NCERT Textbook: Music and your Emotions | Arts for Class 6 (Kriti - 1) PDF Download

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MUSIC
“??? ?, ???? ? ??? ? ???? ? 
 
?? ?? ? ?????? ??? ?? ?? ?”
Geetam vadyam tatha nrityam 
Trayam sangeet muchhyatey
Meaning
The characteristics of a song, 
musical instruments and 
dance complement each 
other as they are deeply 
interconnected art forms. 
Hence, they are all under the 
umbrella of Sangeet.
Source:  Sangeet Ratnakar ,  
Sloka 21 Swargatadhyay
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MUSIC
“??? ?, ???? ? ??? ? ???? ? 
 
?? ?? ? ?????? ??? ?? ?? ?”
Geetam vadyam tatha nrityam 
Trayam sangeet muchhyatey
Meaning
The characteristics of a song, 
musical instruments and 
dance complement each 
other as they are deeply 
interconnected art forms. 
Hence, they are all under the 
umbrella of Sangeet.
Source:  Sangeet Ratnakar ,  
Sloka 21 Swargatadhyay
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Note to the Teachers
Music holds the remarkable ability to evoke empathy, 
promote collaboration and facilitate self-expression. 
This book aims to motivate students to appreciate music 
and learn basic skills. It will be interesting to introduce 
speci??c songs and activities from the book which will 
encourage our students to participate enthusiastically 
and enjoy the process rather than solely focusing on 
speci??c outcomes, especially in the initial stages.
 1.  Practising at home helps to build skills like singing, 
playing of instrument, listening, creating, etc. It 
encourage students to do the same spontaneously.
 2.  Consider taking students to live musical 
performances for exposure.
 3.  Invite a musician to your school. Encourage children 
to ask questions and interact with the artist.
 4.  Learners love to sing songs that they hear at 
home, during religious and cultural celebrations. 
Encourage children to sing those songs in classroom 
that they learnt at home.
 5.  There are many opportunities to experience di??erent 
genres of music in everyday life. In between classes, 
instead of ringing a school bell, consider playing a 
melody which will attract the attention of students.
 6.  There are many activities given in this section. You 
may add these activities for variations.
 7.  Most songs and activities in the book include an 
audio or video resource that can be accessed by 
scanning the QR code provided in the textbook. 
  This music curriculum desires that you and the students 
thoroughly enjoy the journey of making music. We aim to 
instill a lifelong love for music amongst them, fostering a 
deep appreciation that will grow beyond the classroom.
Resources for the Classroom
 1.  The classroom should be a place where the music 
learning is fun and comfortable. Both students and 
teachers should be able to sit comfortably and sing 
together . Sitting on the ??oor is the best arrangement 
for music classes. It helps the children to learn about 
good posture and proper breathing, similar to the 
exercises done in yoga. Teachers can also change 
the seating in di??erent styles and designs based on 
the theme of the song. This makes the class more 
interesting and creative, and helps students to foster 
improvisation skills. 
 2.  Computer with internet connection, provision of 
downloading app for tanpura and speakers for 
playing audio resources.
 3.  Provision of material to make simple instruments 
in class.
 4.  Provision of microphone and sound system for 
performances in school.
 5.  Provision of simple instruments such as 
harmonium, dholak, manjira, shakers, tambourine, 
mouth organ, electronic tanpura and tabla.
 6.  A map of India will be useful to show the students 
the locations of the states from where di??erent 
compositions in various languages originate and 
are practiced regularly.
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MUSIC
“??? ?, ???? ? ??? ? ???? ? 
 
?? ?? ? ?????? ??? ?? ?? ?”
Geetam vadyam tatha nrityam 
Trayam sangeet muchhyatey
Meaning
The characteristics of a song, 
musical instruments and 
dance complement each 
other as they are deeply 
interconnected art forms. 
Hence, they are all under the 
umbrella of Sangeet.
