To perform a ṭukḍā in a rhythmic cycle

To perform a ṭukḍā in a rhythmic cycle

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will begin with the Indian lullaby from the previous lesson sung in canon, followed by a review of Tin Tal. Then, we will learn to speak a composition, and perform it within the Tin Tal cycle.

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5 Questions

Q1.
How do we say '1, 2, 3' in Hindi?
Correct answer: Ek Do Teen
Un Deux Trois
Uno Dos Tres
Q2.
Which of these instruments is traditionally used in Indian classical music?
Agogo
Djembe
Correct answer: Tabla
Q3.
Which of these defines Tala?
A pair of side-by-side drums traditionally used in Indian music
Correct answer: A rhythmic cycle traditionally used in Indian classical music
A stringed instrument
Q4.
How many beats are there in a Tin Tal cycle?
10
12
Correct answer: 16
Q5.
Which two actions are traditionally associated with performing the beat pattern of Tala?
Clap and nod
Correct answer: Clap and wave
Wave and nod

5 Questions

Q1.
What type of instrument is a tabla?
Correct answer: Drum
Stringed instrument
Woodwind instrument
Q2.
What is a tala?
Correct answer: a repeating rhythm pattern usually played on the tabla. Within this cycle, beats are grouped into smaller sections.
a traditional table
an instrument
Q3.
How are rhythmic patterns taught traditionally?
Correct answer: By learning to speak them
By reading notation
Q4.
What is a ṭukḍā?
Correct answer: A piece (this can be a fixed or improvised rhythm played on the tabla)
An Indian dialect
Traditional Indian cuisine
Q5.
What did Yogesh replace traditional symbols with to help you say the ṭukḍā?
Correct answer: Animals
Fruit
Landmarks

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UnitMusic / Rhythm 3