Tala

In Indian music and dance, the most
general term for “rhythm,” either as
an accompaniment to music or dance
or played on a drum as a solo instrument. The rhythmic systems in all
varieties of Indian music are extremely
rich and complex and require years of
study to master.
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Tala
Teens drum and dance in Ghoom, Darjeeling. Tala, or rhythm, is a typical part of festival celebrations.