Rhythm and Melody: Indian Music · Music Theory

Classification of Musical Instruments

Studying the four categories of Indian instruments: Tat, Avanaddh, Sushir, and Ghan.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the physical construction of an instrument dictate its unique timbre?
  2. 2What role does the accompaniment play in supporting a solo vocalist?
  3. 3How have modern materials changed the sound of traditional instruments?

CBSE Learning Outcomes

CBSE: Classification of Musical Instruments - Class 8
Class: Class 8
Subject: Fine Arts
Unit: Rhythm and Melody: Indian Music
Period: Music Theory

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