Kristu Jayanti Music Academy (KJMA)

Welcome to Kristu Jayanti Music Academy
Kristu Jayanti College believes that learning could happen anywhere it is not limit to just academics and classrooms. The Kristu Jayanti Music Academy provides quality music education within an environment that nurtures every student’s music skills and inculcating in them a passion for music whether as a hobby or a career.

The Academy provides a platform for students to exhibit their musical skills and talents. It is a forum, where through the mode of musical activities, like-minded people meet each other, exchange ideas and develop into better human beings. KJMA conducts programs to identify and nurture talents and provide a platform for members to develop musical skills.

The academy conducts regular training programmes, workshops and certificate courses for students in Vocals, Music History, Music Theory & Music Appreciation.

The Kristu Jayanti Choir is a home of growth and learning for a blend of musicians, vocalists and producers. The choir consists of roughly from 110 students to 140 students on an average from all cultures, united by their one passion MUSIC. The choir comprises of up to seven parts of harmony. The Kristu Jayanti Choir has represented at the Regional, State and National level and has won at the National level multiple times. The choir regularly releases their productions on various platforms, and also has their own YouTube channel. Every year the choir is invited to various prestigious events such as, Magnificat, Glorious Gospel Festival, Resound to name a few.

The Kristu Jayanti Music Academy hosted its inaugural certification course in music history titled "Music through the Ages." Commencing shortly after its inauguration on February 16, 2024, the event was presided over by Fr. Deepu Joy, Director of the Student Welfare Office, and Dr. Calistus Jude, Dean of the Faculty of Sciences. Mr. Ashok G P, Music Director, KJMA, served as the resource person for the course, offering a wealth of knowledge to the participants. Students had the opportunity to delve into various musical eras spanning from ancient times to the modern era. Despite time constraints, Mr. Ashok successfully imparted nearly 3000 years of music history to the participants. Classes were held five days a week for about two months, concluding on March 12, 2024.

"A Concise History of Music: Music through the Ages"
The book "Music through the Ages" offers a comprehensive overview of the evolution of music from its ancient roots to contemporary times. It delves into various musical genres, styles, and movements, highlighting key composers, performers, and significant developments that has shaped music history.

Chapter 1: Ancient Music The first chapter explores the origins of music in ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome. It discusses the role of music in religious rituals, cultural practices, and entertainment during these early periods.

Chapter 2: Medieval and Renaissance Music: This chapter focuses on the music of the Medieval and Renaissance eras, including Gregorian chant, secular songs, and the emergence of polyphony. It highlights prominent composers like Hildegard von Bingen, Guillaume de Machaut, and Josquin des Prez.

Chapter 3: Baroque Music: The Baroque period is examined in detail, covering the development of opera, instrumental music, and the contributions of composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach, George Frideric Handel, and Antonio Vivaldi.

Chapter 4: Classical Music: The Classical era is explored with a focus on composers like Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Franz Joseph Haydn. The chapter discusses the symphony, sonata form, and other significant musical forms of the time.

Chapter 5: Romantic Music: This chapter delves into the Romantic period, highlighting composers such as Ludwig van Beethoven, Franz Schubert, and Johannes Brahms. It discusses the rise of expressive melodies, programmatic music, and the development of the orchestra.

Chapter 6: 20th Century Music: This chapter covers the diverse musical styles of the 20th century, including Impressionism, Expressionism, Serialism, Jazz, Blues, and Rock 'n' Roll. It discusses influential figures like Igor Stravinsky, Arnold Schoenberg, Miles Davis, and The Beatles.

Conclusion: In conclusion, "A Concise History of Music" provides a comprehensive overview of music's evolution, from ancient times to the present day. It serves as a valuable resource for students, educators, and music enthusiasts interested in understanding the rich and diverse tapestry of musical traditions throughout history.

Song Productions - 14 SONGS

SL. NO.

DATE

PRODUCTION
TITLE

VENUE

RESOURSE PERSON

NO. OF PARTICIPANTS

1.

