Taal (instrument)

Taal (instrument)

The taal (Assamese: তাল; Odia: ଗିନି, Gini ) is a pair of clash cymbals,[1] which make high-pitched percussion sounds. The word taal comes from the Sanskrit word Tālà, literally means a clap. It is a part of Indian music and culture, used in various traditional customs e.g. Bihu music, Harinaam etc.

Materials used

The clash cymbal, taal is made of bell metals i.e. bronze, brass, copper, zinc etc. Each cymbal is connected with a cord which passes through hole in its center. The pitch of different types of taal vary according to their size, weight and the materials used. A player can also adjust the timbre by varying the point of contact while playing.

Types

There are many types of Taal, categorised by size, weight and appearance.

See also

References

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