Vocal Music and Art of Singing

VMAS

Vocal Music and Art of Singing (VMAS)

This course delves into the vibrant and varied musical traditions of South Asia. Students will explore the historical, cultural, and social contexts of music from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and Afghanistan. The curriculum spans traditional and contemporary music forms, iconic instruments and fusion styles that highlight the evolving nature of South Asian music.

Level

Certificate

Credit

Tuition Fee

$120 One Time^*

Admission Cycle

Winter, Monsoon

Admission start date to be announced

Eligibility

Following Eligibility are required for enrolling in this programme

A candidate must have passed class 12 or higher secondary or any equivalent qualifying examination.

This course is open to all music enthusiasts, professionals, and students interested in vocal music and South Asian singing traditions

Duration

3 Months - 40 Hours

Fee Structure

S. No.	Fee Type	Amount	One Time/Recurring
1	Registration Fee	USD 20/ INR 1740	One Time
2	Tuition Fee	USD 120/ INR 10440	One Time

Scholarship: The fee concession will be given on SAU-VC short-term courses:

50% to the current SAU students.
25% to SAU Alumni.
25% to Teachers from SAARC Countries.

Installment: Students may choose to pay the full fee upfront or opt for installments.

If the installment option is chosen, a maximum of two installments will be allowed. In this case, the total fee will include an additional registration fee of USD 20. Currently, the fee for certificate courses is USD 120. With the installment option, the total fee will be USD 140, payable in two installments of USD 70 each.

Refund Policy

Admission Process

Visit https://admissions.sau.ac.in and sign up to start your registration.
Pay the registration fee and upload the required documents.
The Virtual Campus Admission Office will review your documents. If found eligible, you will receive an admission confirmation email.
Pay the program fee as instructed in the email to complete your onboarding and confirm your admission.

Course Structure

Semester	Course Title	Credit	#

Programme Coordinator

Prof. (Dr) Ambrish Saxena

Professor

Faculty of Arts and Design, SAU

India

ambrish.saxena(at)sau.int