17/08/2023

Say Something

F G C I Recording Studio

Mr. Godwin Paul

30

2.

17/10/2023

Jayantian Anthem

V T P Recording Studio

Mr. Godwin Paul, Mr. Paul Daniel & Mr. Pratap Chandra

23

3.

20/10/2023

Listen to our Hearts

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

10

4.

25/12/2023

King of Kings/Elohim

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

29

5.

28/12/2023

Abide With Me

Kristu Jayanti Jubilee Auditorium

Mr. Ashok G. P.

20

6.

17/01/2024

Lord, I Give You My Heart

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

16

7.

26/01/2024

Ninadhe Deshavu

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

11

8.

29/02/2024

Munjane Manjalli

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

11

9.

17/03/2024

Faithful One

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

14

10.

24/03/2024

Hayyoda

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

14

11.

01/04/2024

Faithful One

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

17

12.

22/05/2024

Aaradhikke

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

5

13.

27/05/2024

Sweet Hour Of Prayer

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

9

14.

29/05/2024

Aga Naga

Kristu Jayanti Media Lab

Mr. Godwin Paul

6

15.

03/06/2024

Then Sings My Soul

Kristu Jayanti Jubilee Auditorium

Mr. Ashok G. P.

17

The Kristu Jayanti Music Academy (KJMA) in association with the Literary and Cultural Association (LCA) hosted Woodrock 2023: Jayantian Jubilee Symphony with an enchanting theme of ‘Arte Della Musica’ on November 10, 2023.

This year’s Woodrock was significant as it made its mark during the Silver Jubilee (25th) year since the establishment of Kristu Jayanti College, Autonomous, Bengaluru. The event began with a welcome speech by Samuel K. (Student coordinator, KJMA) in the presence of Fr.Dr. Augustine George (Principal); Fr. Emmanuel P.J. (Director, College of Law) Fr. Jais V. Thomas (Financial Administrator) and Fr. Deepu Joy (Student Welfare Officer). KJMA’s choristers and musicians delivered an amazing performance, which included a mix of various Carnatic, Contemporary, Broadway, Rock, and Western classical pieces.

Western classical pieces by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart were performed for the first time this year in Woodrock. The intricate and invigorating pieces were presented under the expertise of Mr. Ashok G P, Music Director, KJMA, and Mr. Godwin Paul, Co-Music Director, KJMA. The delivery became even more ethereal with the association of Kristu Jayanti Dance Academy (KJDA), alongside the artistic touch of the Fine Arts Club, the sublime emceeing of the Anchors Association, and the amazing tech team along with the media team. A set of talented bands creatively indulged the audience in an exquisite experience with their subpar renditions of songs. The active reciprocity of energy by the audience was also noteworthy. Tisa Thomson (Student Coordinator, KJMA) gave the vote of thanks. The event concluded with the presentation of a video with snippets of Woodrock 2023.

Songs presented by KJMA in the order of performance:
Set 1 –
• ‘Kesariya’ by Pritam Singh
• ‘Pavila Mazhaiye’ by K.S.Harisankar
• ‘Sapta Sagaradaache Ello’ by Charan Raj
• ‘Minsara Poove’ by A.R. Rahmanv
• ‘This is Me’ by Keala Settle and The Greatest Showman Ensemble
• ‘All of My’ Help by Ricky Dillard

Set 2 –
• ‘Gurus of Peace’ by A.R. Rahman
• ‘The Impossible Dream’ by Mitch Leigh
• ‘We Are The Champions’ by Queen
• ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ by Queen
• ‘We Will Rock You’ by Queen
• ‘Somebody to Love’ by Queen
• ‘Dies Irae’ by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• ‘Lacrymosa’ del Requiem’ by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Bands Performed apart from KJMA –
• Xstasy – Sky Full of Stars (Coldplay) / Blinding Lights (The Weeknd)
• The Sailors – Imagine (Mercy Me) / Brave (Bethel Music) / We Are (Kari Jobe)
• Viran – Dhanashree Thillana (Swathi Thirunal) / Ilaya Nila (Ilayaraja) / Mel Mel (Gopi Sundar) / Badal Pe Paon Hai (Salim Sulaiman)
• Wrong Direction – Midnight Memories (One Direction)
• Funky Monkey – Shut Up and Dance (Walk The Moon) / Uptown Funk (Mark Ronson)

