Dadra 6 Beats Is The Beautiful Shastriya Taal
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Introduction - Dadra Taal:
Dadra Taal is a matrix of Hindustani classical music and rhythmic cycle and it is that of 6 cycles. This taal is the most used and most liked taal throughout North India and is used, especially in light classical as well as folk music compositions.
Structure - Dadra Taal:
Dadra Taal, a 6 beats rhythm cycle, is divided into Three sections with two beats in each:
- Sam (First Beat): The Sam marks the start of the cycle and is an important point in the composition.
- Khaali (Empty Beat): The 2nd Vibhag is indicated by Khaali, creating a sense of emptiness.
| Characteristic | Details |
|---|---|
| Taal/Theka | Dadra |
| Beats/Matra | 6 |
| Divisions/Vibhag | 2 (3|3) |
| Clap/Tali | 1 (On 1st beat) |
| Sam | On 1st beat |
| Wave/Khali | On 4th beat |
| Tempo/Laya | Medium |
Theka of Dadra Taal:
- The traditional theka (basic rhythmic pattern) of Dadra Taal is as follows:
Popular Compositions in Dadra Taal:
Many well-known compositions and songs are set to Dadra Taal:
- Thumri: Singers usually perform Thumri, love songs, humorously.
- Bhajan: contemplation songs that include both tunes and beats.
- Folk Dances: Some famous old forms of dances depict only positive aspects of this taal.
Conclusion:
Dadra Taal is an active and variable pulse structure with great opportunities for an individual to express and develop alongside. This is the backbone of Indian classical music because it has a simple composition with many variations filling it.
Taal Sign Explanation:
The symbols used in Taal notation help musicians understand the rhythm's structure:
- Sam is marked by an (x).
- Wave is marked by a (0).
- Clap is represented by the corresponding number (e.g., 1, 2, 3).
- Pause is represented by (S).
- Divisions are shown by a vertical bar (|).
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