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दादरा

Dadra

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परिभाषा · The Definition

परिभाषा

6-बीट दादरा ताल का उपयोग करते हुए एक हल्का शास्त्रीय गायन रूप, रोमांटिक, लोक-प्रभावित गीतों और लचकदार लयबद्ध संरचना की विशेषता है।

In EnglishA light classical vocal form using the 6-beat Dadra taal, characterized by romantic, folk-influenced lyrics and flexible rhythmic structure.

विस्तृत विवरण

In Depth

दादरा एक ताल (लयबद्ध चक्र) और एक गायन रूप दोनों है।

अंग्रेज़ी में पढ़ें · Read in English

Dadra is both a taal (rhythmic cycle) and a vocal form. As a form, dadra refers to light classical romantic songs performed in the Dadra taal. Dadra songs are less formally structured than khayal, with greater emphasis on lyrical content and emotional accessibility. Dadra is considered the bridge between classical and folk traditions—more refined than folk music but more accessible than formal khayal. The form became popular among the tawaif (courtesan-singers) and remains a staple of semi-classical concert music. Dadra typically uses simple, romantic poetry (often about love and nature) and allows singers to emphasize emotional expression over technical virtuosity.

व्युत्पत्ति Etymology

The term 'dadra' likely derives from the Hindi 'dādrī' or 'dādrā,' which may relate to the word 'dāda' (grandfather), reflecting the form's folk roots and traditional character. The form itself carries associations with rural North Indian traditions.

मुख्य लक्षण

Key Characteristics

अन्य विवरण

More Details
Simple Phonetic
DAH-drah
Hindi Phonetic
दा-द्र

Definition

6-बीट दादरा ताल का उपयोग करते हुए एक हल्का शास्त्रीय गायन रूप, रोमांटिक, लोक-प्रभावित गीतों और लचकदार लयबद्ध संरचना की विशेषता है।

Extended Description

दादरा एक ताल (लयबद्ध चक्र) और एक गायन रूप दोनों है।

Dadra is both a taal (rhythmic cycle) and a vocal form. As a form, dadra refers to light classical romantic songs performed in the Dadra taal. Dadra songs are less formally structured than khayal, with greater emphasis on lyrical content and emotional accessibility. Dadra is considered the bridge between classical and folk traditions—more refined than folk music but more accessible than formal khayal. The form became popular among the tawaif (courtesan-singers) and remains a staple of semi-classical concert music. Dadra typically uses simple, romantic poetry (often about love and nature) and allows singers to emphasize emotional expression over technical virtuosity.

Etymology

The term 'dadra' likely derives from the Hindi 'dādrī' or 'dādrā,' which may relate to the word 'dāda' (grandfather), reflecting the form's folk roots and traditional character. The form itself carries associations with rural North Indian traditions.

Key Characteristics

  • Less technically demanding than khayal; easier for amateur singers to learn and perform.
  • Lyrics typically emphasize romantic love, nature, and emotional states rather than abstract philosophy.
  • Incorporates folk musical elements and simple, direct poetic language accessible to common audiences.
  • While based on Dadra taal (6 beats), the singer has freedom to bend rhythm for emotional effect.
  • Emphasizes emotional delivery of lyrics over technical display of melodic complexity.

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