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Introduction-Punjabi Teentaal:
Punjabi teentaal is the sixteen-beat cycle, which forms the basis of most Punjabi folk as well as classical music. This highly advanced cyclic structure of this taal, thus forms a conducive platform for music and dance likewise making Punjabi music rich and complex.
Structure Punjabi Teentaal :
Punjabi teentaal has a time cycle of sixteen beats which are subdivided into four vibhags or four beats each. Here's how the cycle is structured: Here's how the cycle is structured:
- Sam (The first beat): This is more of a rest beat in this cycle and is more of a closure. Players pound this beat to indicate the beginning of the cycle of beats in beats regimens commonly used by musician.
- Khali (Empty beat): This takes place at the ninth beat, causing a shift of such elements as space or light in the cycle of beats. It's not applauded but signifying is often done with the mere waving of the hand.
- Claps and divisions: The divisions are clapped at the first, fifth, and thirteenth while the ninth is waved.
| Taal/Theka | : | Punjabi Tintaal |
|---|---|---|
| Beats | : | 16 |
| Division | : | 4(4|4|4|4) |
| Clap | : | 3(On 1st,5thand 13thbeats) |
| Sam(x) | : | 1 (On 1stbeats) |
| Wave | : | On 9thbeats |
| Tempo | : | Medium |
Theka of Punjabi teentaal :
In Punjabi teentaal, musicians use hand movements, here the claps are known as taali and the waves as khali and there is general agreement that the divisions last four beats each. Such movements facilitate the performers to 'feel' the beat and also steer the dance move.
- When clapping, clap on 1: (Taali for the sam or first beat)
- Clap on beat 5: (Taali)
- On the 9th beat, (Khali):
- Taali: Clap on beat 13
These claps and waves are also parts of the taal because it visually and aurally brings out the beats of the rhythm which makes it easier for the performer as well as the audience.
Application in Punjabi Music :
Punjabi teentaal is utilized in various forms of Punjabi music, including Punjabi Tintaal is utilized in various forms of Punjabi music, including:
- . Folk Music: In traditional Punjabi folk music Tintaal is employed to give the songs and especially the dances a rhythmic pattern.
- . Classical Music: In classical Punjabi music Tintaal is used in the organization of composition and freehand; it serves as a foil to express intricate rhythm.
- Dance Forms: Tintaal is also used in Punjabi dance forms including Bhangra and Gidda thus coordinating the dance movements with beats in music.
Conclusion :
Punjabi teentaal, which is again a rhythmic cycle with 16 beats and so much rhythmic complication is an essential part of Punjabi music. In different languages, Tintaal becomes an enhancement of the folk songs, classical plays, and dance troupes as a rhythmic base. To sum up, Tintaal If one understands and masters Tintaal then he can easily understand the rhythmic aspects of Punjabi music.
Taal Sign Explanation:
The symbols used in Taal notation are important for understanding the rhythm's structure. Here's what they represent:
- 'Sam' is shown by an (x) cross.
- 'Wave' is shown by a (0) zero.
- 'Clap' is shown by its corresponding number (e.g., 1, 2, 3, etc.).
- 'Pause' is shown by (S)
- 'Divisions' is shown by(I) Bar
The notation of the taal is written according to the Bhath khande Swarlipi method.
Tempo : Generally the tempo of these songs is moderately paced
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