I. DETAILS OF OVERALL ACHIEVEMENTS DURING THE YEAR 2023 – 24

NUMBER OF CHAMPIONSHIPS

NUMBER OF AWARDS

 

  • OVERALL – 4

 

FIRST – 72
SECOND – 21

II. DETAILS OF VARIOUS STUDENTS INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENTS

Sl. No.

Date

Name and Register Number of Student

Name of the organization/fest/competitions participated

Level of event

Recognitions/awards

1.

15/12/2023

Anjana Sunil Kumar Nambiar, 23BTGE18

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Light Vocal Solo)

Inter Collegiate

Second

2.

15/12/2023

Ghanashyam S, 22COP124

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Light Vocal Solo)

Inter Collegiate

Second

3.

16/12/2023

Abhay Santhakumar,
22JOEN01

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Group Song Indian)

Inter Collegiate

First

4.

16/12/2023

Aditya Narayanan, 23COMA03

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Folk Orchestra)

Inter Collegiate

First

5.

16/12/2023

Anjana Sunil Kumar Nambiar, 23BTGE18

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Group Song Indian)

Inter Collegiate

First

6.

16/12/2023

Anjana Sunil Kumar Nambiar, 23BTGE18

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Skit)

Inter Collegiate

First

7.

16/12/2023

Chacko Thomas Boben, 23BBNB16

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Folk Orchestra)

Inter Collegiate

First

8.

16/12/2023

Chris Hebron, 23VCMA15

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Folk Orchestra)

Inter Collegiate

First

9.

16/12/2023

Chris Hebron, 23VCMA15

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Group Song)

Inter Collegiate

First

10.

16/12/2023

Derrick S, 22BCAA19

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Folk Orchestra)

Inter Collegiate

First

11.

16/12/2023

Ghanashyam S, 22COP124

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Folk Orchestra)

Inter Collegiate

First

12.

16/12/2023

Ghanashyam S, 22COP124

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Group Song Indian)

Inter Collegiate

First

13.

16/12/2023

Isaac Paul V, 22BBAD22

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Folk Orchestra)

Inter Collegiate

First

14.

16/12/2023

Isaac Paul V, 22BBAD22

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Group Song Indian)

Inter Collegiate

First

15.

16/12/2023

Isaac Paul V, 22BBAD22

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Instrumental Solo)

Inter Collegiate

First

16.

16/12/2023

Isaac Paul V, 22BBAD22

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Group Song)

Inter Collegiate

First

17.

16/12/2023

Isaac Paul V, 22BBAD22

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Vocal Solo)

Inter Collegiate

First

18.

16/12/2023

Joshua Wilson Paul S S, 22CDSA28

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Group Song)

Inter Collegiate

First

19.

16/12/2023

Krishna Ramakrishnan, 22BTGE41

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Group Song Indian)

Inter Collegiate

First

20.

16/12/2023

Malavika Hareendran, 23PSYA31

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Group Song Indian)

Inter Collegiate

First

21.

16/12/2023

Maria Ghansi, 22VICM25

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Group Song Indian)

Inter Collegiate

First

22.

16/12/2023

Nishanth R, 23BCNA40

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Folk Orchestra)

Inter Collegiate

First

23.

16/12/2023

Nishanth R, 23BCNA40

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Skit)

Inter Collegiate

First

24.

16/12/2023

Nithin Saji Varghese, 21ACP638

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Group Song Indian)

Inter Collegiate

First

25.

16/12/2023

Pragati Vyas, 23PRFB33

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Group Song)

Inter Collegiate

First

26.

16/12/2023

Prajwal Vijay, 22COMA45

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Skit)

Inter Collegiate

First

27.

16/12/2023

Raiegan Sam V R, 22ECOA49

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Group Song)

Inter Collegiate

First

28.