Source:  Sangeet Ratnakar ,  
Sloka 21 Swargatadhyay
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Note to the Teachers
Music holds the remarkable ability to evoke empathy, 
promote collaboration and facilitate self-expression. 
This book aims to motivate students to appreciate music 
and learn basic skills. It will be interesting to introduce 
speci??c songs and activities from the book which will 
encourage our students to participate enthusiastically 
and enjoy the process rather than solely focusing on 
speci??c outcomes, especially in the initial stages.
 1.  Practising at home helps to build skills like singing, 
playing of instrument, listening, creating, etc. It 
encourage students to do the same spontaneously.
 2.  Consider taking students to live musical 
performances for exposure.
 3.  Invite a musician to your school. Encourage children 
to ask questions and interact with the artist.
 4.  Learners love to sing songs that they hear at 
home, during religious and cultural celebrations. 
Encourage children to sing those songs in classroom 
that they learnt at home.
 5.  There are many opportunities to experience di??erent 
genres of music in everyday life. In between classes, 
instead of ringing a school bell, consider playing a 
melody which will attract the attention of students.
 6.  There are many activities given in this section. You 
may add these activities for variations.
 7.  Most songs and activities in the book include an 
audio or video resource that can be accessed by 
scanning the QR code provided in the textbook. 
  This music curriculum desires that you and the students 
thoroughly enjoy the journey of making music. We aim to 
instill a lifelong love for music amongst them, fostering a 
deep appreciation that will grow beyond the classroom.
Resources for the Classroom
 1.  The classroom should be a place where the music 
learning is fun and comfortable. Both students and 
teachers should be able to sit comfortably and sing 
together . Sitting on the ??oor is the best arrangement 
for music classes. It helps the children to learn about 
good posture and proper breathing, similar to the 
exercises done in yoga. Teachers can also change 
the seating in di??erent styles and designs based on 
the theme of the song. This makes the class more 
interesting and creative, and helps students to foster 
improvisation skills. 
 2.  Computer with internet connection, provision of 
downloading app for tanpura and speakers for 
playing audio resources.
 3.  Provision of material to make simple instruments 
in class.
 4.  Provision of microphone and sound system for 
performances in school.
 5.  Provision of simple instruments such as 
harmonium, dholak, manjira, shakers, tambourine, 
mouth organ, electronic tanpura and tabla.
 6.  A map of India will be useful to show the students 
the locations of the states from where di??erent 
compositions in various languages originate and 
are practiced regularly.
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Chapter 6
Music and your 
Emotions
Objective: Listening to musical 
pieces to understand how they 
in??uence the moods and emotions, 
and learning to express your 
thoughts and feelings through 
musical elements.
Activity 1: Listen to 
this Song
Language: Malayalam
Kuttanadan Punjayile
Kochu Penne Kuyilale
Kottu Venam Kuzhal Venam, Kurava 
Venam
Note to the Teachers
The Malayalam song given 
here is an example to 
let students understand 
that music can convey 
emotions through melody 
and rhythm, even if the 
lyrics are in a language 
that students may not 
understand. You can play 
a song in a language that is 
unfamiliar to the students, 
to illustrate this point.
Kuttanadan Punjayile , Thithai Thaka 
Theithei Thom
Kochupenne Kuyilale, Thiti Thara Thei 
Thom
Kottu Venam Kuzhal Venam, Kurava 
Venam
(O?… Thithithara Thithithai Thithai 
Thaka Thei Thom) × 4
Varavel Kanaaru Venam Kodi 
Thoranangal Venam
Vijayashree Laali Tharayi Varunnu 
Njangal
(O?… Thithithara Thithithai Thithai 
Thaka Thei Thom) × 4
Karutha Chiraku Vachu Thithai Thaka 
Thei Thei Thom
Arayanna Kilipole Thitithara Thei Thom
Karutha Chiraku Vechor Arayanna 
Kilipole
Kuthichu Kuthichu Payum Kuthira Pole
(O?… Thithithara Thithithai Thithai 
Thaka Thei Thei Thom) × 4
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MUSIC
“??? ?, ???? ? ??? ? ???? ? 
