Department Of Music

The Department of Music (Instrumental) was established in the year 2017 with the objective of promoting Indian classical music and developing artistic skills among students. The department offers undergraduate programmes in Instrumental Music and provides comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge of Indian Classical Music.
For first-year students, the department follows the New Education Policy (NEP-2020), offering Major, Minor, Skill Enhancement, Value Added, and Multidisciplinary Courses. The second and third-year students continue their studies under the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). The curriculum is designed to provide both theoretical understanding and practical training, enabling students to develop musical proficiency and artistic excellence.
The department emphasizes experiential, skill-based, and learner-centered education through regular practical sessions, seminars and cultural activities. Students are encouraged to participate in youth festivals, competitions, and various cultural events to enhance their performance skills and creative abilities. The department strives to nurture discipline, creativity, and professional competence among students, preparing them for higher studies and careers in the field of music.
| Student Enrolment in Music (Instrumental) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class | 2026-27 | 2025-26 | 2024-25 | 2023-24 | 2022-23 |
| B.A. | 28 | 38 | 10 | 16 | – |
| B.A. Third Year Generic Elective Music | 68 | 82 | 67 | 66 | – |
| Faculty Profile | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photo | Name | Academic Qualifications | Designation | Teaching Experience | E-mail ID | Contact No. |
|
Dr. Bharti Bhagsain |
B.A. Music (Hons.) B.Ed. M.A. Political Science M.A. Music (Instrumental) Ph.D. UGC-JRF NET (Twice) |
Assistant Professor | 08 Years | bhagsainbharti@gmail.com | 9418312278 |
| List of Music Instruments | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sr. No. | Name of Article | Quantity |
| 1 | Sitar | 14 |
| 2 | Tabla | 02 |
| 3 | Harmonium | 02 |
| 4 | Flute | 04 |
| 5 | Ek Tara | 02 |
| 6 | Side Drum | 02 |
| 7 | Bass Drum | 01 |
| 8 | Dholak | 01 |
| 9 | Ghungroo | 03 |
| 10 | Electronic Keyboard | 01 |
| 11 | Guitar | 02 |
| 12 | Congo | 01 |
| Courses Offered by the Department for the Session 2026–27 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Course Code | Course Type | Course Name | Course Outcome / Objective |
| B.A. 1st Semester | MUSI111TH | DSE-1A | Introduction To Indian Classical Music Instrumental | In this course students study about the basic elements of Indian Music like Swara, Raga, Taal and Biographies of Musicians. |
| B.A. 1st Semester | MUSI111PR | DSE-1A | Practical (Stage Performance) | Students learn to perform Raga and Instrument playing techniques. |
| B.A. 1st Semester | MUSAI112TH | MDC-1 | Basic Concept of Indian Classical Music | In this course students study about the basic elements of Indian Music like Swara, Raga, Taal and Biographies of Musicians. |
| B.A. 1st Semester | MUSI113PR | SEC-1 | Presentation and Documentation-1 | In this course students know about the various parts of Tanpura, Sitar, technique of tuning it, presentation of Music and instrumental in Group. |
| B.A. 2nd Semester | MUSI121TH | DSC-2A | Fundamental Knowledge of Hindustani Music | Students gain knowledge of Musical Terms like Mela, Thaat, Raga-Lakshan and contribution of Musicologists. |
| B.A. 2nd Semester | MUSI121PR | DSC-2A | Practical (Demonstration) | Students learn to perform Raga and Instrument playing techniques. |
| B.A. 2nd Semester | MUSA122PR | MDC | Practical (Demonstration) | Students learn to perform Raga and Instrument playing techniques. |
| B.A. 2nd Semester | MUSA123PR | SEC-2 | Presentation and Documentation-2 | In this course students know about the various parts of Tanpura, Sitar, technique of tuning it, presentation of Music and instrumental in Group. |
| B.A. 3rd Semester | MUSI211TH | DSC-3A | History of Indian Music | Students gain knowledge about the origin and development of Indian Classical Music and contributions of eminent musicians. |
| B.A. 3rd Semester | MUSI211PR | DSC-3A | Practical (Stage Performance) | Students develop practical skills in instrumental music and stage performance. |
| B.A. 3rd Semester | MUSI213PR | SEC-3 | Presentation and Documentation-3 | Students learn advanced presentation skills, documentation methods and group performance. |
| B.A. 4th Semester | MUSI221TH | DSC-4A | Applied Theory of Indian Music | Students acquire detailed knowledge of Ragas, Talas and practical application of music theory. |
| B.A. 4th Semester | MUSI221PR | DSC-4A | Practical (Demonstration) | Students improve practical performance skills and presentation of prescribed Ragas. |
| B.A. 4th Semester | MUSI223PR | SEC-4 | Presentation and Documentation-4 | Students gain experience in documentation, presentation and group instrumental performance. |
| B.A. 5th Semester | MUSI311TH | DSE-5A | Advanced Study of Indian Classical Music | Students acquire advanced theoretical knowledge of Indian Classical Music, important ragas, taals and the contribution of eminent musicians. |
| B.A. 5th Semester | MUSI311PR | DSE-5A | Practical (Stage Performance) | Students develop advanced instrumental performance skills and gain confidence in stage presentation. |
| B.A. 5th Semester | MUSI313PR | SEC-5 | Presentation and Documentation-5 | Students learn advanced documentation techniques and presentation of instrumental music. |
| B.A. 6th Semester | MUSI321TH | DSE-6A | Applied Music and Research | Students understand research methodology, application of music and develop analytical skills in Indian Classical Music. |
| B.A. 6th Semester | MUSI321PR | DSE-6A | Practical (Stage Performance) | Students demonstrate mastery in instrumental performance through stage presentation and practical examination. |
| B.A. 6th Semester | MUSI323PR | SEC-6 | Presentation and Documentation-6 | Students gain expertise in documentation, presentation and professional performance of instrumental music. |


| HPU Inter College Youth Festival Group III 2023-24 | HPU Inter College Youth Festival Group- III 2024-25 |


Music Hobby Class (2024-25)

Poster Making Competition on World Music Day (21st June 2025)


Students Participation in Two-day State level Janmashtami Mahotsav at Brijraj Swami Temple Nurpur