16/12/2023

Saakshi Subba, 23PYEN58

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Group Song)

Inter Collegiate

First

29.

16/12/2023

Saakshi Subba, 23PYEN58

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Vocal Solo)

Inter Collegiate

First

30.

16/12/2023

Samantha Judi Dyall, 23CSMA32

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Group Song)

Inter Collegiate

First

31.

16/12/2023

Samuel K, 21CBP326

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Folk Orchestra)

Inter Collegiate

First

32.

16/12/2023

Samuel K, 21CBP326

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Group Song)

Inter Collegiate

First

33.

16/12/2023

Silvanus C, 21BCAF58

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Group Song Indian)

Inter Collegiate

First

34.

16/12/2023

Simon Daniel, 22COMF69

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Western Group Song)

Inter Collegiate

First

35.

16/12/2023

Smith Dani Smiju, 21BBAB63

Uttarothsava 2023-24
(Folk Orchestra)

Inter Collegiate

First

36.

06/01/2024

Saakshi Subba 23PYEN58

Stauros (Western Solo)

Inter Collegiate

First

37.

06/01/2024

Saakshi Subba 23PYEN58

Stauros (western group song)

Inter Collegiate

Second

38.

06/01/2024

Simon Daniel S
22COMF69

Stauros (western group song)

Inter Collegiate

Second

39.

06/01/2024

Pragati Vyas 23PRFB33

Stauros (western group song)

Inter Collegiate

Second

40.

06/01/2024

Raiegan Sam V R 22ECOA49

Stauros (western group song)

Inter Collegiate

Second

41.

06/01/2024

Joy Melvina 22VICM21

Stauros (western group song)

Inter Collegiate

Second

42.

06/01/2024

Joshua Wilson Paul S S 22CDSA28

Stauros (western group song)

Inter Collegiate

Second

43.

06/01/2024

Silvanus C 21BCAF58

Stauros (western group song)

Inter Collegiate

Second

44.

06/01/2024

Chris Hebron 23VCMA15

Stauros (western group song)

Inter Collegiate

Second

45.

06/01/2024

Ghanashyam S 22COP124

Stauros (eastern group song)

Inter Collegiate

First

46.

06/01/2024

Abhay Santhakumar 22JOEN01

Stauros (eastern group song)

Inter Collegiate

First

47.

06/01/2024

Maria Ghansi 22VICM25

Stauros (eastern group song)

Inter Collegiate

First

48.

06/01/2024

Krishna Ramakrishnan 22BTGE41

Stauros (eastern group song)

Inter Collegiate

First

49.

06/01/2024

Malavika Hareendran 23PSYA31

Stauros (eastern group song)

Inter Collegiate

First

50.

06/01/2024

Tisa Thomson 21FRSB55

Stauros (eastern group song)

Inter Collegiate

First

51.

06/01/2024

Samuel K 21CBP326

Stauros (eastern group song)

Inter Collegiate

First

52.

06/01/2024

Isaac Paul  V 22BBAD22

Stauros (eastern group song)

Inter Collegiate

First

53.

09/02/2024

Abhay Santhakumar,
22JOEN01

Visages’24
(Indian Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

First

54.

09/02/2024

Anjana Sunil Kumar Nambiar, 23BTGE18

Visages’24
(Indian Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

First

55.

09/02/2024

Isaac Paul V, 22BBAD22

Visages’24
(Indian Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

First

56.

09/02/2024

Joel Thomas John, 21ACP521

Visages’24
(Indian Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

First

57.

09/02/2024

Krishna Ramakrishnan, 22BTGE41

Visages’24
(Indian Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

First

58.

09/02/2024

Malavika Hareendran, 23PSYA31

Visages’24
(Indian Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

First

59.

09/02/2024

Maria Ghansi, 22VICM25

Visages’24
(Indian Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

First

60.

09/02/2024

Nithin Saji Varghese, 21ACP638

Visages’24
(Indian Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

First

61.

09/02/2024

Savanna Suraj, 22BBAD59

Visages’24
(Indian Classical Solo Singing)

Inter Collegiate

Second

62.