 
?? ?? ? ?????? ??? ?? ?? ?”
Geetam vadyam tatha nrityam 
Trayam sangeet muchhyatey
Meaning
The characteristics of a song, 
musical instruments and 
dance complement each 
other as they are deeply 
interconnected art forms. 
Hence, they are all under the 
umbrella of Sangeet.
Source:  Sangeet Ratnakar ,  
Sloka 21 Swargatadhyay
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Note to the Teachers
Music holds the remarkable ability to evoke empathy, 
promote collaboration and facilitate self-expression. 
This book aims to motivate students to appreciate music 
and learn basic skills. It will be interesting to introduce 
speci??c songs and activities from the book which will 
encourage our students to participate enthusiastically 
and enjoy the process rather than solely focusing on 
speci??c outcomes, especially in the initial stages.
 1.  Practising at home helps to build skills like singing, 
playing of instrument, listening, creating, etc. It 
encourage students to do the same spontaneously.
 2.  Consider taking students to live musical 
performances for exposure.
 3.  Invite a musician to your school. Encourage children 
to ask questions and interact with the artist.
 4.  Learners love to sing songs that they hear at 
home, during religious and cultural celebrations. 
Encourage children to sing those songs in classroom 
that they learnt at home.
 5.  There are many opportunities to experience di??erent 
genres of music in everyday life. In between classes, 
instead of ringing a school bell, consider playing a 
melody which will attract the attention of students.
 6.  There are many activities given in this section. You 
may add these activities for variations.
 7.  Most songs and activities in the book include an 
audio or video resource that can be accessed by 
scanning the QR code provided in the textbook. 
  This music curriculum desires that you and the students 
thoroughly enjoy the journey of making music. We aim to 
instill a lifelong love for music amongst them, fostering a 
deep appreciation that will grow beyond the classroom.
Resources for the Classroom
 1.  The classroom should be a place where the music 
learning is fun and comfortable. Both students and 
teachers should be able to sit comfortably and sing 
together . Sitting on the ??oor is the best arrangement 
for music classes. It helps the children to learn about 
good posture and proper breathing, similar to the 
exercises done in yoga. Teachers can also change 
the seating in di??erent styles and designs based on 
the theme of the song. This makes the class more 
interesting and creative, and helps students to foster 
improvisation skills. 
 2.  Computer with internet connection, provision of 
downloading app for tanpura and speakers for 
playing audio resources.
 3.  Provision of material to make simple instruments 
in class.
 4.  Provision of microphone and sound system for 
performances in school.
 5.  Provision of simple instruments such as 
harmonium, dholak, manjira, shakers, tambourine, 
mouth organ, electronic tanpura and tabla.
 6.  A map of India will be useful to show the students 
the locations of the states from where di??erent 
compositions in various languages originate and 
are practiced regularly.
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Chapter 6
Music and your 
Emotions
Objective: Listening to musical 
pieces to understand how they 
in??uence the moods and emotions, 
and learning to express your 
thoughts and feelings through 
musical elements.
Activity 1: Listen to 
this Song
Language: Malayalam
Kuttanadan Punjayile
Kochu Penne Kuyilale
Kottu Venam Kuzhal Venam, Kurava 
Venam
Note to the Teachers
The Malayalam song given 
here is an example to 
let students understand 
that music can convey 
emotions through melody 
and rhythm, even if the 
lyrics are in a language 
that students may not 
understand. You can play 
a song in a language that is 
unfamiliar to the students, 
to illustrate this point.
