How to hear it
A 14-matra taal used in vilambit khayal, known for its slow, stately unfolding and meditative rhythmic character.
Taal detail
Jhoomra
A 14-matra taal used in vilambit khayal, known for its slow, stately unfolding and meditative rhythmic character.
- Matras
- 14
- Vibhag
- 3 + 4 + 3 + 4
- Theka
- Dhin — DhaGe Tirakita | Dhin Dhin DhaGe Tirakita | Tin — DhaGe Tirakita | Dhin Dhin DhaGe Tirakita
- Clap pattern
- Clap on 1, 4, 11; wave on 8.
Learner notes
Often chosen by vocalists for expansive alap-based khayal where the taal provides a broad, unhurried canvas for melodic development.
Bandishes in Jhoomra
Traditional compositions set to this taal.