Day 2

THE WESTERN VOCAL session was conducted by Mr  Sothingam Shaiza on 30 May 2023, The students recapitulated the topics they had learned on day 1, and their doubts were clarified. After that, Mr Sothingam Shaiza explained the various dynamics ( loudness and softness) of music. He demonstrated how it could be applied in singing and how much impact it can make on a song. The students were then encouraged to try singing a couple of vocal warm-ups and technical exercises with the various dynamics aligned to them. A medley of 5 different songs was taught and also applied the various dynamics they learned today. Few of the students showcased their talent towards the end. The workshop ended with a brief introduction of the topics to be discussed and the songs to be covered in the next workshop. Mr Sothingam also encouraged them to write a short note on how helpful/beneficial the workshop is for them and read it out in the next session.

 Western Instrumental: BREAKOUT! Was Conducted by Mr Leimi Kashung.There were 15 participants in today’s session. During the session, a few students were asked to choose their favourite songs to lead the whole band. At first, it seemed challenging due to differences of opinions, but they were then explained some of the basic rules and ethics of being part of a band/orchestra- stating the importance of musical communication and a reference point (such as rhythm pattern, tempo, chords progression, etc.) amongst the team members. It concluded having learnt a piece called Come September by Billy Vaughn. Even though a few students were complete beginners, they surely learnt some basic important components of musical instruments.                      

Folk Dance: Mr. Ashok Singh Miral Mayurbhanj Chhau was the teacher who conducted the workshop on Folk Dance In the workshop, first half an hour the students did some warm-up exercises. Then the students were individually asked to show the various dance steps that they had learned on Day 1. Mr Ashok Singh Miral himself danced with the students and taught them how to integrate dance movements with music. Further dance steps like palta, chatta etc were also taught. All the queries that the students had were clarified. The children were extremely enthusiastic and eager to have more such workshops in future. 

Indian Instruments: Mr Salim Kumar and Mr Kuldeep Mishra took the Indian instrumental session of the workshop. They learned Sargam on Harmonium and Sitar and also learned the ‘hope’ song based on life. They were also taught the basic information of the taal, and how to create beats on a clap box. Students are now able to play the clap-box with the song- Aashayein
Indian Vocal–  Mr. Suman Kalyan Sangiri was in charge of the Indian vocal session. Today 2 students were present for Indian Vocal. First half an hour they practiced different alankars with Sudh swar, Komal swar, and Tibra swar. Students then prepared a motivational song using various Taan and Alap.

Day 1

The school organised a three-day summer workshop for Music and Dance, for the students of classes VI-XII from May 29, 2023, to May 31, 2023. The aim is to coach and motivate everyone who has a knack for music and dance with appropriate skills. The workshop is to equip students in the area of Western Vocal, Western Instrumental, Indian Vocal, Indian Instrumental and Folk Dance. The workshop started on 29 May 2023 between 9 AM -11 Am

Western Vocal

The Workshop was held in the school Seminar Room. 14 students attended the workshop. It began with a brief introduction of the topics to be covered. The students were taught the basics of music such as Solfege, Intonation, Rhythm, Breathing Technique, Dynamics and Agility. Various innovative activities were conducted to make it easy for the students to understand the teaching and keep them engaged. The workshop ended with a couple of songs – Fight Song and Titanium. The workshop was conducted by Mr. Sothingam Shaiza and Ms. Kaveri Dhar helped in maintaining the discipline and smooth flow of the workshop.

Western Instrumental: Break out

The Workshop was held in the school AVH. 18 students attended the workshop. The students were made to understand and explore their respective instruments and study their features. It was conducted by Mr Leimi

Indian Instrumental: This Workshop was conducted by Mr Salim Kumar and Mr Kuldeep Mishra and was held in the Music room. 2 students attended the workshop and were taught about the Sargam, Elementary factors of rhythm, Finger movement on Tabla, and different time cycles of Taal. 

Folk Dance: The Workshop was held in the Music room and was conducted by Mr Ashok Singh Miral.13 students attended the workshop. In the first half an hour, the students were made to warm up, stretch and do basic exercises. They were then taught the basic postures of this dance style, including Chowk, Ada, Dharan, and Sadha chali.

Indian Vocal: The Workshop was conducted by Mr Suman Kalyan Sangiri and was held in the Music room. 2 students attended the workshop. The students were taught the basic knowledge of Sudh swar, Komal swar, and Tibra swar. They were also made to do different Alankar practices with Sudh swar, Komal swar, and Tibra swar. 

The students enjoyed the classes and had an enriching learning experience on the first day.