Deepchandi

A 14-matra taal often associated with thumri, dadra, and lighter classical forms, known for its graceful and lilting rhythmic character.

Matras: 14
Vibhag: 3 + 4 + 3 + 4
Theka: Dha Dhin — | Dha Dha Dhin — | Ta Tin — | Dha Dha Dhin —
Clap pattern: Clap on 1, 4, 11; wave on 8.

Taal cycle

The 14-matra cycle grouped into vibhag sections. Clap (tali) on numbered beats, wave (khali) on the open beat.

Tali (Clap)

DhaDhin—

Tali (on)

DhaDhaDhin—

Tali (1,)

TaTin—

Tali (4,)

DhaDhaDhin—

Sam (X) — first beat, clapTali — clap beatKhali (0) — wave (no clap)

How to hear it

A 14-matra taal often associated with thumri, dadra, and lighter classical forms, known for its graceful and lilting rhythmic character.

Start by clapping along: clap on the sam (first beat) and on each tali marker. Wave your hand on the khali. As you practice, you will begin to feel the cycle even without counting.

Learner notes

Particularly popular in thumri and semi-classical contexts. Its asymmetric grouping gives it a swaying, dance-like quality that supports expressive vocal phrasing.