NCERT Class 6 Arts Kriti-I (Sanskrit): Chapter 7 — सङ्गीतवाद्यानि
This chapter, "सङ्गीतवाद्यानि" (Musical Instruments) from NCERT Class 6 Arts Kriti-I, explores the essential role of musical instruments in creating rich sounds with melody and rhythm. It engages students through activities like singing with and without instruments, discussing their impact on music appreciation, and listening to songs. The chapter introduces the concept of instruments aiding in storytelling and understanding musical elements like 'sur' (melody) and 'lay' (rhythm). It highlights famous musicians like Muthuswami Dikshitar and Ustad Bismillah Khan, emphasizing their contributions to Indian classical music. The text also touches upon the classification of instruments based on their function, such as melody instruments (सुरवाद्यम्) and rhythm instruments (तालवाद्यम्), preparing students for further exploration of musical instruments within the CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 6 |
| Subject | Arts |
| Book | Kriti-I (Sanskrit) |
| Chapter | Chapter 7 — सङ्गीतवाद्यानि |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 299 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the necessity of musical instruments in music.
- Identify different types of musical instruments.
- Appreciate the role of instruments in enhancing musical experience.
- Learn about famous Indian musicians and their instruments.
- Differentiate between melody and rhythm instruments.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| सङ्गीतवाद्यानि | Musical Instruments |
| स्वरः | Melody/Tune |
| लयः | Rhythm/Tempo |
| शहनाई | Shehnai (a wind instrument) |
| वीणा | Veena (a string instrument) |
| सप्ततन्त्री | Saptatantri (referring to Sitar) |
| पियानो | Piano |
| ढोलः | Dhol (a drum) |
| वायलिनं | Violin |
| मृदङ्गं | Mridangam (a percussion instrument) |
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Practice questions
- संगीत में वाद्ययंत्रों का क्या महत्व है? Answer: वाद्ययंत्र संगीत में स्वर और लय का समृद्ध ध्वनि बनाने के लिए आवश्यक हैं।
- उस्ताद बिस्मिल्लाह खान किस वाद्ययंत्र के लिए प्रसिद्ध थे? Answer: उस्ताद बिस्मिल्लाह खान शहनाई वाद्ययंत्र के लिए प्रसिद्ध थे।
- संगीत के दो महत्वपूर्ण उपकरण कौन से हैं? Answer: संगीत के दो महत्वपूर्ण उपकरण सुर (melody) और लय (rhythm) हैं।
- वाद्ययंत्रों को मुख्य रूप से किन दो भागों में बांटा जा सकता है? Answer: वाद्ययंत्रों को मुख्य रूप से सुरवाद्यम् (melody instruments) और तालवाद्यम् (rhythm instruments) में बांटा जा सकता है।
Frequently asked questions
What is the main purpose of musical instruments mentioned in the chapter?
Musical instruments are used to create a rich sound with melody and rhythm in music.
Who was Ustad Bismillah Khan and what instrument did he play?
Ustad Bismillah Khan was a renowned Shehnai player from India, honored with the Bharat Ratna.
What are the two main components of music discussed?
The two main components of music discussed are 'sur' (melody) and 'lay' (rhythm).
How are musical instruments generally classified?
Instruments are generally classified into melody instruments (सुरवाद्यम्) and rhythm instruments (तालवाद्यम्).
Which instrument is referred to as 'Saptatantri' in the chapter?
The chapter refers to the Sitar as 'Saptatantri'.
What significant event was Ustad Bismillah Khan invited to perform at?
Ustad Bismillah Khan was invited to perform at the Red Fort on India's Independence Day, August 15, 1947.
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NCERT Class 6 Arts — Kriti-I (Sanskrit) — Chapter 7 — सङ्गीतवाद्यानि. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.