Gwalior has been an important Centre of Performing and fine arts for centuries. It is specially known for its classical music which produced a number of Music wizards. Tansen is one of them. `Gwalior Gharana' in the field of classical music is well known for its "Dhrupad" and `Papa" gyaiki. Our rich cultural heritage needs protection and patronage. Besides, facilities of proper education, training and research in the field of performing arts are also required to be provided. Universities can play a positive role in this direction.

In the light of above, it is felt that such course be started in the Jiwaji University. It is envisaged that such courses will rejuvenate our rich cultural heritage.

1. Programmes Offered :

(A) Master in Music
(B) Master in Dance
(C) Diploma in Music
(D) Diploma in Dance
(a,b) Courses : Master in Music/Dance/(M.Mus./M.Dance)

2. Duration Tow year four semester, full time programme

3. Eligibility The minimum qualification for the admission to the first semester of the course (music and dance) shall be:

(a) Bachelor's degree in Music/Dance (as the case may be with minimum 50% of aggregate marks from any recognised Center of Music/Dance.

(b) The admission will be done strictly on the basis of merit.

4. Examination

The examinations will be conducted on the semester pattern. Thee will four semesters in all. Two Theory Papers of 100 marks each and two practicals of 100 marks each (in music and dance both) will be held in each semester.

There will be a provision of internal assessment also.

A candidate has to obtain at least 30% marks in each paper of every course, viz, Music and Dance.

5. Total number of seat : 10 (each Music and Dance)

Diploma in Indian Classical Music/Dance

1. Duration :

Three years-six semesters, full time programme

2. Eligibility :

The minimum qualification for the admission to the first semester of the courses (music and dance) shall be:

(a) Xth Board Examination with minimum 50% of aggregate marks.
(b) Diploma in Music/Dance from the Indira-Kala-Sangeet Vishwavidalaya, Khairgarh (Chhattisgarh) or any such centre recognised by the UGC.
(c) The admission will be done strictly on the basis of merit.

3. Examination

The examinations will be conducted on the semester pattern. There will be six semester in all. Two theory papers of 150 marks each and one practical examination of 100 marks (in both music as well as in dance) will be held in each semester.

There will be provision of internal assessment also.

A candidate has to obtain at least 30% marks in each paper of every course, viz, Music and Dance.

4. Total number of seat : 10 (each in Music and Dance)

5. Examination pattern (Diploma in Music)

First Semester Classical Music part -I 150 Classical Music part II 150 Practical 100		Second Semester Introduction of Ragas 150 Indian Classical Music Vocal 150 Practical 100
Third Semester Indian Classical Music - Instrumental 150 Major Musical Gharanas 150 Practical 100		Fourth Semester Major Ragas Part -I 150 Major Ragas Part - II 150 Practical 100
Fifth Semester Vocal Classical Music 150 History of Classical Music 150 Practical 100		Sixth Semester Style (Gayiki) of Important singers and Instrumentalists 150 Dissertation 150

Examination Pattern (Diploma in Dance)

First Semester History of Dance 150 Classical Dance 150 Practical 100		Second Semester Kathak Dance 150 Dance and Music 150 Practical 100
Third Semester Greeva & Drishtibhed 150 Dramatics & Acting 150 Practical 100		Fourth Semester Bharatnatyam 150 Manipuri & Oddissi Dance 150 Practical 100
Fifth Semester Other Dances of South India 150 Folk Dances : Part -I 150 Practical 100		Sixth Semester Folk Dances : Part - II 150 Dissertation 150