Certificate in Foundation Course - Sugam Sangeet
An immersive program in light and Indian classical music focusing on vocal skills and practical performance.
Part time
12 Months
20,000 INR Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
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Course Overview
The Certificate in Foundation Course Sugam Sangeet is being offered by Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing arts. This Certificate in Foundation Course Sugam Sangeet course is designed for music enthusiasts, beginners and aspiring performers. This Certificate in Foundation Course Sugam Sangeet course emphasizes mastery of vocal techniques and practical performance in Sugam Sangeet. This Certificate in Foundation Course Sugam Sangeet course blends rigorous practice with foundational theoretical knowledge, equipping participants with comprehensive musical skills that can support both artistic performance and further studies in music.
The Highlights
- 1 year duration
- Practical vocal skill development focused on Sugam Sangeet performance.
- Comprehensive approach to Hindustani classical music fundamentals.
- Focus on both light music (ghazals, bhajans, geet) and classical frameworks.
- Emphasis on real performance practice to build confidence.
- Part-time flexible schedule suitable for learners and professionals.
Programme Offerings
- hands-on projects
- Studio Recording Experience
- Guest Faculty Engagements
- Peer Collaboration & Critiques
- Networking opportunities
- Practice sessions
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
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| yes | Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts, Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai |
The fees for this Certificate in Foundation Course Sugam Sangeet course is:
Fees components | Amount |
Application form fees | Rs. 200 |
Course fees | Rs. 20,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in this Certificate in Foundation Course Sugam Sangeet course the participants need to have passed high school. There is no age limit for this Certificate in Foundation Course Sugam Sangeet course.
What you will learn
In this Certificate in Foundation Course Sugam Sangeet course the participants will develop a deep understanding of vocal music foundations that serve both light and classical genres. Through systematic instruction, students enhance vocal quality, breath control, and voice modulation techniques essential for expressive singing. The curriculum introduces key elements of Hindustani classical music that underpin Sugam Sangeet, helping learners recognize the structural role of ragas and taal in shaping melody and rhythm. Students explore the emotional and technical dimensions of selected ragas like Yaman, Bhupali, Khamaj, and Bhairavi, and gain practical experience presenting compositions rooted in these frameworks.
Who it is for
The target audience for this Certificate in Foundation Course Sugam Sangeet course includes:
Admission Details
Follow these easy steps and apply today !
Step 1: Register Yourself
Step 2: Verify Email
Step 3: Fill Application Form Online http://admission.somaiya.edu
Step 4: Appear for Entrance Test And/OR Interview
Step 5: Provisional Admission - Selected candidates receive an offer letter
Step 6: Document Verification
Step 7: Confirm Admission - Provisional admission is confirmed on the basis of payment of the seat acceptance fee, subject to document verification.
The Syllabus
- Importance of Swar, Taal and Laya Alankar (Saptak/Scale)
- That classification (According to V.N.Bhatkhande)
- Taal (Dadra, Keherva, Teentaal)
- Aaroh, Avroh,Pakad
- That as per Raga selection
- Swar of the Raga (Vaadi, Samvaadi, Vikrut and Varjit swar)
- Samay (Time) of Raga
- Song based on Raga
- Aaroh, Avroh,Pakad
- That as per Raga selection
- Swar of the Raga (Vaadi, Samvaadi, Vikrut and Varjit swar)
- Samay (Time) of Raga
- Song based on Raga
- Bandish (Chota Khyaal, Madhya and Drut Laya)
- ugam Sangeet Songs based on Raga
- Yaman, Bihag ,Bhupali and Bhimpalasi
- Raga Khamaj, Kafi, Des and Bhairavi
- Songs based on the Raga Yaman and Bihag
- Songs based on the Raga Bhupali and Bhimpalasi
- Songs based on the Raga Khamaj and Kafi
- Songs based on the Raga Des and Bhairavi
Maya Somaiya School of Music and Performing Arts, Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
The duration of this Certificate in Foundation Course Sugam Sangeet course is one year.
No prior experience in music is mandatory.
The participants will gain vocal proficiency, understanding of ragas and tala, and performance readiness in light music forms.
Assessment is based on continuous performance evaluations and practical demonstrations.
Yes, it provides foundational training that can support roles such as performer, music educator, or music event facilitator.