Online Music Lessons FREE Online Music Carnatic Lessons Question and Answers 2

Question 1

Which of the following is the foundational vocal exercise in Carnatic music that introduces the basic swaras?

Accepted Answer

Sarali Varisai

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Geethams

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Kritis

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Thillanas

Question 2

In Carnatic music, what does the term 'Gamaka' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Ornamental oscillations applied to notes

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The rhythmic cycle of a composition

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A type of devotional song

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The drone instrument used in practice

Question 3

How many basic Melakartha ragas exist in the Carnatic music system?

Accepted Answer

72

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36

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48

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108

Question 4

What is the role of the 'Shruti box' or Tanpura in an online Carnatic music lesson?

Accepted Answer

To provide a continuous drone for pitch reference

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To keep the rhythmic cycle

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To amplify the student's voice

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To record the lesson for playback

Question 5

Which compositional form in Carnatic music is typically the first structured piece a student learns after basic exercises?

Accepted Answer

Geetham

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Kriti

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Varnam

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Padam

Question 6

What does 'Tala' represent in Carnatic music practice?

Accepted Answer

The rhythmic cycle governing the time structure of a composition

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The melodic framework of a raga

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The pitch of the base note

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The tempo at which a song is performed