NCERT Class 7 Arts Kriti: Chapter 9 — Performance
This NCERT Class 7 Arts Kriti chapter, 'Performance,' guides students through the essential steps of creating a successful performance. It emphasizes that a performance involves more than just singing and playing, highlighting the importance of planning, preparation, and the actual act of performing. The chapter is divided into three parts: Plan, Prepare, and Perform. It encourages students to visualize the performance by considering its location, timing, duration, audience, theme, and occasion. Activity 9.2 focuses on creating a song list, suggesting songs from the book or known ones. It introduces 'Swagatham Shubha Swagatham' as a welcome song, noting its use at the 1982 Asian Games inauguration ceremony, composed by Pandit Ravi Shankar. This chapter helps students understand the multifaceted nature of performance and develop organizational skills crucial for CBSE Arts education.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 7 |
| Subject | Arts |
| Book | Kriti |
| Chapter | Chapter 9 — Performance |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 351 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the key components of a successful performance.
- Learn the importance of planning, preparation, and execution.
- Develop skills in visualizing and organizing a performance.
- Identify elements that contribute to audience engagement.
- Recognize the role of music in significant events.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Performance | An act of presenting a play, concert, or other form of entertainment. |
| Audience | The group of people who watch or listen to a performance. |
| Theme | The central idea or subject of a performance. |
| Occasion | A specific event or time for which a performance is intended. |
| Incorporate | To include something as part of a whole. |
| Invocation | A call for help or guidance, often at the beginning of a ceremony or performance. |
| Inauguration | The official ceremony to mark the beginning of something, like an event. |
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Practice questions
- What are the three main parts of putting together a successful performance as mentioned in the chapter? Answer: The three main parts are Plan, Prepare, and Perform.
- Besides singing and playing, what other elements are important for a successful performance? Answer: Elements like planning the location, time, duration, audience, theme, and occasion are important.
- What is the name of the song suggested as an invocation or welcome song in the chapter? Answer: The song suggested is 'Swagatham Shubha Swagatham'.
- Who composed the song 'Swagatham Shubha Swagatham' that was sung at the 1982 Asian Games inauguration? Answer: It was composed by Pandit Ravi Shankar.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main goal of NCERT Class 7 Arts Kriti Chapter 9?
The chapter aims to guide students in planning, preparing, and executing a successful performance.
What are the three key stages of putting on a performance?
The three key stages are Plan, Prepare, and Perform.
What kind of questions should one consider when planning a performance?
One should consider where it will be, when it will be, how long it will be, who the audience will be, if it has a theme and title, and if it's for a particular event.
What is the purpose of Activity 9.2?
Activity 9.2 is about creating a song list for the performance, encouraging contributions from students and the teacher.
What is 'Swagatham Shubha Swagatham' and where was it used?
'Swagatham Shubha Swagatham' is a welcome song composed by Pandit Ravi Shankar, used at the inauguration ceremony of the 1982 Asian Games in New Delhi.
Does a performance only involve singing and playing instruments?
No, the chapter emphasizes that a successful performance involves many steps beyond just singing and playing, including careful planning and preparation.
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NCERT Class 7 Arts — Kriti — Chapter 9 — Performance. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.