Learning Objectives

• Participate willingly in the final performance with confidence and collaborative spirit.
• Play an active role in the planning of a performance, including choosing the repertoire.
• Prepare enthusiastically for the performance through practice and rehearsal.
• Maintain a journal throughout the preparation period.

Summative Assessment Notes

Examples of Summative Assessment

• Individual Assessments:
  • Student is asked to choose and present a song on a given theme.
  • Student is asked to create a story and embellish it with sound and music.
  • Student is asked to present a simple classical composition, along with arohana and avarohana and while keeping tala.
• Group Assessments:
  • The class prepares for a performance, including planning the repertoire, promoting the event, and other aspects of event planning.
  • The class presents a performance incorporating songs learnt through the year.

Criteria for Summative Assessment

• Individual Criteria:
  • Ability to choose appropriately and sing fluently in pitch and rhythm.
  • Creativity, expression, musical choices, overall presentation.
  • Ability to sing the correct notes of the raga and with the correct tala.
• Group Criteria:
  • Creative ideas, coordination, teamwork, and enthusiasm.

Performance Preparation Activities

1. Designing the Stage:
   • Consider how to design the stage relevant to your theme.
   • Determine if lights and sound equipment are required.
   • Plan the use of performance space effectively.
   • Decide on props and whether an anchor is needed to engage the audience.
   • Plan advertising strategies for the performance.
2. Rehearsal and Feedback:
   • Perform for a teacher or friend and seek feedback to enhance strengths and work on weaknesses.
   • Create a practice plan based on received feedback.
   • Use learned elements such as singing in parts or using body percussion.
   • For instrumentalists, focus on dynamics and knowing when to lead or support.

Example Song for Performance

• Swagatham Shubha Swagatham
  • Lyrics include:
    • Swagatham shubha swagatham
    • Atha swagatham, shubha swagatham
    • Anand mangala mangalam (x2)
    • Nitha priyam bharatha bharatham
  • This song was sung at the inauguration ceremony of the 1982 Asian Games in New Delhi, composed by Pandit Ravi Shankar.

Common Mistakes and Exam Tips

Common Pitfalls

• Lack of Preparation: Failing to rehearse adequately can lead to poor performance quality.
• Ignoring Feedback: Not seeking or disregarding feedback from peers or teachers can hinder improvement.
• Poor Coordination: In group performances, lack of teamwork and coordination can result in a disjointed presentation.
• Neglecting Stage Design: Failing to consider the relevance of stage design to the theme can detract from the overall impact of the performance.
• Overlooking Audience Engagement: Not planning how to engage the audience can lead to a less memorable performance.

Tips for Success

• Practice Together: Ensure all group members rehearse together to build synergy and timing.
• Create a Detailed Plan: Outline every aspect of the performance, including stage setup, props, and audience interaction.
• Use Feedback Constructively: Perform for a teacher or friend and use their feedback to refine your performance.
• Incorporate Creative Elements: Think of unique ways to present your performance, such as using props or visual aids.
• Promote Effectively: Use social media and eye-catching posters to advertise your performance and attract an audience.