Question

Compare Sooltala and Jhaptala.

Hint:

Sooltala = 10 beats, even Vibhags; Jhaptala = 10 beats, uneven Vibhags.

Answer 1

Sooltala:
- 10 beats, divided into 5 Vibhags (2+2+2+2+2).
- Simple, even pattern.
- Used in dhrupad and ancient compositions.
Jhaptala:
- 10 beats too, but divided unevenly as 2+3+2+3.
- Theka: Dhin Na | Dhin Dhin Na | Tin Na | Dhin Dhin Na.
- Popular for tabla solos and Kathak dance.
Key Difference: Both have 10 beats but Sooltala has equal divisions while Jhaptala has uneven Vibhags for variety.