Music Examination in India

Everyone enjoys the sound of music. Many sing or play an instrument on their own. For centuries, people have passed the knowledge of music to the next generation. In a diverse cultural country like India, there is a thriving culture of Indian classical and traditional music. Since the opening up of the Indian economy in 1991, the interest in Western music has been on a constant rise. Many children and adults are learning Piano, Keyboard, Guitar, Drum Kit, Violin, and Western Singing. Bollywood singing has become extremely popular, not only in India but across the globe. Candidates and parents also look forward to proper certification and evaluation. Music examination in India has become quite popular, and the demand for authentic certification will increase with the implementation of the new national education policy. Some music examinations board focuses on evaluating Indian music, like Prayag Sangeet Samity, Pracheen Kala Kendra, etc. Being a British Colony for over two centuries, boards based in England, like Trinity College London, ABRSM, LCM, and Rockschool, are popular amongst a class of citizens. Currently, boards from other countries do not operate in India. Boards from England operate according to their terms and conditions and fail to address the aspiring Indian. They also lack the understanding and requirements of Indian music students. Candidates had to take these examinations as there was no alternative. With India’s digital prowess, now there is an alternative that Indians are enjoying. Musicea Arts and Culture Council is the first international board that offers diplomas for both Western and Indian music. Musicea Arts and Culture Council cater to aspiring teachers and students who want an international certification with Indian values.

Musicea empowers the teacher and candidate to explore the endless possibilities of music available, breaking away from the traditional fixed book for examination concept. Music examination in India is becoming very popular. It is complex to serve the diverse requirements of Indian teachers and students from different states. The requirements of Eastern India are different from those of Southern India. One needs to understand that a particular book for the examination restricts learning and a student misses out on many points. Teachers should adopt a holistic approach while delivering music lessons. There are plenty of excellent study materials available in the market. A teacher should diligently use different resources to make his lessons sequential, and interesting while adding more value. Music examination solely cannot cover the art of learning.  Examinations provide a structure and set a target. Graded music education helps a candidate to progress sequentially. The best approach a teacher may adopt is to prepare candidates for examinations and offer them additional study materials.