Hindustani Music Guide
Also known as Kaherva
An 8-matra taal that is one of the most commonly heard rhythmic cycles in light-classical, folk, devotional, and popular music across North India.
The 8-matra cycle grouped into vibhag sections. Clap (tali) on numbered beats, wave (khali) on the open beat.
8 matras. Theka: Dha Ge Na Ti | Na Ke Dhi Na. Vibhag grouping: 4 + 4. Clap pattern: Clap on 1; wave on 5..
An 8-matra taal that is one of the most commonly heard rhythmic cycles in light-classical, folk, devotional, and popular music across North India.
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.
Extremely versatile and widely recognized. Its simple two-part structure makes it the backbone of thumri, bhajan, qawwali, and many film songs. Often the first taal a casual listener can feel.
Compositions set to this taal.
Raag Desh
Jamuna ke teer mohan khelat hori, rang barse gulal udi
Raag Bhairavi
Jamuna kinare mora gaon re, nand ke chhore se preet lagaye
Raag Sindhi Bhairavi
Mora piya ghar aaye, man mein anand chhaye
Raag Kafi
Piya bina nahi aavat chain, jiya mora ghabraye