Kuttanadan Punjayile , Thithai Thaka 
Theithei Thom
Kochupenne Kuyilale, Thiti Thara Thei 
Thom
Kottu Venam Kuzhal Venam, Kurava 
Venam
(O?… Thithithara Thithithai Thithai 
Thaka Thei Thom) × 4
Varavel Kanaaru Venam Kodi 
Thoranangal Venam
Vijayashree Laali Tharayi Varunnu 
Njangal
(O?… Thithithara Thithithai Thithai 
Thaka Thei Thom) × 4
Karutha Chiraku Vachu Thithai Thaka 
Thei Thei Thom
Arayanna Kilipole Thitithara Thei Thom
Karutha Chiraku Vechor Arayanna 
Kilipole
Kuthichu Kuthichu Payum Kuthira Pole
(O?… Thithithara Thithithai Thithai 
Thaka Thei Thei Thom) × 4
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Activity 2: Music and 
Our Memories
Music has the power to in??uence our 
thoughts and emotions. Listening 
and creating music can bring us joy.
A song can trigger memories of past 
events and the people who were part 
of them. This is known as music 
evoked memory! 
Sing the Tracks
Listen to the di??erent types of music 
played along the advertisements, 
and make a playlist in this book or 
on your computer .
Ask your parents and grandparents 
about their favourite song from 
their childhood. What memories do 
they associate these songs with?
•  What feelings do you 
associate with the song 
that was played?
•  Do you have a song 
that brings back fond 
memories? Sing the 
song.
•  Even if you don’t 
remember the words 
can you hum the 
melody?
A festival song?...
Write any jingle or song in the 
following boxes which you can recall.
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MUSIC
“??? ?, ???? ? ??? ? ???? ? 
 
?? ?? ? ?????? ??? ?? ?? ?”
Geetam vadyam tatha nrityam 
Trayam sangeet muchhyatey
Meaning
The characteristics of a song, 
musical instruments and 
dance complement each 
other as they are deeply 
interconnected art forms. 
Hence, they are all under the 
umbrella of Sangeet.
Source:  Sangeet Ratnakar ,  
Sloka 21 Swargatadhyay
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Note to the Teachers
Music holds the remarkable ability to evoke empathy, 
promote collaboration and facilitate self-expression. 
This book aims to motivate students to appreciate music 
and learn basic skills. It will be interesting to introduce 
speci??c songs and activities from the book which will 
encourage our students to participate enthusiastically 
and enjoy the process rather than solely focusing on 
speci??c outcomes, especially in the initial stages.
 1.  Practising at home helps to build skills like singing, 
playing of instrument, listening, creating, etc. It 
encourage students to do the same spontaneously.
 2.  Consider taking students to live musical 
performances for exposure.
 3.  Invite a musician to your school. Encourage children 
to ask questions and interact with the artist.
 4.  Learners love to sing songs that they hear at 
home, during religious and cultural celebrations. 
Encourage children to sing those songs in classroom 
that they learnt at home.
 5.  There are many opportunities to experience di??erent 
genres of music in everyday life. In between classes, 
instead of ringing a school bell, consider playing a 
melody which will attract the attention of students.
 6.  There are many activities given in this section. You 
may add these activities for variations.
 7.  Most songs and activities in the book include an 
audio or video resource that can be accessed by 
scanning the QR code provided in the textbook. 
  This music curriculum desires that you and the students 
thoroughly enjoy the journey of making music. We aim to 
instill a lifelong love for music amongst them, fostering a 
deep appreciation that will grow beyond the classroom.
Resources for the Classroom
 1.  The classroom should be a place where the music 
learning is fun and comfortable. Both students and 
teachers should be able to sit comfortably and sing 
together . Sitting on the ??oor is the best arrangement 
for music classes. It helps the children to learn about 
good posture and proper breathing, similar to the 
exercises done in yoga. Teachers can also change 
the seating in di??erent styles and designs based on 
the theme of the song. This makes the class more 
interesting and creative, and helps students to foster 
improvisation skills. 
 2.  Computer with internet connection, provision of 
downloading app for tanpura and speakers for 
playing audio resources.
 3.  Provision of material to make simple instruments 
in class.
 4.  Provision of microphone and sound system for 
performances in school.
