Teaching of Music by Prof. 15. Selam. 5. Kotteswara Aiyer. marks to be given in “Presentation” for posture and pronunciation. c. Graphs of arohanam – avarohanam of different raagams Graphs on alankarams in different Janaka and Janya raagams d. Kotteswara Aiyer and Sri Thyagaraja b.. S . Grade 3 Kritis and Kirtanas: To be taught in Adi and Rupaka Taalams. . 4. Janya should be explained while teaching. Telugu and Sanskrit languages. Papanasam Sivan. dnsr sndp ……. Kritis and Keerthanas: Compositions of Muthu Thandavar. Mysore Vasudevachariar. Papanasam Sivan. Theory knowledge of Grade 1 syllabus will be orally examined by the Team Leader of the examination panel. Jathiswaram / Swarajati : New pieces should be taught chosen from wider range available b. Gopalakrishna Bharati. Grade 1 Swara Varisai should include 4 Hechchu Staayi Varisai Swara Varisai minimum 5 should be learnt in 3 speeds . c. . Srgmpdns S . Muthuswamy Dikshitar. Vakra definitions and other names like Janaka. Diploma Year 2 (Formerly Grades 5) a. Sampurnam. Tarangam is composed by Narayana Theerthar Graphs: The use of Swarastaana-graphs is essential in Raaga Lakshanam. Only simple explanation is required. . Kritis and Keerthanas: Compositions of Gopalakrishna Bharati. Kritis and Kirtanas could be taught in Raagas chosen from the Grade’s Raaga Lakshana list and also in any other Raagas. . 2. Music pieces should be in Tamil. . eg. Tanjore Quartet & Swati Tirunal. Diploma Year 1 (Formerly Grade 4) a.ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Notes on Syllabus for Vocal 1. Sri Thyagaraja. Continued on next page . Grade 2 a. Teachers should make it a practice to teach the student to sing the ArohanaAvarohanam of the ragas given in the sight singing. (a short raga Alapana and kalpana swarams for a Madyama kala kriti or keerthana chosen by the student) b. 3. Terms like Varja. Diploma Year 1 to Music Teacher’s Diploma (Former Grades 4 to 7) At the Practical Exams. reviews and pictures. comments on articles. b. Arunachala Kavirayar. Saraswathy Packiarajah Tel: +44-208-577 3588 . Kritis and Keerthanas should not have less than 4 sangatis each. Ponniah Pillai.ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Notes on Syllabus for Vocal (contd. Harikesa Nallur Muthiah Bagavathar.their observations.wherever possible . Theory Question Papers will be set as follows: Grades 2 Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions 80% Part 2: Detailed Essay type Questions 20% Grades 3 and Diploma Year 1 Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions 60% Part 2: Detailed Essay type Questions 40% Diploma Year 2 and Diploma Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions 50% Part 2: Detailed Essay type Questions 50% Any Queries and Questions on this syllabus should be discussed with Academy’s Chief Examiner. Telugu.) 5. Kritis and Keerthanas: Madyama & Chauka kala Compositions of all the composers mentioned in previous grades. Preparing and submitting journals (scrapbooks) for grades Diploma Year 2 to Diploma: Students should endeavour to write in their own handwriting . Diploma Year 2 (Formerly Grades 5) (contd. Teachers should make it a practice to teach the student to sing the ArohanaAvarohanam of the ragas given in the sight singing. Team leaders of the examination panel will sign and date the journal (scrapbook) at the end – each time it is submitted. Oothukadu Venkata Subbiyer and other composers. f. Kannada and Sanskrit compositions (including Bhavayami Raguramam by Swathi Thirunaal Maharajah.) 7. Diploma (Former Grade 6) a. Raagamalika: Tamil.) e. 6. Smt. Seetaramiah etc. Shyama Sastri. NB: The “corresponding grades” are not necessarily the same number grades. to be held after the Theory exam.Visual Examination for Diploma Year 2 and Diploma (Former Grade 5 & 6): There will be a half an hour Audio-Visual examination.when they sit for another subject. A student appearing for the Academy’s examinations for the first time or without previous qualifications from other examination boards can be considered for exemptions from the first two grades only (and if they are more than 10 years old by July in the year of examination the student proposes to sit). This is applicable to all grades from grades 2 to Diploma (Former Grade 6). Rules for Exemptions: A. Students who have already sat for either Vocal or Instrumental examinations at Diploma Year 2 and Diploma will have to re-sit the Audio-Visual exams after 3 years have lapsed . until further revisions. Audio. Audio-Visual marks will be awarded as a bonus only to candidates who pass the Theory exam. A student of other examination boards can be exempted from any grades of the Academy of Fine Arts (London) examinations provided they have passed the corresponding grades of the other examination boards and have covered the Academy syllabus. but with lower grades of North Ceylon Oriental Music Society (NCOMS).ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC NOTES FOR EXAM APPLICATIONS New Syllabus: The attached revised syllabus should be used from examinations to be held in and after April 2011 examinations. Theory Exams: There will be written theory examinations from Grades 2 to Music Teacher’s Diploma. The Academy’s grades correspond with higher grades of some examination boards. B. Continued on next page . Students who have already sat for either Vocal or Instrumental examinations will have to re-sit the Theory exams after 3 years have elapsed when they sit for another subject. Students who possess qualified certificates for Grades 1 to 5 from NCOMS will be allowed to take the Academy’s next appropriate Grade Exam. This will take effect from October 2010. To sit for September / October theory exams the student should be referred in one of the Vocal & Instrumental theory paper. students should pass the Academy’s Music Teacher’s Diploma (Former Grade 7) examinations. Diploma (Former Grade 6) Effective from 2010 April/May exams students who pass Grade 6 will be issued a Diploma Certificate. This certificate will neither qualify in any way as Academy’s Music Teacher’s Diploma (Former Grade 7) Diploma nor will it be recognised as a Diploma by University of Madras for further studies. In order to qualify as Diploma holder for further studies in University of Madras. ie. Any Queries and Questions on this Examination Notes should be discussed with Academy’s Chief Examiner. This theory exam will not be applicable for students who are sitting theory exams for the first time in their respective grades. Smt. Saraswathy Packiarajah Tel: +44-208-577 3588 or Academy’s Board Chairman Dr Ratnam Niththyananthan Tel: +44-208-904 3937 .) September / October Exams To help referred students to pass theory exams there will be a Theory exam held in September / October of each year for Grades 2 to 6.ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Notes for Exam Applications (contd. . or stored in a database or retrieval [email protected] OF FINE ARTS (LONDON) PUBLIC EXAMINATION in CARNATIC MUSIC Vocal Examinations Grade 1 to 7 Syllabus Effective from April 2012 Exams The Academy’s Music Teacher’s Diploma is recognised by The University of Madras for further studies Web page: http://www.com Email: Academyof. without prior permission of the Academy.com 179 Norval Road North Wembley Middlesex HA0 3SX Tel: 0208-904 3937 Fax: 0208-904 5939 This syllabus supersedes all previous versions © Copyright reserved No part of this syllabus may be used or reproduced in any form or by any means.aofaonline.