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If you are eager to delve into the brain, heart, and soul of Indian Classical Music, don’t miss this unique opportunity to enrich your knowledge and enhance your appreciation of this great art form!


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What is the Appreciating Carnatic Music Course?

A comprehensive online course by Chitravina N Ravikiran that demystifies the vast, intricate world of Carnatic music and presents it in a lucid, structured, and compelling manner.

The Music Appreciation Video Series is again a first-of-its-category initiative with stunning insights and engaging illustrations, featuring legendary and celebrity artists. 

Ravikiran brings his vast experience as a globally acclaimed performer, composer and educator to this course. 

​​Across 10 comprehensive chapters, the course covers the evolution, aesthetics, science, and philosophy of Indian classical music—ranging from melody (raga) and rhythm (tala) to ornamentation, improvisation, composition, and performance practices.

The course effortlessly introduces viewers to popular instruments of the system, legendary composers, compositional forms such as Varnams, Krti, Javali, Tillana and Padams, improvisational aspects including Raga Alapana, Neraval, Kalpana Swaras, besides throwing insights on typical concert format. 

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Why take the Quiz?

  1. Reinforcement of Learning:

    The quiz solidifies knowledge acquired during the course, enhancing retention and understanding of key concepts.

  2. Self-Assessment:

    You can evaluate your understanding of Carnatic music, and put your skills to use in enjoying classical music better.

  3. Certification:

    The certificate awarded upon passing this fun quiz showcases your proficiency in Carnatic music.

  4. Special Award for Exceptional Performance: Scores above 90% will be awarded the Rasika Shiromani certificate and 3 month's access to Acharyanet's Premium Subscription taught by Carnatic legends. 

  5. Immediate Feedback:

    Participants receive immediate feedback after each question, helping them learn from mistakes and understand correct information.

  6. Flexible Learning Pace:

    The option to take the quiz in parts or all at once accommodates different learning styles and schedules, making it accessible for everyone.

What does the Course Contain?

  • 84 easy-to-grasp videos spanning 10 comprehensive Chapters. 

  • Topics include Melody, Rhythm, Oranamentation, Aesthetics, Composition Diversity, Improvisations, Vocal & Instrumental, Carnatic Architects, Concert Format and Q&A.

  • Exquisite illustrations and masterful renditions by the finest artists in the field.

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Exceptional performance (above 90%) will also be awarded with the Rasika Shiromani certificate and 3 months access to the Premium Subscription w taught by Carnatic legends. 


  • The quiz can be taken after completing all the chapters at one time or in parts at the end of each chapter. However, to obtain the certificate, all chapters must be completed.

  • There is no time limit; you can complete the quiz at your own convenience.

  • The quiz will aid learning by providing the correct answers after each question.

  • An accuracy score will be given, based on which the participant will be awarded a certificate with the corresponding award title. 

  • You can make any number of attempts to improve your score.

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