Question

Write the Theka of Rupak Tala in Dugun laya (double speed) using the proper notation system.

Hint:

{Layakari Rule:} Dugun = 2 notes per matra, Tigun = 3 notes per matra, Chaugun = 4 notes per matra. Tala structure remains constant while speed changes.

Answer 1

Concept: Rupak Tala is a Hindustani classical tala consisting of: \[ 7 \text{ Matras} \] It has a unique structure because it starts with Khali (wave) instead of Sama emphasis.
Step 1: Basic structure of Rupak Tala. Matra division: \[ 3 + 2 + 2 \] Clap pattern:

• Matra 1 → Khali (wave)
• Matra 4 → Clap
• Matra 6 → Clap

Step 2: Basic Theka (single speed). Standard Rupak theka: \[ \text{Tin Tin Na | Dhin Na | Dhin Na} \]
Step 3: Dugun Laya (double speed). In Dugun laya:

• The speed doubles.
• Each matra carries two bols.
• The tala structure (7 matras) remains unchanged.

Thus, the theka is rendered in a faster flow while preserving the same bol pattern and tala cycle: \[ \text{Tin Tin Na | Dhin Na | Dhin Na} \] but performed in double tempo with two bols per matra.