 5.  Provision of simple instruments such as 
harmonium, dholak, manjira, shakers, tambourine, 
mouth organ, electronic tanpura and tabla.
 6.  A map of India will be useful to show the students 
the locations of the states from where di??erent 
compositions in various languages originate and 
are practiced regularly.
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Chapter 6
Music and your 
Emotions
Objective: Listening to musical 
pieces to understand how they 
in??uence the moods and emotions, 
and learning to express your 
thoughts and feelings through 
musical elements.
Activity 1: Listen to 
this Song
Language: Malayalam
Kuttanadan Punjayile
Kochu Penne Kuyilale
Kottu Venam Kuzhal Venam, Kurava 
Venam
Note to the Teachers
The Malayalam song given 
here is an example to 
let students understand 
that music can convey 
emotions through melody 
and rhythm, even if the 
lyrics are in a language 
that students may not 
understand. You can play 
a song in a language that is 
unfamiliar to the students, 
to illustrate this point.
Kuttanadan Punjayile , Thithai Thaka 
Theithei Thom
Kochupenne Kuyilale, Thiti Thara Thei 
Thom
Kottu Venam Kuzhal Venam, Kurava 
Venam
(O?… Thithithara Thithithai Thithai 
Thaka Thei Thom) × 4
Varavel Kanaaru Venam Kodi 
Thoranangal Venam
Vijayashree Laali Tharayi Varunnu 
Njangal
(O?… Thithithara Thithithai Thithai 
Thaka Thei Thom) × 4
Karutha Chiraku Vachu Thithai Thaka 
Thei Thei Thom
Arayanna Kilipole Thitithara Thei Thom
Karutha Chiraku Vechor Arayanna 
Kilipole
Kuthichu Kuthichu Payum Kuthira Pole
(O?… Thithithara Thithithai Thithai 
Thaka Thei Thei Thom) × 4
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Activity 2: Music and 
Our Memories
Music has the power to in??uence our 
thoughts and emotions. Listening 
and creating music can bring us joy.
A song can trigger memories of past 
events and the people who were part 
of them. This is known as music 
evoked memory! 
Sing the Tracks
Listen to the di??erent types of music 
played along the advertisements, 
and make a playlist in this book or 
on your computer .
Ask your parents and grandparents 
about their favourite song from 
their childhood. What memories do 
they associate these songs with?
•  What feelings do you 
associate with the song 
that was played?
•  Do you have a song 
that brings back fond 
memories? Sing the 
song.
•  Even if you don’t 
remember the words 
can you hum the 
melody?
A festival song?...
Write any jingle or song in the 
following boxes which you can recall.
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Activity 3: Listen 
and Feel
We are surrounded by various 
types of music from dawn till dusk. 
Consider, your feelings when you 
hear di??erent types of musical 
sounds. Recall the sounds of the 
shehnai, nadhaswaram, dhol, damru, 
edaikka or a melodious song?—?what 
do you feel while listening to these 
melodies? Do they make you happy, 
inspire you to dance, instil a sense 
of peace that you want to enjoy in 
silence or compel you to sing along? 
These feelings that come to life  
while hearing these melodious 
sounds are called emotions. Emotion 
is a natural trait inherent in all 
humans. Let us experience the same 
by listening to some instrumental 
music! What did you feel while 
listening to the musical pieces? 
Write down your emotions.
1. 
2. 
3. 
 All the musical pieces here were 
played using the same instrument, 
a violin. 
Similar to how your voice can 
convey various emotions and 
dynamics?—?happiness, sadness, 
loudness, and softness?—?an 
instrument has the capacity to 
evoke  diverse emotions through 
di??erent sounds.
You heard the sound of a violin. 
Now, try to listen to other musical 
instruments popularly played in our 
country. Like the ??ute, sitar, shehnai, 
tabla, etc., and try to understand how 
di??erent sounds and tunes evoke 
diverse emotions.
Violin
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