Q52

Namaste Guruji. Similarly if we choose to play a madhyalaya gat instead of, or followed by the vilambit, I guess the speed will be determined by one's ability to play tans in double lays. Is this right? Thanks and regards

If we consider thumri numa raags like Piloo,Khamaj,Tilakkamod etc. Vilambit Gat is
usually omitted unless one has the mijaz and capability to develop light classical music
vistar. Otherwise what you mention would be correct. However don’t forget that
classical music is governed by munde munde matir bhinna

6 comments

  1. My further query in this regard and Guruji’s answer…
    In regards to what Suvarna didi has asked…the tempo of madhya lay is also dependant
    on the character of the gat.. isn’t it?
    The character of the gat has to be in synch with the tempo. In other words the player
    has to be talented enough to ensure that both the tempo and the gat are good friends

  2. Suvarna- The concept of Zinda lays applies to all levels of tempo as a result of an
    unconscious understanding between the player and his accompanist- tabla player –
    which is apparently absent when a machine is used.

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