Hindustani Music Guide
Taal detail
A 14-matra taal used in vilambit khayal, known for its slow, stately unfolding and meditative rhythmic character.
The 14-matra cycle grouped into vibhag sections. Clap (tali) on numbered beats, wave (khali) on the open beat.
14 matras. Theka: Dhin — DhaGe Tirakita | Dhin Dhin DhaGe Tirakita | Tin — DhaGe Tirakita | Dhin Dhin DhaGe Tirakita. Vibhag grouping: 3 + 4 + 3 + 4. Clap pattern: Clap on 1, 4, 11; wave on 8..
A 14-matra taal used in vilambit khayal, known for its slow, stately unfolding and meditative 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.
Often chosen by vocalists for expansive alap-based khayal where the taal provides a broad, unhurried canvas for melodic development.
Compositions set to this taal.