Ektal

"Ektal" is widely used in "Khayal Gayki" and "Rabindra Sangeet" (classical and semi-classical singing styles of India).

It has 12 Matras/Beats, divided into 6 Vibhaag/Sections of two Matras each.

Arrangement while clapping Ektal -

clap, 2, wave, 2, clap, 2, wave, 2, clap, 2, clap, 2

or

Taali,2 | Khaali, 2 | Taali, 2 | Khaali, 2 | Taali, 2 | Taali,2 |

Songs based on Ektal:

Ketki Gulaab

Manmohana badey jhoothe