10/02/2024

Anish Roy, 23BAVB10

Visages’24
(Battle of Bands)

Inter Collegiate

First

63.

10/02/2024

Ashwin Abraham, 22COMA11

Visages’24
(Battle of Bands)

Inter Collegiate

First

64.

10/02/2024

Chris Hebron, 23VCMA15

Visages’24
(Western Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

Second

65.

10/02/2024

Emil Viju, 22CBP217

Visages’24
(Battle of Bands)

Inter Collegiate

First

66.

10/02/2024

Joshua John Luke, 22CMP431

Visages’24
(Battle of Bands)

Inter Collegiate

First

67.

10/02/2024

Joshua Wilson Paul S S, 22CDSA28

Visages’24
(Western Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

Second

68.

10/02/2024

Joy Melvina, 22VICM21

Visages’24
(Western Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

Second

69.

10/02/2024

Nithin Saji Varghese, 21ACP638

Visages’24
(Indian Solo Singing)

Inter Collegiate

Second

70.

10/02/2024

Pragati Vyas, 23PRFB33

Visages’24
(Western Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

Second

71.

10/02/2024

Praison P Mathew, 22CDSA43

Visages’24
(Battle of Bands)

Inter Collegiate

First

72.

10/02/2024

Raiegan Sam V R, 22ECOA49

Visages’24
(Western Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

Second

73.

10/02/2024

Raiegan Sam V R, 22ECOA49

Visages’24
(Battle of Bands)

Inter Collegiate

First

74.

10/02/2024

Saakshi Subba, 23PYEN58

Visages’24
(Western Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

Second

75.

10/02/2024

Saakshi Subba, 23PYEN58

Visages’24
(Western Solo Singing)

Inter Collegiate

First

76.

10/02/2024

Savanna Suraj, 22BBAD59

Visages’24
(Battle of Bands)

Inter Collegiate

First

77.

10/02/2024

Silvanus C, 21BCAF58

Visages’24
(Western Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

Second

78.

10/02/2024

Simon Daniel, 22COMF69

Visages’24
(Western Group Singing)

Inter Collegiate

Second

79.

10/02/2024

T Richard Joshua, 23BBAG66

Visages’24
(Battle of Bands)

Inter Collegiate

First

80.

05/04/2024

Ghanashyam S,
22COP124

Yirah 2024
(Vernacular Singing - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

81.

05/04/2024

Isaac Paul V, 22BBAD22

Yirah 2024
(Vernacular Singing - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

82.

05/04/2024

Isaac Paul V,
22BBAD22

Yirah 2024
(Western Acoustics - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

83.

05/04/2024

Joshua Wilson Paul S S, 22CDSA28

Yirah 2024
(Western Acoustics - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

84.

05/04/2024

Joy Melvina,
22VICM21

Yirah 2024
(Western Acoustics - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

85.

05/04/2024

Krishna Ramakrishnan,
22BTGE41

Yirah 2024
(Vernacular Singing - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

86.

05/04/2024

Malavika Hareendran,
23PSYA31

Yirah 2024
(Vernacular Singing - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

87.

05/04/2024

Malavika Hareendran,
23PSYA31

Yirah 2024
(Vernacular Singing - Solo)

Inter Collegiate

Second

88.

05/04/2024

Maria Ghansi,
22VICM25

Yirah 2024
(Vernacular Singing - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

89.

05/04/2024

Nishanth R,
23BCNA40

Yirah 2024
(Vernacular Singing - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

90.

05/04/2024

Raiegan Sam V R,
22ECOA49

Yirah 2024
(Western Acoustics - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

91.

05/04/2024

Saakshi Subba,
23PYEN58

Yirah 2024
(Western Acoustics - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First

92.

05/04/2024

Saakshi Subba,
23PYEN58

Yirah 2024
(Western Acoustics - Solo)

Inter Collegiate

First

93.

05/04/2024

Simon Daniel,
22COMF69

Yirah 2024
(Western Acoustics - Group)

Inter Collegiate

First


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