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Dadra
Six matras with a light, swaying thumri character.
Beginner12 min90 BPM
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Key concepts
- 6 matras, 2 vibhags
- Semi-classical accompaniment
- Space and lift
Practice exercises
- 1Dadra at 80 then 110 BPM
- 2Two-bar variation on matra 4-6
Today's challengeTune the dayan to your tanpura Sa Then play it again 3 BPM faster and keep it clean.
Practice tempo
90 BPM
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